Proactiv Solution : Acne Treatment System

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Renewing Cleanser Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, disodium PEG-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, polyethylene, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, xanthan gum, tridecyl trimellitate, propylene glycol, Imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum). Revitalizing Toner Water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate 20, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum), blue 1 (CI 42090), yellow 5 (CI 19140). Repairing Treatment Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), ethoxydiglycol, cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane, cetearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, panthenol, allantoin, xanthan gum, ceteareth-20, carbomer, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).

Items marked with red have tested a 3 or above (out of 5) in comedogenic (pore-clogging) testing.

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April 6, 2007

Pros:

It got rid of my pimples.

Cons:

While using the Proactiv Solutions 3 step kit, I started to notice that my skin was burning and severly peeling.I tried to mosturize it more but that didnt help, it still kept peeling.

Don't buy Proactiv Solution. It MIGHT get rid of your pimples but your skin might peel and you will feel that burning sensation. Its not worth paying $45.00 to have your skin peel.Even if the people at Proactiv recommned it,don't get the extra streght! You will regret it.
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April 4, 2007

Pros:

It makes your skin soft, and it does keep your skin from getting oily or too dry.

Cons:

It smells a little funky, and if you stop using it for even a week your acne might come back.

Proactiv doesn't work as fast as the prescriptions I used to use, but it doesn't make my skin peel like the prescriptions. I noticed that if I go off it for a few days my acne comes back worse, but when I use it again my skin clears quickly. I only use the cleanser once a day, because it is abrasive, but It helps make your pores look smaller. I don't use as much as they say, and I have like 3 bottles of each of the things in my drawer because I got the subscription. Only order one at a time!
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March 30, 2007

Pros:

It does work if its used right

Cons:

Pricey, hassle to keep up with, is dissappointing for the first month or so because you won't see immediate results

It really does work if you simply use it as directed. Don't scrub too hard, and don't pick or pop at blackheads and other acne spots, otherwise it will put all of the time you put in to waste. Stick with it and your skin will look great. Wouldn't recommend trying other products on your skin in addition to this unless your skin has cleared.
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March 13, 2007

Pros:

smells nice, easy to use, helps with [some] pimples

Cons:

works only for SOME types of skin, doesn't prevent future pimples as promised (for me anyways), costs way too much

I'll start with the pros. It smells nice and it's easy to use (I'm reminded of Jessica Simpson exclaiming the short amount time it takes to use it). That's about it... Now the cons. I really did not see those "fast" results those people on the infomercials were boasting about, but the product did help manage SOME pimples. However, with one gone, another took its place a couple of days after. I also feel that the cost does not fit the amount they provide. It's way too costly in my personal opinion. Despite all this, I do believe that a lot of people have a had very good experiences with this product, so I guess it won't hurt to try (if you're rich). Who knows? You may be one of those lucky few whose skin clears up with Proactive.
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March 9, 2007

Pros:

I don't look like a teenager anymore

Cons:

They didn't have it when I was a teenager & cost

I'm in the middle of the road for acne severity (maybe 30 pimples/day) with sensitive skin and I've tried everything the dermotologist recommended to no avail. I'm lazy and only use the cleanser once in the morning. I think the night creme is a miracle lotion that I only use once a month when hormones dictate I need the extra help. I just ran out and within a week I'm looking like a teenager again. I do wish you could only buy the products you wanted, not the packages. I also tried the tinted moisterizer with SPF and it was great-didn't cause more breakouts like other SPF products. It is strong, like all the others. I use neutrogena face lotion for sensitive skin with SPF and I don't have the peeling problems/redness I used to with the cleanser alone.
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February 23, 2007

Pros:

It smells nice, and it has a good consistency. It also comes in good looking bottles.

Cons:

It was a nightmare for me! It made my skin extremely oily and made new pimples form, and when they did, they formed really fast without warning most of the time.

Honestly, I understand that you have to be consistent with this stuff and not give up even if it makes your acne worse initially. Well, I stuck through it for over a month, and it made my face hell! Okay, so not that bad, but still... It made it really oily all the time which was so embarrassing, and it made new pimples and zits form so much faster before I even realized it. After that bad experience I used it randomly a few times a month, trying not to irritate my skin anymore. It didn't really work that great for me that way either. I was extremely disappointed in this product. I really did believe it was the only profuct out there that would help me.
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February 14, 2007

Pros:

AMAZING. My skin has never been better. I can actually see my pores. I had quick results, and it's consistant.

Cons:

It took a while for my skin to get used to it. You must have patience. My acne got a little worse before it got better, but it makes sense why. It's getting all of those toxins out. It's worth it. I wish it were a little cheaper, and in stores.

IT'S ALL WORTH IT. BE PATIENT. Yes it can take a while. Yes, it can get worse before it gets better. Suck it up. Nothing is a miracle. But this is the closest thing to it. :)
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February 7, 2007

Pros:

It did clear up my skin a fair bit, especially in the first few weeks of use

Cons:

After about a month and a half it seemed a lot less effective and was just way too harsh for my skin. It actually made my skin really fragile especially on my nose. Plus it was a little too easy to use up for a fairly expensive product.

Wouldn't use it again. In fact it was so harsh it made me give up on medicated treatments altogether. I'm now using a natural dead sea mud mask and it's doing wonders especially for the scarring on my face, plus it leaves it feeling ten times better than Proactiv.
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January 23, 2007

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THIS STUFF REALLY WORKS I VE USED IT FOR ALMOST A WEK AND IVE SEEN A BIG DIFFERANCE ALREADY ITS AMAZING REALLY THE TONER IS GREAT CUZ I USED TO POP MY ZITS AND IT LEFT UGLY SCARS AND THEYRE GONE MY BLACKHEADS TOO AND I HAVNT GOTTEN ANY ZITS AT ALL

Cons:

THERE ARNT REALLY ANY BAD THINGS ABOUT IT EXCEPT ITS HARD TO KEEP UP WITH AND THE LOTION IS A LITTLE HARSH BUT OTHER THAN THAT ITS A REALLY GOOD PRODYCT BUT IIF YOU HAVE SENSATIVE SKIN THEN PASS ON IT BUT OTHER THAN THAT ITS AMAZING

THIS IS ABSOLUTLEY AMAZING THANK GOD FOR PROACTIV IT MAKES MY SKIN FEEL BETTER KEEPS ZITS FROM POPPING UP EXFOLIATES MY SKIN AND IS JUST SUCH A GOOD THING TO HAVE AROUND IVE BEEN STRUGGLEING WITH ACNE SINCE I WAS 11 YEARS OLD IM 15 NOW AND A FREIND RECOMMENDED IT TO ME AND THATS THE BEST THING SHES EVERE DONE FOR ME ITS IMPROVED MY SELF-ESTEEM AND I DONT GO OUT OF THE HOUSE FELLING SELF-CONCIOUS I DONT WEAR FOUNDATION ANYMORE BEACAUSE OF THIS IT ALSO GETS RID OF THOSE UGLY SCARS YOU GET WHEN YOU POP OR SQUEZZE YOUR ZITS WHICH IS A MIRICLE BOTOOM LINE JUST BUY IT AND GIVE IT A TRY
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January 17, 2007

Pros:

It works if you use it long enough to see the results and if you use the products in a system that works best for your skin.

Cons:

If you purchase online, the company puts you on an automatic shipping and payment plan without your consent. Be careful - this is a pain!

Everyone's skin is different. Use the product long enough to decide what is best for you by starting out with the system they recommend - then adjust as necessary. What works best for me personally is using the cleanser and toner at night and a basic soap in the morning. The lotion makes my skin too oily so I use a different brand of lotion that works best for me. Finding the right system for YOU is the key...
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