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 11, 2007

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April 6, 2007

Pros:

It cleared my skin up really well, however...

Cons:

It does extreme damage to your skin in the long run.

I talked to several skin care specialists, and they all told me how deeply dehydrated my skin was and asked what I used. I told them Proactiv and most of them said the exact same thing -- It causes early aging!! Yes, I did moisturize every night and day and through the day but my skin STILL flaked and cracked. I'm currently on the pill, and it seems to be doing good. I no longer use Proactiv's toner or cleanser, however, once a night I will still use the repairing lotion because I really don't want to risk what would happen if I came off BP completely. Proactiv does what it says, clears up your skin. But sadly, also causes early aging. So I guess it's up to whatever is more important to you.
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March 11, 2007

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I ordered the 3 step system and In the beginning I was very satisfied. It took a few days to work but my acne gradually disapeared. I have problems with picking on my acne, but though it burned it left my skin feeling fresh.

Cons:

The product is WAY to expensive to afford for a 14 year old girl and they gave you WAY to little product. I ran out in 2 weeks even though It was a 3 step system that was supposed to last a month.

DO NOT BUY THE 3 STEP! ITS WAY TO EXPENSIVE FOR THE COMMON PERSON! And its not worth it for what i got from it. I got really clear skin for 1 day and the zits were back. I think, because i am buying this porduct again, the bigger set is worth it. The trial is bull and I am sending it back. I recomend this yes and no. It works but #1 it depends on the skin you have and #2 it matters how much you have. Im going to say no because alot of people spend money on it and dont get there results so NO!
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March 9, 2007

Pros:

clears it up quite quite quickly and prevents new ones

Cons:

lots of steps drys out and peels of skin in public can make your face look wrinkled and sunburned

it can be embarassing but if your use a moisturizer it doesn`t peel as much just use the repairing lotion sparingly and apply no gresy sunscreen
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March 5, 2007

Pros:

- it actually makes acne go away

Cons:

- it makes your face dry up and sometimes your face gets red or itchy (in my case)

proactive is an OKAY product. It depends on who is using it. It's not like its gonna work on everyone and make every look pretty or look like jessica simpson =T although we wish it did (maybe not the jessica part, but the pretty part)
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March 3, 2007

Pros:

I think it works for very mild acne.

Cons:

- expensive
- unusual smell
- too much hype

Worked for the first year. I suppose my acne got worse but the product stopped working. I've been on it regardless for the last 4 years and I've been clear once due to oral medication. I wouldn't really suggest this product to anyone, but it's worth a try.
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February 23, 2007

Pros:

-began to work after about a week
-makes skin alot more soft
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Cons:

-stopped working, & now i am begining to get pimples again
-seems to not be very consistant whatsoever.

does not stop all acne/pimples. not consistant @ all
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February 19, 2007

Pros:

Made my skin better...face feels clean when first applied

Cons:

Dries badly...i had to get jojoba oil which fixes it up when its on, but when i dont moistuize it's terrible! very expensive and looks nothing like on the ads

Just recieved my 2nd kit,as i thought id give it 2 more months chance...it hasnt completly cleared up skin and i still get little white pimples,but i guess it is better...only problem is that the light in my bathroom makes my skin LOOK clear and tanned, but other mirrors in natural light make it look red and really brings out the acne..so im not sure how good it is...but it has made some difference...but nothing like on the ads!!! ill report back after 4 months....p.s ive also changed to using it at night only coz i have no time in the mornings and i dont want the shiny skin jojoba oil gives me at school
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February 7, 2007

Pros:

It does clear up your face, and it feels great. It works pretty fast and if used correctly keeps your face very clear.

Cons:

If you stop using it you break out worse. If you don't continue use then your face ends up looking worse than before you started!!

I used Proactiv for about 2 years. When i first used the product i was amazed at how clear my face turned out! I saw results right away! I made the mistake of stopping use once my face cleared up though. Once i quit my face broke out so bad. I started the product again but it never cleared my face like it had at first. So now i've quit the product all together and my face has broken out and it looks terrible!! I've never had acne like this before!! I suggest if using or thinking of using Proactiv be prepared to make it a lifetime decision!
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January 18, 2007

Pros:

Larger blemishes were cleared within a few weeks. General face area is clear and smooth.

Cons:

High-maintenance to use three different products daily. Acne comes back if you skip only one or two days. Somewhat costly. The repairing lotion makes my skin more oily than it is already.

Use it every day or it won't work properly. If you have oily skin, the lotion may make it worse, so either skip it or use a different lotion.
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