The Product

Once considered to be the top acne treatment in the country (and definitely one of the most marketed ones), ProActiv has declined quite a bit not so much because it is a bad product, but mostly because it has barely evolved since it was introduced to the market, allowing other brands to flourish instead. However, the ProActiv formula is still one of the most effective ones, especially if applied constantly.

One of the drawbacks that ProActiv has however, is that the entire treatment is composed of just a cleanser, not allowing it to properly attack acne at the roots, and thus demanding constant applications in order to eradicate the problem. Also, since it uses Benzoyl Peroxide, ProActiv can be quite harsh on the skin of people with skin sensitiveness problems.

On the positive side, ProActiv comes in a series of packages that offer more variation to any potential customer, who can choose from among 5 different offering in total: the 5-Piece Deluxe System priced at $59.95; the 4-Piece Moisture System, which costs $49.95; the 4-Piece Oil Control System at $49.95; the 3-Piece Proactiv System priced at $39.95 and the 3-Piece 30-Day Trial System, which sells for $19.95 and which is the favorite among new customers who prefer to try before buying the more expensive offerings. ProActiv has also been widely recognized by the media as well as by medical organizations in the past, which is further proof of how well it works if used as advised.

The Manufacturer

Based in Des Moines, Unite States, ProActiv Solutions is the developer and manufacturer of the ProActiv Acne System. As mentioned above, the company has many years of experience in the skin care and beauty industries and is the result of a talented group of U.S. dermatologists.

Why it Works Well

The main reason why ProActiv works well is its use of Benzoyl Peroxide, which is extremely effective against acne. This component helps clear the skin from any impurity, dirt and oil residue, allowing it to breath while at the same time making it look better. However, what places ProActiv behind better offerings in the market, is that the treatment does not attack the bacteria that causes the acne, causing it to return if the treatment is stopped altogether.

Also, while Benzoyl Peroxide might be very effective against acne, it is also very strong, and might end up affecting people who suffer from sensitive skin. Thus, if used without care or measure, ProActiv might cause skin irritation and swelling in varying degrees.

To somewhat counter this, ProActiv offers its customers a membership at the Clear Skin Club, known for giving excellent freebies and skin care products from the company. Also, every purchase comes backed by a 60-day guarantee, which is another incentive for people to try the system without concerns.