Proactiv Charcoal Infused Pore Cleansing Brush Designed with a sleek, ergonomic shape and angled head for easy contour handling, this deep cleansing device helps remove dirt, makeup, and other pore-clogging impurities.

Replaceable brush head snaps on and off by pulling or pressing on the plastic rim (not the silicone gel itself). To clean brush head, detach it, rinse with warm water and let it air dry completely.

The bristles are designed to be easier and more effective than cleansing by hand, helping clear out things like dirt, grime and dead skin cells. Using one can actually help exfoliate dead skin cells quicker than daily face washing alone, and helps your skin look healthier.

The bottom line Proactiv contains acne-fighting ingredients that may help treat mild to moderate acne breakouts. It won't help you if you have severe acne or cystic or nodular acne, though. Keep in mind that a good skin care routine should focus on keeping skin healthy, in addition to targeting and fighting acne.

Proactiv Solution® Repairing Treatment. On thoroughly clean skin, apply a thin layer to the entire affected area. Allow to dry. Do not rinse off.

For best results: Use morning and night. Apply a small (dime-sized) amount to dampened skin and gently massage. Rinse thoroughly with warm water, pat dry.

The answer is so simple: don't use it too often. It's recommended that you brush your face, along with a cleanser, two days out of the week. If your skin dries out and your skin tone becomes uneven, take it down to just once a week. If you feel this routine isn't effective, do it three days a week.

Directly on to the brush. And. This next step is optional. But I like to wet my face first because I feel like this allows the brush to glide more smoothly.

With that being said, Proactiv may be an effective treatment option for mild to moderate acne outbreaks and scarring. But it's not a miracle cure, and it won't work for everyone. According to its product description, Proactiv doesn't work on cystic or nodular acne. It's also not the best option for severe acne.

Side Effects of Proactiv These are mainly dryness, skin infections and infestations and nasopharyngitis (swelling of the nasal passage and back of the throat). A few people in trials have also experienced burning at the application site, influenza, sinusitis and gastroenteritis.

Yes. It's important to use your Proactiv system as directed. The steps work synergistically, each building from the previous step, to address skincare and the complex condition of acne. Remember, acne is not curable, and it is chronic, so continued daily treatment is necessary to prevent breakouts.

Designed specifically for acne-prone skin, Proactiv delivers finely-milled benzoyl peroxide deep into your pores to help stop acne-causing bacteria in its tracks and prevent new breakouts from forming.