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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March 13, 2007

Pros:

cleared up my adult skin issues, when I ran out my skin began breaking out again :(

Cons:

Price, and the fact that you have to order it rather than being able to run down to the pharmacy for another bottle.

It did wonders for my skin, although I didn't have major acne, only minor blemishes. It didn't help blackheads, and the 3rd step of the program will bleach your sheets/pillowcases when you sleep at night. The inconsistency in bottle size also means that I run out of step 1 and 3 long before I run out of the toner (I have extra bottles all over the house). Overall, I would recommend it although I wish I didn't have to use it so consistently for it to be effective...
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January 30, 2007

Pros:

Clears my face up right away, easy and quick, dependable

Cons:

Alittle dryness, ordering is alittle outdated when getting other products

It's the best thing I've ever used. I've had very bad acne since I was young. So bad I had to get injections on my face. I've been using Proactiv for 5 years now and it's been great. I've left it for other products and always had to come back because nothing was ever strong enough like Proactiv to clear up my face and keep it clear.
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January 10, 2007

Pros:

All I can say is that this product is great, I just don't think anybody knows how to use it properly.

Cons:

Bleaches dyed clothing, towels, etc. Too expensive.

I've been using this for 7 years. Everybody that reviews this badly has only been using it for a few weeks or months. That won't cut it. It's just like going on a diet...you have to stay consistent, on track, and have patience in order to see results. Also, when using the scrub, you HAVE to be very gentle, especially for sensitive skin. When I switched to scrubbing gently, it made a world of difference. When I first started using it, I used it 3 times a day, then once my face cleared up I resorted to 2 times a day. The only way I can see this as not working is if you have an allergy or are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. If that's the case, it's your fault not the product's. I use a set about once every 2 to 3 months which equals about $15 to $22 dollars a month. That just seems like a lot of money to spend on this sort of thing. Because it is so expensive, I'm trying other 'sensitive skin' cleansers. So far, all that claim to be sensitive leave my skin very
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January 3, 2007

Pros:

Worked wonders on my skin.

Cons:

I have a sensitivity to Aloe Vera so the toner was slightly irritating.

3 Makeup artists I have dealt with have told me to definitely keep doing what I'm doing to my skin because it's a perfect canvas. In the near year I've used it I've counted only 4 noticeable pimples, all occuring within a few days of me skipping my Proactiv routine. Best skin treatment I've ever tried.
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November 8, 2006

Pros:

Worked like a charm.

Cons:

Expensive.

Proactive is definetly a good product for anyone who wants their face to look better than it does. After just two weeks your face just felt and looked healthier. I love lamp.
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October 19, 2006

Pros:

It helps with mild acne.

Cons:

Does not help with major acne.

I have been using Poractive for almost five years. I just turned 30 and I am still breaking out. Poractiv has helped control my mild breakout but I still found myself having major breakouts. What I also found out is that your diet really has to change in order to maximize the use of this product. I still use it because it keeps the major breakouts at bay.
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June 22, 2012

Pros:

* Skin looked radiant
* Hardly got any pimples
* Felt soft and clean

Cons:

When i first started using it my face also dried out and burnt when i used the renewing moisturiser, so i used my own 'simple light moisturiser' after using the proactiv products and this got rid of the dryness straight away:)

Everyones skin is different but i'd recommend that you give it a try, and if it does dry your skin out too much try using a light moisuriser as well and see if it helps! You'll never know if it's going to work for you unless you try it. It really helped me
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May 8, 2012

Pros:

Quick Result in one or two weeks for moderate acne.
Good Toner

Cons:

Expensive
Cannot clear acne
dryness and tightness

I have used proactive for more than a year and I must say it controls and neutralize my acne but never completely eliminated it thats why I have to use it continously. Recently I stop using it because it's quite expensive..60 dollars a month is not a joke..I found other alternative...
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December 11, 2011

Pros:

Prevents breakouts, somewhat clears acne scar.

Cons:

Really dries the skin

I noticed that i have a lot less breakouts since I used it. I highly recommend a type of moisturizer because it's really dry.
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December 5, 2011

Pros:

It works for me acne gone

Cons:

Expensive
Skin become dry and peeling
Bleaching my towels, clothes and pillow cases

I had acne for many years and never gone permanently until I use this system. I didn't buy from Proactiv anymore, it's too expensive and terrible customer service. I bought from Ebay , much cheaper. Well, I can't stop using it.
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