Proactiv, should i get it or not?

Question

i don't know ifr i should.

i heard it really works.

i dont really have acne.

but i have a lot of little little pimples.

some of them are read.

and a LOT on my chin, except they're like "under" my skin so you can really tell form far apart.

Answer 1

its up to you because you have to commit to doing 3 steps in the morning and before  you go to bed. and if you stop using it, the acne and pimples will come back.

Answer 2

even if you have a lot of little pimples you stilll have acne .i used proactiv and it did not work for me,try acnefree you can buy it at walmart or drugstores it comes in

a pack of  three try it it helps

Answer 3

if i were you i would go to the dermatoligist and either get accutane its a pill that u swallow and it clears up acne or at the dermatoligist they give u a special bar of soap and special benzoyle peroxide stuff to put on ur acne its better than proactiv because proactiv doesnt work for everyone and this stuff will or u can sue jk dont sue  

Answer 4

it really does work, but you have to do all three steps faithfully every day

Answer 5

if its not bad you could get something cheaper to do the job like clean and clear

Answer 6

Don't get Proctiv, since you don't really have acne, try Neutrogena. www.skiniD.com

Answer 7

try it!  i like it!  its expensive, but it works.

Answer 8

yes! get it. it works really well.  

Answer 9

You shouldn't because proactiv only works as long as you keep on using it. The minute you stop using proactiv you'll breakout even worse then you would before. Maybe ask your doctor try prescribe you some acne medicine.

Answer 10

Get something cheaper than Proactive. I suggest getting Neutrogena or Clean'n'Clear. Proactive doesn't work as well after about a month or two. And you have to wait about 3-6 weeks to see full results. I don't like it and it's a rip-off. Try the Oil-Free Acne Wash in grapefruit instead. It works really well.

Answer 11

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 12

You won't know unless you give it a try. Give it about a month though to see if you get good results.

Answer 13

NO! do not get Proactiv. It does not work. Try Neutrogena's products they are the top most dermatologist reccommended brand and there stuff works. Try the Neutrogena Wave, I have it and it works great. Its very easy and right after you use it your skin feels very soft, and for those huge pimples use Crest toothpaste, just dab a bit on. Its one of the many secrets stars use.

Answer 14

it does work really well, but you get really dry skin and its all red! that's what happened to me. i use oil-free acne wash by neutrogena now it works good