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.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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January 7, 2009

Pros:

the first few days i used it i was soo impressed really thought my skin was clearing up,i would use it 2wice everyday and it worked pretty well...at first

Cons:

well after using it now for about a month really my face has went from moderate acne to clear and back to modeate then dry then looked like more acne was there then before i started i honestly believe its for ppl who use it everyday and every night

well honestly it aint worth all that money cuz it aint exactly what its cracked up to be neutragina is better in all aspects great product over proactive
December 31, 2008

Pros:

confedence booster
clean feeling

Cons:

way to expensive and if you stop you break out like crazy!!!!!!!!!

well i have been useing this product for about 5 months and it worked like magic the first 2 months i was soo happy but soon it stoped working i started to break out again it was horrible my mom told me to stop but it only mad it worse once u start useing this product you have to keep useing it even when you have a little pimples left or you will break out and it would be worse than before i think it was a waste of money i wentfrom light to a bit over moderate acne severity. It works for a while the your skin gets prone to it so i dont recomend it but if u think it will help your skin you go buy it.
December 31, 2008

Pros:

Works fast and well

Cons:

It stops working!

I used Proactive for 3 years, I had perfect skin...my whole family had bad skin. But one day, it totally completely stopped working. I had the worst year of my life trying to find a new system, and my acne is worse then when I started using it
November 29, 2008

Pros:

Easy to use...

Cons:

Drys Skin, Burning sensations (sometimes), Redness doesn't really go away, takes too long to notice a difference if there is any, too expensive. Not for people with sensitive skin.

This product is garbage!! If you have sensitive skin Proactiv will not do anything but make your skin feel or look worse than before. I even tried the refining mask but after the first use my face became incredibly dry. If you're really looking for a product that works you should talk to your doctor. Don't buy any acne treatments you see on tv, you'll just waste your money!!
November 28, 2008

Pros:

It really clears up spots in the first week, smells nice.

Cons:

Face may be red after using and sting when you apply the nite cream.

I have spent many years using normal so called acne treatments and cleansers, and never had any of them work anything like proactiv. My boyfriend bought it for me as i was always giving out about my skin. I thought the price of the set was very expensive and didnt expect it to work. IT DID WORK!! I was so shocked, my skin cleared up in a week. But I have to admit that with a busy life i found the amount of steps to follow a pain. Plus i want to point out to readers that Proactiv in Ireland contains Salcylic acid and tee tree oil not benzyl peroxide like the US version. I wonder why that is? Anyway i stopped using it as it was to expensive to get shipped over and my skin is sensitive and sometimes would peel.
November 15, 2008

Pros:

It will clear your face over time(about two a three weeks) is works.
If you have you must ask them for the set for sensitive skin it's a life saver on your face.

Cons:

-It burns
-You can't skip a day or it will show

If you have sensitive skin ask them for the (Proactiv Gentle Formula), the one they show on tv will leave a burning feeling and it will be senstivie to the touch. The Gentle Formula works and feel better than the other set that they show on tv!!!!!!!
October 26, 2008

Pros:

- makes some zits go away over night
- makes you feel clean
- boosts self confidence

Cons:

- doesnt smell very good
- runs out fast
- takes some time

Proactiv is the best face treatment i have used so far. After one or two weeks you will see a vast improvement of your face. Although it takes some time, and doesnt just clear your acne over night it, it still works. If you don't have acne, dont use it because it will make your face very dry. You have to give it time and be consistant. Make sure to wash every night, or else you might break out bad. I like proactive alot =]
September 25, 2008

Pros:

i dont have any to report

Cons:

my face has broken out very badly..i was only trying to get rid of a small amount of acne now i REALLY have acne..it hurts really bad, my face is red, and my skin is VERY dry..

I'm not sure if I'm allergic or something but my face looks God awful..It may work wonders for people with severe acne but others should beware...
September 12, 2008

Pros:

seems to help

Cons:

BLEACHES THE COLOR OUT OF TOWELS!!! THERE SHOULD BE A MORE PROMINENT WARNING IN THE LITERATURE ---- I'VE RUINED A WHOLE SET OF TOWELS, THINKING THAT IT WAS THE TIDE W/BLEACH THAT WAS DOING IT

HEY PROACTIV! HOW ABOUT A BIG WARNING RIGHT AT T

BLEACHES THE COLOR OUT OF TOWELS!!! THERE SHOULD BE A MORE PROMINENT WARNING IN THE LITERATURE ---- I'VE RUINED A WHOLE SET OF TOWELS, THINKING THAT IT WAS THE TIDE W/BLEACH THAT WAS DOING IT HEY PROACTIV! HOW ABOUT A BIG WARNING RIGHT AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSTRUCTIONS!
August 18, 2008

Pros:

-Clean feeling
-Gets rid of oil
-Nice to have the cleanser, toner, and cream companions

Cons:

-Very drying if used as directed
-Skip a day and you will break out worse than ever

I never had horrible acne, but enough to feel embarrassed. All kinds of concealing creams and whatnot made my skin look even worse. My goal was to find a product that would allow me to wear no foundation, powder, or anything and still feel confident. Got ProActiv because of its reputation and 3-step innovation. I feel that overall, ProActiv is average. I've found that it does not prevent breakouts, but does help clear up existing ones more quickly. I've never had blackheads until I started using this product, so I think ProActiv caused them. Can't use it more than once a day or my skin becomes very dry-looking. If I get lazy or I am out late at night, and I haven't washed my face, it starts to get very gross and pimply. I think this is a withdrawal kind of symptom from the product. Be careful.