Pros: leaves skin clean and smooth, fights acne Cons: can be drying, may be too harsh for some
As I stated in my review of the Proactive Toner, a good friend gave me a box of the Proactive Three Step Program. She'd told me that this was, in part, what kept her skin so matte. I'd asked her about her matte skin as while she tends to have more break...
Pros: Removed dead skin cells, dirt, excess oils, leaves skin feeling clean Cons: Contains gritty beads which may be rough for some people
I have been dealing with moderate acne over my entire face for several years, and thus far nothing has ever seemed to work. Two years ago I saw the late night infomercial for Proactive Solution, and how great their system worked. Afterwards I decided ...
Pros: unclogs pours, smoothes skin, doesn't dry Cons: recommended usage could perhaps be a little off
Having acne has always been a problem for me. I’ve had it since I was a teenager and as a young adult (mid-20’s) the situation has not become any better. Though my acne is mild with few active pimples, I’ve become sick and tired of it. For ...
Pros: Mild Fragrance, Easy to Use, WORKS! Cons: Slightly Pricey, Available online or via mail order.
Along the road toward attempting to find a skin care product that would clear my acne-afflicted skin, I tried many facial cleansers. The varieties included expensive upscale retail store brands, exclusive direct-market products, and varying cost frames...
Pros: Knowing that this stuff absolutely DOES NOT work! Cons: Irritating & harsh. Causes dryness, redness & tautness of the skin.
Unfortunately, I've had acne since my teenage years. I'm not talking about having relatively normal skin and then a zit pops up now and then. Nope. My skin was never free from the dreaded blemish...okay, so it wasn't really that bad...maybe two new ...
Pros: Benzoyl Peroxide and gentle exfoliation make this cleanser invaluable for those with acne. Cons: Price is high, Proactiv tries to push grouped products in a "club"
Introduction My name is Melissa and I am a 36 year old woman with acne. I hope you will find this coverage of the Proactiv Solutions Renewing Cleanser helpful. Since I am speaking from personal experience with the product, you should know ...
I am one of countless adults who have acne. No one seems to know why we get it or what makes it stay after we leave our teen years. We have tried everything from Ivory soap to egg whites with alum and now Proactive comes along and gives us hope. Yes...
Pros: Getting super smooth skin I dreamed of. Safe for sensitive skin...everything is a pro Cons: None...it's a little pricey but you truly get what you pay for!
I think it is silly to try to write a review on just one part of a set of products. But I have searched and apparently this is the way to review these products...one at a time. So I will start with the Renewing Cleanser (aka Step 1). I have always ...
Pros: It works Cons: Maybe the cost(worth it to me)
In June 2002 we found out we are having another baby! I was obviously so very excited. Unfortunately just a couple of months down the road, I was greeted with a less than wanted pregnancy symptom…that being Acne. I had the ‘glow’ with my first and I...
Pros: Works quickly and effectively, non-drying, clears pores, exfoliates. Cons: Expensive, not available in stores.
I have struggled with acne for many years. It started in my early teens and was just awful. My mom took me to many dermatologists who tried various methods of healing and prevention but more often than not I ended up with worsened acne or with dry ...
Pros: Effective blemish control system Cons: Small 4 oz. size
The Proactiv Solution 3-Step system is probably one of the best nonprescription treatments for blemish control available. I know, because as a teenager, I regularly went to the dermatologist to get my face exfoliated, then followed a treatment of...
I have been plagued by acne since my youth. Now at the age of 28, I find my skin is worse than it was when I was 13. About a year ago, I was taking a medication for my knee that made my skin break out more than usual. I stopped the medication, but my...
Pros: It works! Cleared up my skin beautifully, and a little goes a long way! Cons: May be drying for some skin. Expensive, needs to be ordered.
I normally have oily skin and am prone to breakouts. About a year ago, I broke out once again, this time all over my face. I was horrified!! I tried products that had worked in the past, but for some reason, nothing seemed to clear up my face. I was...
Pros: Works for some people Cons: Dry, irritating, expensive for others. cheaper subsitudes out there!
I was a user of the system when I was in my teens a couple of years back. It took me 3 sets of ProActive for me to realize that it wasn't working for me. All the TV commercials were so convincing, with the celebrities and testimonials, I had to try ...
Pros: Proactiv Solution, when used as a system works very well and quickly. Cons: Getting the products can be more trouble than it's worth!
Although this review is regarding the Proactiv Solution Renewing Cleanser, I will also be rating the product as part of the Proactiv Solution system and the process necessary for purchasing the product.
Pros: Built-in exfoliation; clears up break-outs, redness, oily skin Cons: Can be drying
My Skin Care Needs I have tried a variety of skin care products over the years—mostly Origins, some Neutrogena, Aveeno, and other brands. My skin has never fit a particular category; it’s prone to breakouts, blotchy, dries out like the ...
Pros: clear skin!!!!!!!!! finally!!!!!!!!!! Cons: nothing at all!
2 a.m. I am flipping through the channels when I come across what I believe is a rerun of one of my favorite child hood shows, "Who's the Boss". "Who's the Boss," on BET? hehe. I must be mistaken...and I was.
Pros: Easy and quick to use. It works (for me, at least). Cons: Small bottles and expensive.
I am 22 years old and have been plagued by acne ever since I was 12 years old. For 10 years, my face has been an eruption of blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, and cysts. I went to dermatologist after dermatologist. They either said, "Sorry, you will...
Pros: lotion gel is great! Mask works but feels a bit oily later. Cons: Lotion gel is in small quantity.
why: My friend who had flawless complexion asked me to try it. She said that another friend of hers had severe acne. But after using it, her face cleared up till her face is also almost flawless.
I had also tried other products like Biotherm, Estee...
Pros: The repairing lotion gives your face a temporary matte finish and diminishes the look of blemishes. Cons: doesn't work, TINY, expensive, and just not that great at all!
Ah, life at fourteen.
High school, boys, skin problems. What else is new?
My skin until this year has been relatively clear. I'd have a couple of bumps on my forehead, but that was about it. Summer works wonders for my skin, and during...
Pros: Convenient auto delivery system when purchased through infomercial. Cons: Additional products needed due to original regimen failing. Expensive!
My ProActive Experience
I began using ProActive because I am well into my adult years, yet I struggle with acne now more than I ever did in my younger years. I was introduced to ProActive through an infomercial, and the products...
Pros: Your Great Face, Lasts Long Cons: Price, Repeated Shipments
I purchased this product because, like many others, I saw Judith Light pushing it on late-night TV. At the time, I had been paying a dermatologist $80 per visit (for the privilege of buying in-house $80 1-oz jars of cream, Retin-A, etc.) So the cost...
Pros: got rid of the acne for a short time Cons: prematurely aged my skin
I received this line of skin care products several years ago as a "gift" from my mother, insisting I try it to clear up my average/moderate acne. I was about 20 years old at the time. I read all the literature that came with the package and,...
I love Sunday Afternoons, even more when it is raining out (good excuse for being lazy)! I especially love it when there are infomercials on. I can't imaging a more enjoyable time!
So I'm laying around , flipping the channels around and I...
Pros: Improves look and feel of acne prone skin Cons: May cause minute dryness at first
I am a 25 year old single mother who has been fighting acne most of my life. I saw the info-mercial for Proactive Solution and, after trying almost everything in the store and going to several Dermatologists, I decided to try it. After all...what did I...
Pros: non-irritating, easy 3-step system, works good Cons: none so far
Like many of the people writing these reviews of Proactiv, I got thru my teens with little acne breakouts. It wasn't until I was in my early twenties that I started breaking out on a regular basis. I'm 34 now and still break out regularly (three or...
Pros: Consistent quality, well made ingredients Cons: Expensive, small sizes, stops working over time
I've been using this product on and off for several years. While I admit that it does work, it only works to a degree. Here's what you get in the 3 piece package:
Pros: Cleanser is sort of effective at first. Pleasant texture and fragrance. Cons: Expensive. Tiny. High shipping rates. Better products cost less. Cleanser stopped working.
Don't get sucked in to a marketing campaign when your face is at stake. This product works for some people--it didn't work for me.
I had really bad acne throughout my teens, twenties, and now into my thirties. Cysts and pimples and blackheads...
Pros: Great feeling, good smelling, quick results, what more could you ask for! Cons: Short time effectiveness, time consuming, expensive & not much for the money you pay.
I first heard of ProActive from one of their informative commercials. It sounded great. Drawing you in with great testimonies from long term product users. But there was something different with ProActive that bought me over. The testimonies from the...
After seeing all the wonderful result on TV, I decided to buy it for myself and give it a try..but unfortunately it did not work for me.. After using it, I was getting more and more breakouts and my skin got really red..I discontinue to use it. I think...
Pros: leaves skin smooth and soft Cons: very drying, expensive
I bought this product which is included in the Proactiv Solutions kit earlier this year. I have been battling acne since I was 12 years old and I have been to dermatologists and tried almost every prescription or over the counter product out there. The...
Pros: Works at first Cons: Stops working after a few weeks; toner has weird sulfur smell
I bought this product about a year ago, after I saw the infomercial. I thought it was too good to be true but I have had sporadic acne (at times the cystic kind) since age 18 and I'm willing to try anything once. I have been going to dermatologists since...
Pros: Works well, clears up quickly Cons: Expensive, small tubes, harsh on skin
Since I was 13 i've had acne and it was terrible right up towards my Freshman year in High School. Went to the dermetologist and perscribed all these icky pills and medicine which I absolutely hated.
Pros: I have clear, smooth skin Cons: Proactive doesn't have a light, night moisturizer that suits my skin. I'm sure they will soon.
I saw Proactive Solution for the first time on an infomercial in the winter of 1996. My mom was watching it with me. She said that it looked like a great product to help with my acne. I'm thirty years old now and have had acne since I was twelve years...
Pros: Polishes and Refines Skin Surface Cons: Cost is a bit High and it's Not a Cure-All
I purchased the complete set of Proactiv products after viewing the infomercial. At the time I had some serious acne and was willing to try anything to stop my face from breaking out. This product isn't harsh on the skin and it feels very nice when the...
I was watching the television and low and behold a infomercial comes on! don't they always? i was bored and didn't want to change the channel, i'm so glad that i didn't! As you might of guessed the infomercial was for proactive. I called the number and...
Pros: the only solution for my skin Cons: you have to be consistent --use it every day
Though I have had acne since I was eleven (I am now 15), I never really had a bad case until this summer. After coming back from a trip to Europe, my skin broke out terribly. I would have about ten inflammatory blemishes on my face every day, and as...
When I made it out of my teens without acne I was thrilled. Then I was out of college and had a full blown case of adult acne. I tried every product out there but everything seemed to dry my skin and made it look even worse. Then I saw a commercial for...
Pros: The cleanser felt good as I felt it scrubbing away toxins from my pores Cons: Not enough cleanser to last 2 months before the next shipment
As a 46-year-old woman who has suffered with acne since I've been 10, I was ready to give something else a try. Yes, I do the dermatologist routine and have used every topical treatment I believe has ever been made! But if you know insurance companies...
Pros: Gentle, effective, nice scent, works wonders Cons: There isn't any
I would like to leave a comment about Proactiv. Proactiv and "acne free" are similar products...designed to do 1 thing. Clear up your skin. There is a HUGE difference between the two though. The main Difference is the QUALITY!!! Proactiv by far is SUCH a ...
Pros: No burning, no peeling, soft skin and goodbye to the oil. Cons: Can't find this product in a retail store, on online, or through the mail.
A problem that has been around for a long time is acne and what to do about it.
First of the Proactive Solution kit, there is the renewing cleanser, this cleanser doesn’t burn your face or cause your skin to peel, like it does when you get...
Pros: fast results, works just as well as prescription meds Cons: pricey, may be too strong for very sensitive or dry skin types
I'm 22 years old and have always struggled with acne. I've been on everything from accutane to birth control to antibiotics to control it. Proactive is the only non-prescription product that works for me. My mom is actually the one who suggested it, and ...
Pros: Fights acne, makes skin feel soft and smooth, nice fragrance. Cons: May be too rough for people with sensitive skin, face doesn't feel completely clean
I just started using proactiv and I can't believe how well it is working. I'm 19 and I never really had bad acne as a teenager until this past year. I believe mine is due to stress becasue I didn't start breaking out badly until my final exams from my ...
Pros: Facial wash makes skin feel clean, scent is not overly offensive, money back guarantee Cons: Worsened my skin, caused excessive ageing, bleached towels.
I was so excited to get this in the mail. I am overly obsessed with skin care, so of course having oily skin I had to try this. Let's begin with the fact I am 25, and never really had a acne problem ever until the stress of married with children hit...
Pros: none that i could find Cons: odor, watery, doesn't exfoliate well like it's supposed to
The ProActiv system...does it work? You'd think from those late night informercials that this is a miracle product of sorts. The ProActiv system consists of three products/steps: -Purifying cleanser -Renewing toner -repair lotion Step 1 is, ...
Pros: non drying formula, easy to use Cons: a little pricey
I'm so excited to be the first to tell you all about the wonderful experience that I've had with Proactiv's Renewing Cleanser. Let me first explain to you why I even had to resort to another skin care regimen. Since the time that I was about 11 years...
Pros: Effective - You can FEEL it working Cons: A bit pricey for a cleanser
I've been a diligent Proactive Solutions user for about 3 years. It was the only product that got rid of my stubborn blemishes. It has worked wonders for me.
Like the other blemish-sufferers, I've used tons of anti-blemishing products....
Maybe I had power pimples but everything I tried didn't work. I thought my pimples couldn't be any worst. Boy was I wrong. I, like so many others have tried everything I could from watching what I was eating, to taking pills, not putting on makeup,...
Pros: Relatively gentle, exfoliating, is part of a system, a little goes a long way. Cons: Expensive, non-lathering, comes in very small bottle.
Many, many epinions members have reviewed the Proactiv line, so I'd like to keep this as non-redundant as possible. I have had good results worth sharing with the epinions community: I purchased my Proactiv products at a booth at my local shopping ...
Pros: Clears up blemishes, is ultimately inexpensive Cons: Have to order by mail, will bleach your towels, may be drying to some
I have primarily suffered acne in my adult years, more than when I was a teenager. I have tried numerous skin care regimens from the inexpensive commercial brands at drug stores to the ultra-expensive designer cosmetics labels. I suffered the often...
Pros: Mildly exfoliating, not harsh, leaves skin clean and refreshed. Does not dry out or irritate. Cons: Does not react with water. Runny and drippy if apply to wet face.
Skin Type: Comedones all over face. Extremely oily skin, large pores, inflammed papules that usually results in pigmented marks, highly suseptible to dryness and irritation. I have very stubborn acne that can remain inflammed for weeks at a ...
Pros: -Virtually eliminated my breakouts
Cons: -a little heavy as a cleanser, but works flawlessly
After suffering for over 13 years with acne, Proactive Solution (cleanser, plus the toner and repairing lotion) have been the only thing that have cleared my skin--and I mean, COMPLETELY!
I have tried Benzoyl Peroxide, Retin A, countless other...
Pros: Works well for me! Cons: Very Very Expensive!!
I had watched the infomercial about 10-15 times before I went the their website and ordered the Proactiv system. I have had bad skin since I was about 13 years old and I have tried countless over the counter products. Most over the counter products...
Pros: Works pretty good, a little goes a long way Cons: My face became "immune" after a while, smells kind of bad
First off I should state that my skin isn't considered "problem skin". I don't have acne but I go through periods of moderate breakouts and after weeks of listening to me complain about my face my boyfriend (who had very bad skin as a teenager)...
Pros: Well golly, it done worked Cons: Living on foodstamps now
I had enviable skin up until I was about 20. My only problems were that my skin was extremely sensitive and sometimes blotchy. Enter late puberty. My skin started freaking out after my teenage years, and although I didn't have zits everywhere, I had a...
Pros: Visible improvement is quick.
Fairly inexpensive.
You're in charge w/auto-ship. Cons: Can't buy in stores!
After experiencing minor to moderate acne throughout my teen years, my face seemed to worsen as I entered my early 20s. Being the vain gal I am, I was very embarrassed and my self confidence plummeted.
Pros: Doesn't leave skin feeling burned. Results can be seen fairly quickly. Cons: Expensive
I am 24 years old and really had never had a problem with my skin until I hit my early 20's. I could not leave the house without makeup and had trouble looking at people in the eye. I played lacrosse in college and that made it worse because of sweating....
Pros: No excessive dryness. No all over redness. Price is worth it. Cons: None!
I have had acne since I was in my mid-teens. I have spent hundreds of dollars on products that did not work and worsened my condition. ProActiv is amazing!! I've used it for 5 years, my skin is clear and I would never try anything else. They also...
Pros: Very effective, not too harsh Cons: expensive, very important regime
I saw the Proactive infomercial, and I must confess, I was hooked. With my problem skin, I'm always looking for a new cure. I bought it. The first day I used it, I didn't see an improvement, but my skin felt better. Usually it feels stretched and dry...
Pros: Seems to work for many people Cons: Bleaches towels; benzoyl peroxide can cause allergic reactions
At the ripe old age of 23, just when I thought my complexion was clearing for good, I suddenly started breaking out again. Having seen the infomercial for this product, and the testimonials, I decided to give it a try.
Pros: Small exfoliating beads, nice smell, gentle Cons: Very small bottle, doesn't foam
I bought the whole Proactiv Solutions kit which includes the cleanser, toner, and repairing lotion. I have reviewed all of these, so see those reviews for information on the rest of the products in the kit. I paid $40 for the kit, so I'm no sure how much...
Pros: It actually works Cons: Application can be time consuming, Automatic shipment of product every 2 months.
Proactive is a 3 step system to prevent acne. It does not CURE acne, but reduces certain components in the skin that contribute to it's growth. As stated on the product: There is no cure for acne.
Pros: works great!No more acne! Cons: first two weeks are tough
I've been waiting for epinions.com to make a spot for Pro Activ and now it's here!! I thought that acne was supposed to end when I became an adult, but I didn't count on pregnancy and hormone changes that would make me feel like a teenager going through...
Pros: Effective for some people Cons: Expensive, a gamble, sensitizes skin
I have to admit, after I wrote this opinion I started to pay better attention to what was happening with my skin and this product. This is my revised opinion, based on what I noticed.
You should probably know first that I've been using this...
Pros: Quick, effective, stops oily skin, shrinks pores Cons: more time consuming then regular wash and moisturize
I have suffered with severe acne since I was 12. I have tried every product you can imagine. I have been to the dermatologists.
When I got pregnant with my first child I couldn't use the products from the dermatologist anymore and I was so...
Pros: Works well, doesn't dry out face Cons: a bit expensive,
Before Proactive I was embarrassed to do many activities which other people enjoyed. I first received Proactive as a gift from my sister, I am now very glad she did. I was very excited when Proactive came in the mail. I applied it every single...
Pros: none (for me) Cons: Did not control acne and caused dry, red skin
After watching the Proactiv infomercial many times, I decided to order what I thought would be the answer to all of my acne problems. I was 28 years old at the time, and was desperate to stop the breakouts. The doctors in the infomercial had beautiful,...
Pros: convenient to receive in mail, easy to wash on/off Cons: drying, didn't seem to help, expensive
My wife tried the Proactive 3-step system for about 7 months when she was suffering from adult acne at age 34. Her acne was somewhere between moderate and severe, I'd say. In the past, antibiotics and prescription sulfur cream had helped clear up these ...
Pros: improve the skin texture after five years of using it! Cons: have to store at the room temp. to make it works!
I have tried proactive since 1996. I am one of their first customers.
The product doesn't not work well on it first shipment, but as the second shipments came, I noticed a significant of the improvement of my skin. My skin get smoother, acne scares...
Pros: Beyond the hype it is a solid product that works. Cons: Can be harsh if you use it as they recommend. Takes tweeking for your skin.
I bought Proactive about two years ago for the first time when I started getting break outs that didn't respond to what my dermatologist was giving me. Soon after (within a week!) my skin got better and stayed better. I know you probably are used to...
I am a twenty-five year-old female that still battles breakouts. My husband was sweet enough to order this product when he saw the infomercial on TV. I was skeptical at first, because it seems like I have tried everything. I have been to the...
This product is excellent. it exfoliates and buffs away dead skin cell renewing your actual glimmer. At the same time the benzoyl peroxide prevents and treats acne as well as reducing previous acne scars. I purchased this product 6 months ago and use it...
Pros: Cleared up my skin when nothing else would Cons: cheap packaging
I have had moderate acne since I was a teenager (I am now 32). I have seen numerous dermatologists, taken oral antibiotics, used Retin-A and expensive department store skin care lines and even tried Accutane. Everything I tried had nasty side effects...
Pros: Personally none experienced. Cons: Expensive, did not produce results, and highly irritating to my skin.
I purchased this product a few months ago, and I was not satisfied with the results. I was really excited about receiving the product after viewing the commercials, but I was highly disappointed after I began using it. After I began using the product,...
Pros: Its effective! Compare to the other products out there, the price is great! Cons: None!
It’s a nightmare that haunts millions of people each year. Acne. Yes, we accept it as a universal thing, yet the thought of a gigantic mountain-like zit is enough to make you run for cover. Well, is time to toss out the $200.00 face cream that...
Pros: tingles and you think it is working Cons: does not work
The first two products are just meaningless. The cleanser and blue lotion are useless, they have no affect. They act like soap and water. The final step, is also nothing revolutionary. It is 2.5 benzyol peroxide, like the over-the-counter products. Also,...
Proactive was something I was quite skeptical about when I first bought it, much like you, who are reading this right now. I'm 19 and have been to the dermatologist many times and nothing seems to give me these kind of results.
The...
Pros: Cheap, easy to use, and it works well Cons: May not be the answer for everybody
Proactive Solution has been the solution for me. When I saw the infomercial of Judith Light(Maggie from growing pains), I didn't think it would work, but I figured why not give it a try, If you can't trust Maggie Malone, who can you trust, Right? ...
After watching the endorsements on television and seeing the difference ProActive could make, I decided I had to have the product. With its promises of clearer skin or your money back, I figured I couldn't lose.
Pros: Smells Good Cons: Expensive, ineffective, painful, and according to my dermatologist doesn't work
I guess it varies because my friend thinks it works, but my experience with pro-active was completely negative. I tried it (nice 60 day trial period) and have sent it back.
#1. it gave me more blemishes, and ones that i did have went away and came...
Everyone has probably experienced acne at some point in their life. However, some people are unlucky enough to have acne well into their 20s, 30s, and 40s. I have had acne problems for almost 15 years. My acne has been severe at times, and I have...
After my doctor changed one of my prescription's strength, my face started breaking out in large cyst-like pimples. None of the drug store brands worked. Most just dried out my skin without causing any change. Proactiv worked for me. Not overnight,...
Pros: Very effective in minimizing pore size and eliminating blackheads. Cons: Burns the skin if you are sensitive to Benz oil Peroxide
I had watched the Judith Light infomercial several times before I finally decided to give it a try. At the age of 23, it just did not seem normal to have acne. It made me feel unprofessional at my job, like I was still a teenager.
Pros: Fast-acting, effective blemish treatment. It really works! Cons: You'll get addicted!
Honestly, I would have to say that after seeing several infomercials on Proactive, I began to seriously doubt it's effectiveness and quality as an acne product. It all just seemed to good to be true, especially since it was being sold from...
Pros: nothing Cons: doesnt work, not enough time guarantee, expensive
What is all the fuss about?? After many infomercials and enough of seeing Judith Light brainwashing us about this so called "best product out there", my mom decided to surprise me with Proactiv. She kept bugging me about getting rid of my...
Pros: cleans skin and comes with a lotion to treat already popped up blemishes Cons: dries out skin, cost, and is not effective enough
I did not prefer proactive at all because it dired up my skin and did not prevent my break outs like other product that I have used like Clean and Clear. It died out my skin and left it feeling rough and flcky. The scrub did not have enough scrubers so...
Pros: Gets skin very clean, reduces facial oil. Cons: Can be very harsh, didn't clear up skin, high price.
Since 5th grade I've been plagued with persistent acne. For several years, I used cheaper, drugstore products with little or no results. I constantly told myself that as I got older, it would get better. Unfortunately I was wrong. As I went through...
Pros: Does clear blemish, acne Cons: Very drying, irritating to my skin
I have never had what I would call acne, but I have had a problem with breakouts. I have always used Clean and Clear products, but I started breaking out more often, and it wasn't helping anymore. I read an article on Proactive and thought I'd give it...
I received mild acne and would get breakouts pretty often, so I decided to give Proactive a try. After seeing wonderful results on a friend with sensitive skin also, I was convinced that this product was for me. When I got my 3-Step program in the ...
Since high school I've had moderate acne. When I was pregnant with my son, I had beautiful, glowing skin, and after I had him, my skin once again went hay wire. About a year later - my skin began to clear up, looking the best it ever has, but I owe...
I started using the proactive system about a year ago. I was 21 and still suffering from acne, but did not want to take the next step of going on Acutane, so my doctor suggested that I try Proactive. All I can say to my doctor is thank you for...
Pros: The only consistent supressor of acne if used religiously. Cons: Price, somewhat inaccessable, inconvenient.
AS a woman of 27 years who has suffered from acne since age 13, I am familiar with the nightmares of hopefulness and disappointment with the areas of skin care. After using everything under the sun that promises results with minimal peeling, drying,...
Pros: Keeps skin from breaking out. Cons: Expensive, especially when buying for more than one person.
I hate the fact that this product is not available for consumer purchase through retail stores at a reasonable price and that the product is chintzy on the amount of cleanser. If they really cared about making clear skin affordable for everyone, they'd...
Pros: Takes only a minute to use, and makes your skin feel healthy Cons: none
My troubles with acne started about 6 months ago. My doctor prescribed a certain medication and a major side effect just happens to be acne. I've never had problems with my skin before this, so having such a huge amount of blemishes in such a short ...
Pros: not sure..none? Cons: not very effective, expensive, stings my bf's face
My brother told me that Proactiv worked very well because he was the type of person with very, very, very bad acne from adolescence and beyond! So after a couple years out of adolescence, I decided to try it because my acne decided it wasn't just...
Pros: It helped build my sons self esteem. Cons: None
This product is wonderful. After trying many other products and spending alot of money we finally found something that worked. My fifteen year old son used this product faithfully and he is so glad now that he did. He was very self conscious of his acne...
Pros: flawless skin, endless solutions to skin problems, money back gaurantee, they also have fading cream. Cons: Too many good products to choose from:)
I used to use Proactive, but I stopped for a year. It made my skin flawless, but for a reason unknown to me I stopped using it. My skin broke out horribly, not at first but gradually. Then I realized that "THIS" is how it used to be. It was very ...
Pros: Proactive Solutions does clean your skin, and helps unclogg pores. Cons: If you have persistent breakouts, this product won't work for you.
I tried proactive solutions when it first came out a while back. I had moderate acne and I found that it doesn't kill enough of the bacteria that causes acne. It only cleans the skin's outer surface.I also experienced peeling on my skin due to the...
Pros: Effective, worked within three weeks. Cons: Eventually caused dryness in patches, had to use lotion to counteract dryness.
I can't believe I finally found a product that WORKS! I have tried everything and at age 29 my skin is now clear and non-greasy. My skin is clear enough to go without base now. My skin stays soft and matte, even overnight! As the whether turned...
Pros: Softer skin, definitely works for me. Cons: Expensive! Works, but not if you can't afford it.
I am from Canada, so with the extra shipping, it is really expensive for me. One trick: If you find your skin is shiny, only use the toner at night. This has helped me a lot. I do feel it works well, and fortunately, I can afford it, but it is unfair to...
Pros: Amazing effect on skin, makes skin feel sensational Cons: Overly expensive and not available on the market
Before I say anything, I have one phrase: This solution has changed my life. No doubt about it. I'm 16 and ever since 13, I've had pretty bad acne. Not an all-over-the-face condition, but it was in patches. I had tried every blemish medicine in the...
Pros: Ease of ordering, light scent, all around ability to work well! Cons: Expense and the need to order more later.
I watched the infomertial about a 100 times and had about that many break outs before I fianlly purchased the set. I had developed adult acne here in my late twenties and became frustrated with using things like, Noxema and Oxy..which only aggrivated my...
Pros: medicated for acne, scrubs away dead skin Cons: may be too harsh on most skin types, irritating.
I use to use proactive solutions, but after awhile, i began to wonder why i chose to spend $70 every month when the product doesn't work for me. When I saw the infomercial, I bought into it, because it looks like a product that would work for me, since...
Pros: works the first 2 weeks Cons: doesn't work after 2 weeks, basically back to square one again
Proactive Solutions isn't actually what it is said to be, well for me it wasn't. I have had acne for a long portion in my life and I have tried just about everything out there! I decided to give proactive solutions a try one day, seeing it on an...
Pros: Gentle, mild fragrance. It works! Cons: some dryness
I loved this product. I was on antibiotics for two years and it didn't clear me up. It worked for a while and I was assaulted with acne. I went back to the dermatologist and they wanted to put me on Accutane. I asked around and several people...
Pros: It works. Cons: It is tough to avoid breakouts if you stop using it.
Bad skin can be play a major role in hurting someone's self-confidence. Nothing is worse than knowing you have one, or perhaps several, obvious red and shiny blemishes on your face, and knowing that while you are talking to your boss or that person you...
Pros: blemishes and fine lines disappeared. Making skin smooth without drying out your skin. Cons: Containers too small. Long waiting period if you live in a other country.
As a South African, being in USA as an Au pair caused a lot of breakouts on my face because of stress etc. One day while watching TV I saw the commercial of Proactive on TV and decided to try it, since nothing else worked. I received my Proactive system ...
Pros: Easy to use. Nice smell. Worked. Cons: Expensive.
I started using the whole ProActiv system about 4 months ago. I am 31 years old and have fought acne for 15+ years. This product is pleasant smelling and is easy to use. I immediately noticed an improved texture to my skin. After about two weeks I was...
Pros: NOTHING! Cons: Extremely expensive, does not work
This product is a waste of money. To make sure I gave it a decent trial, I tried it for 3 months but there was no difference. It is very expensive especially when you consider the shipping and handling charges. The bottles are very small (why not just...
I used this product for well over 6 months and found that it actually made my skin worse by irritating it. I have finally found something that works for me and have read various testimonials of people on acne message boards who did not have good results...
Pros: Clears up Acne without burning, Great repairing lotion Cons: Toner smells a little yucky
I have had acne for about three years and have tried prescription and over the counter stuff. This is the best my skin as looked in years. I am African American so the only reason that bought it was because Vanessa Williams recommended it. I strongly...
Pros: Your face feels smooth and clean after use Cons: haven't found any yet
The ProActiv Renewing Cleanser is the first facial cleanser I have tried that actually keeps the breakouts down. I began having acne at age 14 and have had major problems since. I'm talking huge cysts. No matter what I tried (facial masks, astringent,...
Pros: Worked great the first week!
3-Step treatment was convenient and easy!
Easy to order online Cons: Can make a disaster out of clear skin.
Pricey for small amount
How I found Proactive
My friend first introduced me to Proactive last summer. She had problem skin almost all of her life and she was trying to prepare for her wedding and thought she'd give Proactive a try. It cleared up her blemishes almost...
Pros: when it works, it works wonders Cons: bleaches EVERYTHING, short shelf life
AAAAAAAAAAHHH!! My previous review is below, but beware....after being a loyal customer for many years, it has suddenly stopped working!! Not only is my face breaking out, but it is worse than ever! I think Proactiv has messed with the formula! The...
Pros: The toner has a pleasant scent. Cons: It just didn't work!
I purchased Proactive after watching an infomercial late one night. I have combination skin and was begining to show signs of acne. I had never had any acne problems and thought that Proactive would save me from an embarrassing trip to the...
Pros: It is an effective product Cons: Dries the skin
I've only been using ProActiv for about a month and a half and I'm still trying to find the regimen that works best for me.
I don't have extremely bad acne problems but I have had it all my life. I finally decided to DO something about it and since...
Pros: Results somewhat noticeable within one month. Cons: Some irritation possible. Expensive shipping costs.
Like many TV viewers with acne "issues", I too was smitten with the infomercials on Proactive. I ordered my first package almost two years ago after considerable internal debate with my own ego and pocketbook. I decided to try it out and see if the TV...
Pros: Cleared up my moderate acne AND my residual "picking scars" in about two months... Cons: Try it yourself; nothing works for everyone. Expensive to maintain. Must use ALL THREE products.
It's the only thing I've ever found that actually works...the claims are true! If you have moderate to severe acne (heck even if the little ones annoy you), you owe it to yourself to try this product. I was skeptical of any product sold on TV in the...
Pros: There were no pros in my experience Cons: You cannot use this product if you have an allergy to benzoyl peroxide.
I have been told that the system really works well for MOST people. It did not work for me however, it was an awful experience!! When I called to order my Proactive, the salesperson never once informed me that 2% of people are allergic to the main ...
Pros: My skin has never felt better! Cons: Its a little pricey, but worth it!
I absolutely love the way my skin feels after using Proactive. I have had problem skin most of my life. I was always really jealous of my friends' skin, because theirs always seemed so flawless. I thought it was because I wore makeup, and some of them...
Pros: It lives up to the promise Cons: Admitting I gave into the infomericial!
So, I did it. I admit it. I was up late, and there was nothing on TV, and I gave in and watched an infomercial. Not only did I watch it, but I was completely enthralled in it. I watched Judith Light tell me again and again that MY face could be...
Before buying Proactiv my acne was not severe, but
since I was about 12 years old I have had acne that
has bothered me. The bumps are small, but they cover
my cheeks and nose. I had always wanted smooth
skin on my face like that on...
Pros: Very effective on blemishes. It also helps remove fine lines. Cons: Expensive (but worth it)
I have a bathroom full of zit products!! On the back of every one of them are promises that never came true! So when I saw the ad on TV I said out loud "Whatever!!" Why would I waste money on something that I already know will not work. Until a friend...
Proactiv was a miracle worker for me! I have had acne for most of life, at age 3, to be exact! It's hard to believe, but is true! My whole life I have been struggling with acne and I have tired absolutely everythig out there!, Believe me! My...
Okay, so this actually isn't a personal account, but rather a story from the other side. My brother-in-law, who is 18 years old, had terribly bad acne. He wouldn' even approach girls because he was worried that his acne would stand in between him and a...
Pros: Non-greasy; rinses easily; effective Cons: Unscented still has unpleasant odor; expensive;
A family member used this product, and after about 3 weeks the blemishes started to clear. Still under a dermatologist's care and using an antibiotic in addition to Proactive, (which is something the booklet it comes with states might be necessary), her...
Well I purchased this product after many and many tries of finding something that will work for me. I was up late at night and I watching the commercial for this product. I saw all of these people who had worse skin than I did and after using this...
Pros: Does help acne, decent product, can get it through the mail Cons: Too expensive, can be very drying to sensitive skin
I am in my late 20's and still break out like a teenager, so I decided that I needed to give Proactive a try. The stuff helped..some, but also caused some dry patches on my face. I wouldn't have minded using the products on a permanent basis had I gotten...
Pros: Effective the first few weeks, convenient home delivery Cons: Pimples returned in full force with continued use of product
I am 24 years old and have suffered from moderate acne since the age of 12. I have tried a large variety of over-the-counter acne medications as well as several prescriptions from my dermatologist but nothing completely cleared up my skin. After...
Pros: i got what i expected Cons: ultimately, a cheap, metiocre product is going to yeild cheap metiocre results.
when you buy proactive solution, you are getting exactly what you should expect, a low grade, poor quality product that despite what some people may think, is actually NOT expensive at all. skin care is a major industry with the highest, essentially ...
Love it, Love it , Love it! by chadsboy69 ,Feb 09 '04
Pros: Clear Skin Cons: none
This is by far the best face wash I have ever used. Proactiv is my holy grail for skin care. It is so gentle and the little microbeads help cleanse and exfoliate your skin cell, I shave before a shower and I get no irritation what so ever. A++++++++
I've Tried A Lot Of Treatments...Then I Tried Proactive by angelost ,Jun 26 '05
Pros: It seems to be working. Cons: The price and can be a bit abrasive especially when your face starts to peel.
I've been battling acne, blackheads and whiteheads since I was a teen. Now, I'm in my 30's and I still have breakouts from time to time. If you're in your teens it's understandable if you have breakouts, but when you're my age you start to think there may be something seriously wrong with you.
I've tried different products and even went to a dermatologist for treatments. None worked.
Then I decided to buy the Proactive System, I've only been using it for a month and I've experienced great results.
The first treatment in the system is the Renewing Cleanser. It has tiny beads to help exfoliate your skin. I personally use it twice a day, one in the morning and then before going to bed. Just squeeze enough amount on your fingertips and massage it all over your face. When you rinse off you can instantly feel the difference.
Right now my blemishes are not as noticeable as it was before. Of course, as the infomercial says, you have to use the whole system to achieve better results, which is exactly what I'm doing.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed that Proactive will continue to live up to its promise.
I swear by this product--but it's not for everyone! by kimmytx ,Jun 12 '06
Pros: My face has been acne free for three years! Cons: The product can bleach towels or other fabrics.
I have been using Proactiv for about three years now. As a teenager, I never had really bad acne, but around my mid-20's I started having the worst acne. I tried EVERYTHING. A friend recommended Proactiv and I laughed--I thought it had to be a joke.
Three years later, my skin is clear and I rarely have breakouts. When I do have a breakout, it is because I am running low on cleanser and am trying to stretch it until I get my next bottle.
I have found that I don't need to use the full three steps everyday. I use my own face lotion most of the week and use the Proactiv toner and lotion once or twice a week.
Also--for those who don't want to buy the full package (three pieces), I have found that many shopping malls have kiosks set up to sell Proactiv products. I can purchase a bottle of cleanser separately whenever I need it. It runs about the same--around $17 a bottle. You can also find it on Ebay!
When it works, it REALLY works! by webpinion ,Dec 01 '06
Pros: Works well for most people, quick results, awesome cleanser, a little goes a long way Cons: Doesn't work for everyone, but you'll know right away (2-3 days, tops)
This is one of those love-it or hate-it products. I love it because it works for me. I've used it for 4 years, and only purchased it because a friend of mine with terrible acne suddenly looked awesome and I asked her what she was using. I had seen the infomercials, and just thought it was typical marketing hype. Not true in my case. Please take the reviews with a grain of salt... For some people, it doesn't work at all; for others, it's great. You won't know until you try it. I have sensitive skin and only used the cleanser daily in the shower, and the repair lotion every few nights. Otherwise, my cheeks would start to get a tad red, like a sunburn. The toner isn't really necessary. FYI, you can get tailored follow-up shipments (like 2 cleansers and a repair lotion, instead of getting a toner). My supply lasts 4-6 months because I need so little of it. Literally just a few drops. I also recommend stopping use of it for a few weeks and then resuming, because my skin gets used to it. I also like their moisturizer with sunscreen.
Celebrity Spokespeople Paid off! by stepmomandmom ,Jul 27 '06
Pros: None Cons: It made my acne WORSE!
Seriously this is the worst product I have ever used on my skin. I have acne prone, oily skin. I get a variety of types of acne, the small little pimples all the way to the big cystic pimples. All are very painful. On top of having bad skin I have sensitive skin. I tried this product about 6 months ago praying for some relief, what I got was a nightmare instead. This cleanser felt like sandpaper against my skin! It talks about how it's so gentle and made for the most sensitive skin, well that is clearly not true. My skin broke out worse than ever! I wouldn't recommend anyone every buy this product.
I wasn't looking for more acne by shoebox13 ,Jan 16 '04
Pros: At least I got my money back Cons: Made acne worse, expensive, takes up a lot of time
I have always had oily skin and occasional breakouts. After starting college and living in the dorms, I noticed that my friends and I started to break out more frequently. I decided to try Proactive because it was expensive and there are so many good reviews of it. My acne breakouts used to be just a few zits spread out over my face. After using Proactive, I started to break out in places on my face that I never had before, and there were clusters of mini zits all of the time. I used the product for about 2 months and it never got better. I would recommend trying the product because I know it has worked for a lot of people, but PLEASE return it within the money back time frame if you are not seeing results.
NON-ACTIV IS THE BETTER NAME FOR IT by sablecafenyc ,Feb 20 '04
Pros: Zilch! Cons: One of the worst skincare products ever manufactured.
This product completely sucks. Both my brother and I who suffer from moderate acne, decided to give into the infomercial and give proactiv a try. We figured, what we had to lose after trying so many other products. I'll tell you what we had too lose: how about all that money for those three little bottles and self confidence, because this product made our skin worse. It irritated mines to the point that I still have the irritation marks on my skin after using this product a couple years back. Yeah, they talk a good and convincing game in the infomercial, but it's all a hoax!
Pros: Somewhat less acne, less oil throughout the day Cons: BLEACHED MY TOWELS!! Plus dry patches, redness, didn't clear blackheads.
I am currently using Proactive and have been for about 6 months, but I am not 100% satisfied with it. I am searching for a better product, one that doesn't dry my skin, make my face red and blotchy, and doesn't leave dry patches along my t-zone. I feel that the side effects are not worth the small difference I have noticed in my acne. It is better than before I started using Proactive, but not so much better that I'll continue.
Pros: deep cleans, exfoliates, fights zits!! Cons: small tube, have to buy online or over the phone.
living in the south tends to make you have tanned skin. but what comes with that is thickened, peeling skin. i used to use just foaming face washes, such as neutrogena or biore'. but they just didn't clean very well. and they did not get rid of acne. so then i switched to benzoyl peroxide cleansers, like oxy and clean and clear. however, they didn't foam very well and it felt like a thick lotion on my skin. i would get out of the hot shower and towel off my face and there'd be peeling skin everywhere. i could literally scrape it off with a cotton ball and toner. this took way too much time and required way too many products.
LUCKILY, i found proactive solution renewing cleanser. it has the zit-fighting benzoyl peroxide and it has the buffing beads to slough off that nasty dead skin. (the stuff that causes pimples!) my skin feels clean and fresh after i use it. the buffing beads are actually strong enough to do some serious cleaning without irriating my skin.
Best on Oily or Combination Skin by amp_espi_di ,Aug 29 '06
Pros: Cleanses skin leaving it refreshed. Works well with Step 2 and Step 3. Cons: Doesn't take make-up off well.
Hits the wallet pretty hard.
I believe this product works best on oily/combination skin types like mine. It does a good job of cleansing the oil and dirt off of my face and the massaging crystals/grit feel fine to me. I don't recommend it as a make-up remover because I still find make-up on the cotton ball after using the Step 2 toner. Instead, cleanse your face with a mild soap to get the make-up off and then use the Proactiv system. And really do use it 2 times a day or you may not see results for three or four weeks.
Pros: The bottles aren't obnoxiously colored like other more common popular brands. Cons: Wish the bottles were larger. I'd also like to be able to buy at stores.
In my late 20's I started getting acne...talk about a late bloomer?! I tried as many different products as I could get my hands on from clearasil to old fashioned witch hazel. After seeing infomercials about proactive I decided to try the whole set. Within a week I noticed a change in texture and my skin began to heal. Thanks to proactive I dont feel that my skin looks like a pizza anymore :) WELL worth the price!
omg! i broke out so much using this product!!!!! it made me break out more and if you have skin that is combination and you have acne every place on your face it wont work! trust me!
Pros: Good smell, very gentle Cons: Doesn't work for everyone, didn't reduce the amount of oil in my skin
I think it's great that ProActive works for so many people (usually teens). But I tried the product not once, but twice in the past 7 years of my 20s. It smelled good and lightened up the acne a bit, but I was far from clear. I think it works more on early in life acne cases, but for those of us with adult acne I don't think it's quite as easy.
I think the biggest thing to realize when you use this product is that it is not going to work for everyone. And if you're not getting results after a few months, I would cancel instead of wasting money. If it doesn't work it just doesn't work.
Pros: decrese on oily skin, silky soft skin Cons: didnt cure pimples , i actualy got some while using it
of course when i got pro active i was sooo ecxited , mine actualy came 1 day late but maby not since i orderd around 9 , but anyways while using pro active for about 2 weeks now, all i have noticed is less oily skin, i have gotten about 2 -3 new pimples while using it, which i usualy get while using nothing,.. i love the way it makes my skin feel though , silky. i really thought proactiv was going to make my skin realy clear, almost perfect, the bottle says to use it for 3 weeks to see noticeable results , i wont be expecting loss of pimples
my skin isnt as bad as sum , pimple around my nose and between my eye brows , not red, not that noticable but when i got this HUGE zit under my nose ring ( got is once while using proactiv) it was VERY noticable but lukily got it during christmas holidays and a weekend so no one saw it
so in sum, i woodnt waste my money on proactive ,well no $50 , i wood go as high as $15
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