Proactiv Review
I don't care what Jessica Simpson says...Proactiv Solutions is very harsh on the skin and may do more damage than good.
Proactiv Solution contains benzoyl peroxide (BP) which generates free radicals in the skin. This is not a good thing.
The free radicals, or oxidative stress upon the skin, causes redness of the skin, or erythema. The effect is similar to that of unprotected sun exposure. Actually, the FDA requires labeling products using benzoyl peroxide as an active ingredient, warning consumers to avoid unnecessary sun exposure and to wear sunscreen when using the product.
Proactiv Solution contains benzoyl peroxide (BP) which generates free radicals in the skin. This is not a good thing.
The free radicals, or oxidative stress upon the skin, causes redness of the skin, or erythema. The effect is similar to that of unprotected sun exposure. Actually, the FDA requires labeling products using benzoyl peroxide as an active ingredient, warning consumers to avoid unnecessary sun exposure and to wear sunscreen when using the product.
Benzoyl Peroxide = Skin Damage
Repeated bonzoyl peroxide use generates the free radicals that damage the skin's cellular DNA and structure, which results in premature skin aging. The risk of skin damage and aging is determined by the concentration of BP used and the frequency of application.
Umm, in fact, research supports linkage between BP and skin cancer. Check out the 127 posted articles relating to BP and skin cancer at PubMed in the National Library of Medicine. (Type in "benzoyl peroxide cancer" in the search bar)
Benzoyl peroxide is a tumor promoter in mice...yikes! Not good, Proactiv.
In making decisions on acne treatments, consider the side effects and risks associated to products that contain benzoyl peroxide for acne control.
Umm, in fact, research supports linkage between BP and skin cancer. Check out the 127 posted articles relating to BP and skin cancer at PubMed in the National Library of Medicine. (Type in "benzoyl peroxide cancer" in the search bar)
Benzoyl peroxide is a tumor promoter in mice...yikes! Not good, Proactiv.
In making decisions on acne treatments, consider the side effects and risks associated to products that contain benzoyl peroxide for acne control.
Proactiv Ingredients
Step 1: Proactiv Renewing Cleanser
Active Ingredient: benzoyl peroxide 2.5%.
Inactive Ingredients: water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, propylene glycol, xanthan gum, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, disodium dimethicone copolyol sulfosuccinate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, polyethylene, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, tridecyl trimellitate, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).
Step 2: Proactiv Revitalizing Toner
Ingredients: water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate-20, hydroxyethylcellulose, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, methylparaben, propylparaben, imidazolidinyl urea, fragrance (parfum), blue 1, yellow 5.
Step 3: Proactiv Repairing Lotion
Active Ingredient: benzoyl peroxide 2.5%.
Inactive Ingredients: water (aqua), cyclomethicone, PEG-100 stearate, cetearyl alcohol, ethoxydiglycol, propylene glycol, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, panthenol, allantoin, carbomer, ceteareth-20, xanthan gum, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).
Active Ingredient: benzoyl peroxide 2.5%.
Inactive Ingredients: water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, propylene glycol, xanthan gum, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, disodium dimethicone copolyol sulfosuccinate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, polyethylene, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, tridecyl trimellitate, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).
Step 2: Proactiv Revitalizing Toner
Ingredients: water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate-20, hydroxyethylcellulose, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, methylparaben, propylparaben, imidazolidinyl urea, fragrance (parfum), blue 1, yellow 5.
Step 3: Proactiv Repairing Lotion
Active Ingredient: benzoyl peroxide 2.5%.
Inactive Ingredients: water (aqua), cyclomethicone, PEG-100 stearate, cetearyl alcohol, ethoxydiglycol, propylene glycol, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, panthenol, allantoin, carbomer, ceteareth-20, xanthan gum, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).
Proactiv vs. ClearPores
ClearPores Exfoliates Your Skin = No Pimples = No More Embarrassment
ClearPores has given particular attention to providing effective treatment of acne with no side effects and no benzoyl peroxide.The unique ClearPores system includes: 100% herbal supplements, deep skin wash and skin protection cream. While most skin products only address the acne visible on the skins surface, ClearPores 3-part system fights the acne bacteria at the root (inside) and from the outside.
You will feel great and not be worried about meeting new people - no more ugly spots on your face...imagine that...reduce redness, swelling and even scarring--and not have dry and flaky skin.
Serious skin care for people who are serious about getting rid of pimples.
For More Information
- ClearPores Official Website
- Which ClearPores System suits you?
- LovesMeSkin.Com
- Compare ClearPores to Acnezine and Vilantae.






