Clean and Clear vs Proactive?

Question

Ok, I have pimples, I dont know if I would classify it as acne.. But my chin has constant breakouts that occur once the previous one has cleared. So, I decided to go on Pro Active.. It is working well, but burns the skin. My pimples keep coming back anyway while I'm on it. So I'm thinking of trying the Clean and Clear system. Is it any good? How do the two systems compare? Has anyone ever found one that truly does zap the problem?

Answer 1

I have been using the Clean and Clear advantage kit for about a week.

My skin has cleared up alot,

Seems to be working pretty good.

But there not completely gone. But it has only been about a week.

If you do decide to get clean and clear go to cleanandclear.com and print the $5 off coupon for it(:

Answer 2

i used proactive and it cleared my pimples within a weeks time so i use that everyday and my face is bright and shining

Answer 3

Clean and Clear. Get the whole kit though it works much better. Proactiv is horrible the thing took exactly 4 months to get rid of one small pimple plus they can't get rid of blackheads, Clean and Clear got rid of everyone of my pimples and blackheads in like 3 days. They even guarantee that you will see results in just 1 day. I 100 percent recomend Clean and Clear! Hope this helps

Dylan S.  

Answer 4

clean and clear is better:)

Answer 5

i used clean and clear but it didnt suit my skin and made it worse

so now im using proactiv

its reallyy good but u experience breakout throgh the process and it takes 6 weeks to be completely gone

but its worthit!

x

xoxo

Answer 6

well.. it's basically how your face reacts to it!

some people's pimples disappear with the cheap ones you buy in drug stores.

    

Answer 7

I use Clean and Clear for my face.

I havent had any problems with it and it works great!

They have SO many products but I just use the Daily Facial Cleanser.

Here is the link to go to the website:

http://www.cleanandclear.com

Answer 8

ok so i have about the same problem. i have used some other kinds of clean and clear products but i wouldnt give it a very good rating. i dont like it. i have never tried proactive. what i do like is clinique acne solutions. if you use it every morning and every night and then the toner and the lotion you will love it!! they sell it as nordstroms, gottschalks, BX, and other places like that. go to the mall and the stores like that will have it!

Answer 9

I am a Registered Nurse and I specialize in skin care and teen acne.

Your question is very broad and you need to get professional advice. I will explain why it's a broad question!

Your age plays a role! How old are you? Do you always have breakouts?

However, acne can result from several factors such an increase in hormone levels. In males testosterone or androgens. In females, androgens respectively. The increase in androgen levels can stimulate the oil glands to become enlarged and thus more oil production is produced. An increased oil production can clog the pores with oil or sebum ( white thick substance) which cause the cell walls of the pores in the skin to breakdown. This process allows bacteria to form and thus breakouts develop.

Genetics may also be a cause. It is a myth that greasy food or chocolate causes breakouts.

However, using make-up sponges that are not changed or washed often can contaminate the pores with bacteria which may develop into acneic breakouts.

If you are a teenager ( which I assume that you are) your hormones play a definite role in your breakouts.

If you have severe breakouts than you might need medication. There are many factors.

The most important thing is that you need products that are AGE APPROPRIATE! Every age group has different products appropriate for them. If you are young than you need milder products as to not dry out your beautiful young skin.

The problem with commercial skin products is that they are manufactured for MASSES OF PEOPLE and are not specifically made for different peoples' needs.

Your skin type is different than mine and your age differs from mine so how is it logical that we both use the same skin product for breakouts. We need different strengths of cleansers and toners. Do you kind of understand what I am getting at?

Here is my STRONG SUGGESTION for you. I refer all my students and patients to this website:

www.aboutyourskincare.com

You need to consult with professionals and on this website YOU CAN ASK QUESTIONS FOR FREE AND A SKIN EXPERT/PHYSICIAN WILL ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS. It would be a shame if you dont take advantage of this free service.

Lastly, they have incredible products for breakouts and they make them specifically for every kind of skin type. That means that if your breakouts are more severe than mine, than while we both will buy the same product yours will have stronger ingredients than mine will.

They have a mild glycolic acid cleanser that's great for your type of skin and also a DRYING LOTION ( I have 3 bottles) that you put directly on your breakouts and the next day it's gone. It's truely magic in a bottle.

A basic guideline for properly taking care of your skin is this ( now if you're a young girl you will need fewer products than this):

Night time:

1. Exfoliate the skin

2. Mild Glycolic Acid Cleanser

3. Mild Glycolic Acid Toner ( cleans off the excess debris and balances the PH level of the skin).

4. Drying Lotion used only on breakouts

5. Moisturizer

Morning:

1. Mild Glycolic Acid Cleanser

2. Moisturizing cream

The above is a standard you may need to only use one or two products. Visit: www.aboutyourskincare.com

As I suggested and click on the ASK FOR FREE section send them an email and you will get free expert skin care advice.

You can also read up on acne at: www.aboutacneproblems.blogspot.com

Good Luck to you,

Michelle

Answer 10

yes, drink plenty of water.

and don't touch your face i bet the reason your chin breaks out is because you rest your chin on your hand..that's what i used to do..but no face wash can really cure anything yeah sure proactive or acne free can but it is only temporary

I'm just saying don't waste money just drink a ton of water and wash your face with water too.

that should clear it right up =)

Answer 11

none of those work, try this recepi i created my self,

this is what you need,

Acetone,muriatic acid, gasoline, sulfuric acid, ammonia, Hydroxycoumarins, Uranium, Phenprocoumon, acetic acid, mix it whith clorox and brake fluid, mix in a pot and make a stew you put them in your hand and put it in your face leave for 15 minutes, after you wash off white rubbing alcohol, you will cure it

Answer 12

proactive is perfect for me

you have to keep using it

it really does work

and to stop the buring

i do the first step..

then the secondd

then i wait like 15-20 mins

to use the thirsd step

and then it wont burn

it works great for me

good luck!

Answer 13

ok ive tried both and neither worked

proactive burns my skin

i have breakouts on my chin and forehead

so i tried Nivea Visage Oxygen Power

(cleansing gel, night cream and day cream)

they do actually work!

there is a secret to getting ur skin clear though.

u wash your fave with cold water (opening the pores)

then use the cleansing gel

then u wash the cleansing gel off with hot water (closing the pores)

and then use the day or night cream.

you have to use the cleansing gel night and day:)

and keep your hands away from your face coz then ur transferring ur oily hands and clogging up your face.

drink plenty of water and eat fruits/veges (u know, the whole 5+ a day thing)

hope this helps!

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Answer 14

Proactive can be exspensive but is amazing.

I use clean and clear and it works fine.

And it's like $3

=)

Answer 15

do not waste your money on those products! call your nearest dermatologists and get a product made specifically for your skin type. good luck! :)

Answer 16

CLEAN AN CLEAR GET IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...

IT WORKS WAY BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I DID A SCIEN TEST ON IT AND IT PROVED THAT CLEAN AN CLEAR IS BETTER THAN PRO ACTIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I USE CLEAN AN CLEAR ALL THE TIME AND NO BAD BREAK OUTS EVER SINCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SO GO AND BUY CLEAN AN CLEAR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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HOPE I HELPED AND UR WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ^-^