Proactiv Works! Just Be Smart!
Written: Nov 16 '03 (Updated Nov 16 '03)
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Pros: Works! Clears up my acne entirely! Makes the price NOT matter! Helped me!
Cons: Time consuming and somewhat expensive, wait until delivered, might dry skin if not careful.
The Bottom Line: Proactiv does work! Cleared up my skin like crystal! -- Just apply it correctly and lead a healthy life style.
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| ooislong's Full Review: Guthy Renker Proactiv Solution System |
Proactiv actually works!
I actually had 2 experiences with proactiv.
Trial number 1:
I had a blemish on my left cheek and a few spots around my forehead. It kind of bothered me a little so I came across the infomercial (of course I was skeptical but I ordered it anyway.) I ordered the 3 step system and as soon as it came (about 1 full week), I tried the Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner, and Repairing Lotion and .. it started to clear up after 2 weeks of trying it and then came back. I started using the products correctly but got swayed into using it wrong. My face is naturally moderately oily so I was so skeptical about the oiliness and would wash it several times a day. I would also bring that Repairing Lotion wherever I went and dab some on my blemishes and just spend my time out in the sun WITHOUT SUNSCREEN (oh the horror). My face was about to peel off so I quit proactiv for about a year. "The hell with Proactiv it didn't work anymore." So I started using harmful over drying over-the-counter chemicals (stupid me)
My off-time:
During my off-time with Proactiv, the acne became WORSE! More acne was forming. I was so ashamed after I saw the pictures of me at my schools homecoming dance. The spots on my face became darker and zits became BIGGER. I actually had people tell me what to put on (or do with) my face which I tried. Yes, I even tried the egg-yolk . Nothing worked and I was getting frustrated. My friends mother asked "What are you using for your face?" and I just replied "Everything". Guess what, she recommended Proactiv.
Trial number 2:
I decided to try Proactiv again. But not that simple, I did my internet research. Most were good reviews, SOME were bad (which were similar to mine). I found out how WRONG I was using Proactiv. So I ordered Proactiv 5 piece because I had a feeling it WOULD work this time. (I also ordered ZENMEDs Derma Cleanse System for Acne - you know, just as a backup.) Both totaled to $165 dollars. HORRIBLE price but worth it (both have money-back guarantees). I got both products around the same time. I used the ProActiv full 5-piece system (the Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner, Daily Oil Control, Repairing Lotion, and Oil Free Moisture w/ SPF) in the morning. It is so damn time consuming, I mean, I have to wake up 30 minutes earlier than usual to put everything on. I find my face getting oilier throughout the day, so I just pat some tissue paper over it. At night, I use just the Cleanser, Toner, and Repairing Lotion. I also have been using the Derma Cleanse CAPSULES ONLY with Proactiv and after 1 month and 2 weeks, my acne is GONE GONE GONE. Several times, while putting on the Toner, my face HURTS AND STINGS, talk about painful, but I still endure it and wait till it dries before putting on the Oil Control or Lotion (depending on the time of day) they seem to help cool my face.
The Whole System I Use that WORKS:
The Renewing Cleanser: Very soothing, (DON'T RUB IT IN SO HARD MAKING IT FEEL LIKE SANDPAPER) just feel the tiny beads roll on your face. This contains 2.5 Benzoyl Peroxide. I recommend massaging it in for about a minute or 2 to help exfoliate and remove bacteria.
The Revitalizing Toner: Can burn and sting sometimes, but I still use it twice a day. This helps shed those dead surface skin cells and rejuvenate the skin.
The Daily Oil Control: I use this after the toner in the morning, This supposedly controls the oil. I totally don't believe this product, my face still feels oily and greasy. I'm guessing it's the humidity where I live.
The Repairing Lotion: This is my favorite of the system. This is what actually gets deep into the pores and kills those acne causing organisms. I HAVE to use this twice a day or else I'll feel vulnerable to acne. This totally does its job. I also makes my face feel smoooooth.
The Oil-Free Moisture: Moisturizes my face, I guess it helped me fight the dryness throughout the day. The greatness is the SPF15 that helps protect me from the sun. I live in Miami, and the sun would destroy me.
The Refining Mask: I had a free 1oz trial of this. This is a mask used to go deep in the pores and removing impurities and also reducing excess oil. It makes my face feel clean.
I also use the ZENMEDS Derma Cleanse Capsules w/ Proactiv: They are made from natural herbs to regulate hormones and treat acne internally cleaning the liver and endocrine system. I guessed I need to treat acne internally as well as externally (with Proactiv). This helps me! I feel less stressed, even though I didn't use Proactiv on my back, the minor acne on it disappeared. I recommended ordering Proactiv 5-pc with Derma Cleanse Capsules (separate from the Derma Cleanse System). but remember (4-6 times daily) I always take 6. If I misfortunately skip breakfast, I take 3 with lunch and dinner. Otherwise, 2 with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The capsules are ALL NATURAL so there are no bad side-effects!
I definitely recommend this product!
I know, Proactiv does work. I suggest you order the ZENMED DERMA CLEANSE CAPSULES with Proactiv for optimal results as it did for me. IT MAY NOT WORK if you totally throw off the instructions in using it. OR if you are sensitive to Benzoyl Peroxide (which is its main Active Ingredient) which may cause over drying. Back then, I was stupid with Proactiv and I just ignored the instructions.
Daily routine: wake up -- eat breakfast and take 2 capsules -- shower (skip your face totally in the shower)-- clean face (warm water, 2 min rubbing cleanser, apply toner using a pad, after my face completely dried, apply daily control oil, after 5 minutes apply repairing lotion, then finally, the oil-free moisture) -- lunch, take two capsules -- dinner take two capsules -- clean face (warm water, 2 min rubbing cleanser, you can use the refining mask if you want at this time, apply toner, then finally the repairing lotion) -- go to sleep on a clean pillow..
BE CAREFUL AND HELP PREVENT ACNE! DON'T BE CARELESS!
Drink plenty of water. Eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I don't care what you eat just as long as you don't eat anything you're allergic to. Don't eat too much of that junk food, balance it out with fresh fruit and vegetables. Wash your face before AND after you exercise. Wash your face 1-3 times daily no less than 8 hours apart. Don't wash your face too much, if you irritate it, your acne might get worse. Protect your skin from the sun and wear sunscreen even for out for just 10 minutes (the sun is harmful so don't kill your skin while sun bathing). Have 7-8 hours of sleep. and importantly RELAX!! Take slow, deep breaths at times of trouble or anxiety, READ A BOOK, or simply tap your forehead 21 times using your middle finger and ring finger of either hand and count while tapping! Keep your pores from clogging!
-- If you order Proactiv, you get a free Face the Facts booklet that gives you more info on obtaining a healthy lifestyle.
Your actions affect acne, Proactiv does a major part in help clearing it up.
Other tips to keep in mind while using the System:
- Don't spot treat with the Repairing Lotion! Its made to help prevent acne, so use it on all acne-prone areas!
- Wash your hair, otherwise, keep it out of your face (you don't want hair oil to cause pimples)
- Don't quit, it takes time! Be faithful because everybody has different skin!
- There is a slightest possibility that this product is not for you but it does work for practically everybody!
Other products I recommend:
Proactiv Advanced Blemish Treatment: helps reduce the size of the zit overnight! (6% benzoyl peroxide)
ORDER PROACTIV! www.proactiv.com
ORDER ZENMED CAPSULES! www.zenmed.com
RELAX, your acne will go AWAY FOREVER (well, I can't say forever, but at least you know how to get rid of it for as long as you want to)!!!
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