Proactiv - Is it really that good.

Proactiv has quickly become a well known topical acne system since it was introduced by its creators, two Stanford trained dermatologists, only eight years ago. Many satisfied celebrities endorse Proactiv, including Sean Combs, Jessica Simpson, Kelly Clarkson, Paulina Rubio, Vanessa Williams and Serena Williams. That's what helped it to become a well known treatment for acne. This lineup of endorsements shows that Proactiv works well for adult acne, teen acne and black skin acne problems.

Proactiv follows the traditional three step method of cleansing your skin, using gentle products that contain a low concentration of benzoyl peroxide to fight P.Acnes, the bacteria that causes blemishes to erupt. Products in the Proactiv system include:

Renewing Cleanser. The cleanser gently washes away dirt and exfoliates dead skin cells so that benzoyl peroxide can more easily penetrate the pores of your skin.

Revitalizing Toner. The toner softens and soothes your skin, removes impurities that clog your pores and contains no alcohol so it is suitable for dry or sensitive skin as well as oily skin.

Repairing Lotion. A light, oil-free lotion is the final step of this program. The lotion moisturizes and combats acne with a unique combination of benzoyl peroxide and panthenol, a B vitamin acne treatment.

Refining Mask. The Proactiv acne masks perfectly supplement the three step system and have sulfur to really lift impurities out of your skin while improving the texture.

Oil-Free Moisture with SPF 15. It is essential to protect acne prone skin from the sun – getting a tan to control acne is a myth because it actually aggravates the condition while it harms your skin. The oil free moisture is light and protects your skin against the sun.

Daily Oil Control. If you use acne cosmetics such as CoverBlend or Neutrogena, you will want to try the daily oil control to keep makeup from streaking and keep your skin balanced.

An alternative to proactive is the ClearPores Acne Skincare System which has proven to be very effective in treating different types of acne and maintaining a healthy complexion.