Proactiv Solution® Renewing Cleanser (2 fl oz/59 ml) A unique, oil-free formula, this daily face wash contains prescription-grade benzoyl peroxide to penetrate pores, attack bacteria and treat blemishes fast, plus smooth microbeads that gently exfoliate dead skin cells and remove impurities.

Use after Deep Cleansing Face Wash. Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Use once daily. Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying the product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer.

ProactivMD Ultra-Gentle Cleanser: Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate, Heliotropine, Tocopheryl Acetate, ...

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.

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 products are designed for acne-prone skin. No matter your ethnicity or skin type – dry, oily, combination, normal or sensitive – Proactiv will have the right combination of products for you.

It's safe. Proactiv offers dermatologist-developed and dermatologist-tested treatment systems. Each system contains clinically-proven ingredients so you can successfully take care of your skin.

Side Effects of Proactiv A few people in trials have also experienced burning at the application site, influenza, sinusitis and gastroenteritis. “Even though Proactiv has these active ingredients in a very low concentration, the products can still be irritating,” says Cheung.

What is ProactivMD ? ProactivMD uses low-concentration adapalene 0.1% as the main active ingredient replacing the sulfur/ benzoyl peroxide combination used in the standard Proactiv kit.

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.

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.

Most impressive, Proactiv has been so successful by relying on - and almost solely because of - a focus on direct-response marketing: infomercials and internet advertising. It goes far beyond the traditional brand awareness marketing harnessed by giants like Coca-Cola (KO) or Apple (AAPL).

The good news is proactiv has decades of skincare innovation under their belt, so they've developed effective products for oily skin: Advanced Daily Oil Control: Formulated with salicylic acid for acne-prone skin, this oily skin moisturizer helps reduce surface shine and unclog pores.

In rare cases, some people may have a severe allergic reaction to Proactiv when they first start using it. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: small red bumps on the treated skin. intense itching of the treated area.

A small group of people may be hypersensitive or allergic to active ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or adapalene, which are in some of the Proactiv products. If you are one of those people, you should not use a product without first discussing use with your healthcare provider.