2009 Advisor
krislynn
Southern Belle, GA

Proactiv Solution is not for all skin types!!!

1 star rating

a dry skin sufferer, low maintenance, keeping my skin clear, very skin conscious, disappointed with this product, a person with sensitive skin, troubled by adult acne, taking care of my skin
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Pros

    good customer service

Cons
    not for all skin types, harsh on sensitive skin, burned skin, dries face out, can irritate your face, didn't fight my acne

AUG
25
2008

Proactiv Solution Acne Treatment — 

Proactiv Solution 


I am thirty something and I've never had an acne problem before. I watched several Proactiv Solution commercials and I was impressed how it worked. I ordered my first month trial just to see if it would help my acne problem. It was easy to order Proactiv Solution on their website at proactive.com.

The 3-piece 30-day Trial System comes with the Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner, and Repairing Lotion. You also get the Refining Mask or Green Tea Moisturizer, Face the Facts guide, and the Clear Skin Club membership as a free bonus. The introductory price is $19.95 plus S&H.

Step #1: Renewing Cleanser~
Use in the morning and at night. Apply a small (dime-sized) amount to dampened skin and gently massage for 1-2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat dry. Follow with Step 2: Revitalizing Toner. You can use the Proactiv System on all acne-prone areas of your body. Renewing Cleanser contains benzoyl peroxide, which can bleach towels and fabrics.

Step #2: Revitalizing Toner~
Use in the morning and at night. Apply to your cleansed skin with a cotton ball or pad. Allow to dry. Follow with Step 3: Repairing Lotion. Remember, if you're going outside, use sunscreen to protect your skin. If irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use of products and consult a doctor.

Step #3: Repairing Lotion~
Use in the morning and at night. After cleansing and toning, squeeze a pea-sized amount onto your palm and spread a thin layer over the entire affected area. Allow to dry. Do not rinse off. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce the amount or frequency of application. Repairing Lotion contains benzoyl peroxide, which can bleach towels and fabrics.

When I started to use the product, my skin cleared up. After using the product for a couple of months, my face started to dry out, burn, itch, and was red all the time. My acne had not improved, either. I called Proactiv Solution and explained what the product did to my skin. They explained that they had a product that was milder for sensitive skin. I ordered it, but it did not improve with my skin drying out, burning, itching, or the redness.

I canceled my account soon after that happened. The customer service rep was very nice and understanding. I guess the Proactiv Solution was too harsh for my skin type. The Proactiv Solution may help your acne. If you have sensitive skin, I would get the milder version. I give it a 1 star!

Thank you for reading. If you would like to read more of my reviews, please click here!
Krista Lynn

Last edited on Nov 23, 2008



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Reviewer11 wrote on Nov 21, 2008 at 10:31PM

Very informative and so true, thanks so much. Yes, Proactive isn't for everyone. It's not for me either. It hurts.