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Proactiv® by Rodan and Fields is a popular household name today due to its aggressive marketing campaign. It is said to dramatically reduce acne outbreak. A host of celebrities have endorsed the Proactiv® system. However, we found that consumer-driven websites appear to be giving this product low scores in term sof its effectiveness, which may be an indicator of its overall quality. Our in-depth review of the product leads us to believe that it may be rated low because of the gimmicky celebrity endorsements, as well as the fact that it involves buying and regularly using 3 different products, an expensive and time-consuming venture.

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Bellaplex – Advanced Wrinkle Reduction & Prevention
Bellaplex is the most advanced face wrinkle reduction cream that we have ever come across. It contains the most powerful ingredients that have all been clinically proven to work hands down: Matrixyl 3000®, REAL & Fresh Collagen, Argireline®, and Hyaluronic Acid. The reason you never see these amazing ingredients in one formula is because it is very expensive to make and complicated to produce. The makers of Bellaplex price this fairly when all is considered and if you want results – start here. It also feels good on the skin and works beautifully under any make-up combination. Bellaplex has also won the prestigious BeautifulReview.com award two years running. The testimonials page on the official website is a mile long. The blog postings on this site have a very solid positive response rating. Have look at the postings – the customers say it all. Read a Full review of Bellaplex here.
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Nuphedrine® -- Burn More Calories per Day
NuPhedrine® has revolutionized the diet industry with its cutting-edge non-prescription formula. While other products may simply claim to provide results, NuPhedrine®’s makers can state with complete honesty that you WILL burn more calories per day. This claim is made possible because of the clinically proven ingredients included in this product’s formula. The only product of its kind, NuPhedrine® combines real South African Hoodia in the proven 20x strength, Patented Advantra-Z® and Slimaluma—the three most lauded and clinically proven weight loss ingredients on the market today. Never before has a product combined these three in such straightforward potency. With amazing before-and-after pictures from real customers, you will immediately want to purchase NuPhedrine® and get it shipped to your door as quickly as possible. And with a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee, there is no going wrong with this incredible product. Their customers love this product – check out the blog postings….they really say it all. We can safely recommend this product based on what the users have to report. Read a Full review of NuPhedrine here.
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Hydroleyes Under Eye Treatment
This is a unique product that serves a very distinct purpose – it gets rid of dark bags and circles under your eyes….and it achieves this very effectively. Their customers have very good things to say about the product and their positive blog posting ratio is very high. We like that Hydrolyze is not a bunch of random cosmetic ingredients, rather the two main ingredients are patented and clinically tested in double bind studies: Haloxyl® -- proven to reduce the leaked blood under the skin which gets rid of the dark circles & Matrixyl 3000® -- proven to decrease the lines around your eyes by 68%. This is the real deal and new customers can feel good about ordering from this company. Read a Full review of Hydroleyes here.
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MalibuBright® -- Immediate Teeth Whitening Without Bleach
Having stained or discolored teeth is not something any of us really want to deal with, but with so many options available to us, we may not quite know where to turn. Yet, this is all beginning to change, as the MalibuBright teeth whitening system has surfaced as a retail product with no real equal. This might seem like a strong statement to say that one teeth whitener is in a league of its own, but we mean what we say. The MalibuBright system comes with its own Brightening Gel, Deep Protection Rinse, Stain Lifting Spray, BrightBrush, and Instant Shine Trays, and this multifaceted program can be compared to no other. Read a Full review of MalibuBright here.
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Flex Mini® -- Get a Sexy, Shapely & Perky Butt In Just Weeks
Ladies it is time to get your sexy and shapely butt back! This is the first FDA cleared butt toning device we have seen of this kind. The Flex Mini® was designed to strengthen and tone the butt and upper backs of the thighs all without the need for strenuous exercise. We especially like that the Flex Mini® features varying degrees of intensity allowing you to progress all the way up to level 99 (the highest form of electronic stimulation.) The Flex Mini® does all the work so you don't have to. You will get a very effective workout without traditional exercising!! In fact – you can use it while surfing the internet, taking care of the kids, on the phone with friends, working, walking etc….talk about being all about multi-tasking. Most of us complain about not having the energy to exercise or simply not having the time because, well we don’t really like exercising in the first place. With this newly cleared technology, women are reporting more results and less excuses for “working out”. Read a Full review of Flex Mini here.
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Miracle Slim Wrap The At-Home Spa Quality Body Wrap
The Miracle Slim Wrap is an at home version of the SPA treatments that take inches off your problem areas in one session. This effective product works just as well as any SPA treatment and it is a fraction of the cost. Customers lose anywhere from 1-4 inches on a problem area that they use the Wrap on. It is not permanent weight loss, but it lasts for more than a day and with continuous use it definitely does work on those problem areas for long-term results. This is a great product for anyone that wants to look slimmer immediately: Going out on a date, a big event, a business meeting, going to the beach, vacations and so much more. The customers like it. Give the blogs a skim – it definitely is well received. Read a Full review of Miracle Slim Wrap here.
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Flex Belt: Rapid Stomach Toning Medical Technology
This scientifically advanced abs toning belt is probably the coolest invention ever made. It is FDA cleared for ‘toning, tightening, firming, and strengthening the abdominal muscles’. It is an electronic belt that you wear around your stomach and it flexes your stomach muscles for you. The results are 100% positive. They did a clinical study with a couple thousand participants and 100% of the people said that the belt worked for them. Through almost all viral marketing, The Flex Belt now has sold millions of units and they are growing fast. People are really liking this product because it is safe, never hurts your back like sit-ups can do and you can use it just about anywhere. People use The Flex Belt while walking, running, working, reading, watching TV, doing house choirs, and so much more. This is a not a gimmick – it works. The customers are definitely satisfied. Check out their postings. Read a Full review of Flex Belt here.
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Besoplex® – Fuller Lips Immediately & Permanently
This advanced lip technology impresses anyone that uses it. Check out the blog posting on our site to see how much the customers like it – or take am look at their endless testimonials page on their official website. It serves two functions: 1) an immediate plumping effect that works within 5 minutes and delivers a noticeable increase in lip size/pout & 2) it delivers REAL collagen into the lips for a long-term permanent increase in lip size – it is safe to apply every day to achieve these results. We like that the immediate effect has no burning sensation and the real collagen is a huge bonus you can’t find easily. This product is worth looking at… Read a Full review of Besoplex here.
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Slim10® - 10 Patented Weight Loss Ingredients
Slim 10® is perhaps the most complete formulated capsule we have ever reviewed. Women are reporting that its combination of 10 different patented ingredients may be the key to this weight loss products success. We found Slim 10® to contain only clinically proven ingredients including the superstar pure Hoodia, from South Africa. However, it's not only Hoodia that makes this formula so effective. We especially like that the official website provides clinical studies for all the contained weight loss heavy hitters. If you try just one diet capsule this year, Slim 10® is certainly one to consider. Read a Full review of Slim 10 here.
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Flex Arms: Bicep & Tricep Electronic Muscle Toning
Thanks to the Flex Arms®, ladies will no longer need to worry about working your Bicep and Tricep muscles so you can feel confident in sleeveless tops and dresses. As many women know, the arms are a difficult problem area to keep attractive because it usually needs exercise like weight training, pilates or yoga, and a lot of woman are too busy to fit these things into their day – or just not motivated to do it. What we love about The Flex Arms® is that it definitely allows you to sculpt your arms without ever picking up a weight! Like the other innovative products in the Flex® line of products, Flex Arms® utilizes cutting edge EMS technology that gently flexes your muscles in a way that emulates weight lifting. Their customers love this product – make sure and check out the blog postings here on the site. Read a full review of Flex Arms here.
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HoodiaP57® -- Pure 20X Strength Certified Hoodia
HoodiaP57 is the absolute best, entirely Hoodia based weight loss capsule we have ever seen. What truly separates this product from the copy cats, is that it has been formulated to 20X active strength, providing users with the most Hoodia per capsule you can find - anywhere. We especially like that the capsule contains a 100% certified, Hoodia directly from South Africa. Late night and in between meal snacking can be the down fall for many of us. Right now, there are numerous weight loss products on the market that are targeted for those seeking extra energy at the gym or at work - however its these extra ingredients that can sometimes keep people awake at night. This formula is stimulant free - meaning that it focuses entirely on that problem we all have, snacking. Read a Full review of Hoodia P57 here.
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Flex Enervive® - Electronic Full-Body Muscle Toning
Now you can tone, tighten and strengthen your stomach, butt, legs, biceps, triceps, shoulders and calves without breaking a sweat. As the need to shape and tone muscles continues to plague most woman, the emergence of the Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) product known as Flex Enervive® hits the market with a huge bang. The makers of the Flex® range of products have made a name for themselves as the leader in the world of EMS products. Until now the Flex® range has been units that focus on one particular body part. Flex Enervive® is their new full body toning product that uses EMS. EMS is a technique that has been used in a wide variety of disciplines, including professional athletics, chiropractic and physical and massage therapies. While it seems almost unbelievable, the Flex® range of products are able to provide effective muscle toning results to various body parts without the need for exercise. Flex Enervive® works nearly every muscle group with calculated electronic pulses. We recommend checking out the blog postings here on the site, because the current customers all seem thrilled with their tighter bodies. Read a full Flex Enervive Review Here.
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Cleanse Patch® -- Remove Toxins from Your Body Overnight
This detox foot patch called the Cleanse Patch® is the most effective detox product we have ever seen. Take a look at their incredible positive posting score from their customers….people love this product. It is an all natural patch you wear on your foot that according to Asian Scientists effectively and immediately extracts heavy metals and other forms of toxins from your system while you sleep. It is reported that you will see the morning after you wear the first patch that it has turned completely dark. People that use detox patches write of their feelings of increased energy and vitality, reduced stress and anxiety, improved immune system, enhanced mental focus and concentration, improved circulation, un-interrupted sleep, relief from headaches and migraines, and relief from pain and aches. Cleanse Patch uses a very high concentration process on the main ingredients and only needs to be used for 5 days as opposed to other products that need 4-6 weeks. We definitely recommend reading the postings about this one… Read a Full review of Cleanse Patch here.
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Hydroxatone 4 Step System
This award winning 4-step system has been reviewed and praised in just about every major publication out there. It consists of an anti-wrinkle AM/PM cream, a Milk-Based Gentle Cleanser, Lift Face-Lift Pads, and a Balancing Toner. This is a quality all around system that covers it all. Their customers have great things to say about them….not only on their official website, but also on the blog postings. Read a Full review of Hydroxatone here.
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Cleanse RX® - Immediate Colon Cleanse Weight Loss
Colon cleansing has become one of the most popular ways of loosing weight and staying healthy. However searching for the most effective product available, is not something many people want to go through. CleanseRX® has scored very well and is a system that is more complete than any others we have reviewed. Not being able to adequately and naturally digest food is something that CleanseRX® is advertised to help with. We like that CleanseRX® features a two part method that works on flushing out the colon of clogged build up and then goes on to insure that the body remains in an optimal state. Phase One of CleanseRX® works as you would imagine, to cleanse the body of undigested waste. Phase Two supplies needed nutrients including: Amino Acids, Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics to help you better process the foods you eat daily. Many have reported how much more energy they have with CleanseRX®. Read a Full review of Cleanse Rx here.
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Revive Back® -- Relieve Lower Back Pain Instantly
With back pain continuing to be a problem for people everywhere, the advent of the Revive Back system is cause for rejoicing. This amazing device is changing the way people deal with the pain associated with lower back problems, sciatica, migraines, arthritis, and the like. That is because the Revive Back is an ultra lightweight lumbar support belt that offers TENS technology. TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation, and it is a medical grade pain relief technology. Read a Full review of Revive Back here.
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TurboZymes® - Digestive Enzymes for Enhanced Digestion of Food
Ladies, no matter what you do, you need to read the blog postings here on the site about this product. TurboZymes® are becoming very popular. They are powerful digestive enzymes that help you digest your food more optimally than you would on your own. When your food is digested properly, you have much more energy and feel lighter. The best part is that most people who take TurboZymes® lose weight, because their bodies are processing their meals more efficiently so the food doesn’t have time to turn into stored fat. We highly recommend checking this one out. Read a Full review of Read a Full review of Turbozymes here.
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Breast Actives - Non Surgical Breast Enlargement
Many of us are self conscious about our bust lines. Breast Actives is unlike any other product we have ever come across and the blog response has only affirmed that. We found Breast Actives can naturally help users develop fuller, even firmer breast without the need for surgery! We appreciate that women now have a choice as Breast Actives is available without a prescription. The product has been voted as the number one breast enhancement system on the market and comes complete with a money back guarantee. Read a Full review of Breast Actives here.
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Freshology -- America's New #1 Fresh Delivery Meal Plan
Freshology is an awesome fresh food delivery program that has been wildly successful in helping celebrities and consumers lose weight. The Freshology program is extremely attractive, in our opinion. Gourmet, calorie-controlled meals with fine ingredients are cooked fresh and delivered to your front door twice a week. These meals have been developed by chefs, contain no preservatives, employ no artificial sweeteners and have not been frozen, shrink wrapped or dehydrated! Read a full Freshology Review Here.
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Instyler -- Rotating Hot Iron Hair Straightener
Easy to use and versatile, the InStyler is reported by users as appropriate for all hair types, lengths and textures. The InStyler is the one tool we have found that allows styling in dozens of different ways that no flat iron or curling iron ever could. Beautiful hair is easier than most think. Users have enjoyed that the InStyler costs less than most professional styling tools, that only perform one styling function. The level of creativity the device allows is unmatched in the industry. First came the ion and ceramic flat irons, now comes the InStyler! Customers love this product – give the blogs a skim – it is definitely well received. Read a Full review of InStyler here.
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Face Disc – Lauren Hutton’s Advanced Makeup that Lets You Glow
Ladies, if you use makeup all the time, then you know all about the heavy, artificial, barely-breathable feeling of having to cake it on day in and day out. These days, on the beauty market, finally there are a handful of companies that are finding ways to avoid these unnatural and burdensome pitfalls or wearing makeup. Read a Full review of Face Disc here.
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Luminess Air™ -- The At Home Airbrush Makeup System
Finally an at home airbrush makeup system that provides the same quality professional makeup artists deliver. This is a good product and it is priced very fair. If you want that perfect glow like the stars have on magazine covers, this product is worth trying. The current customers speak favorably about this one – it is worth reading the blog postings for sure. Read a Full review of Luminess Air here.
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Healthy Pores - Women’s ACNE Treatment
For many otherwise attractive women, acne is the sole obstacle to looking and feeling beautiful and confident. For women in particular, clear, smooth skin is an essential aspect of beauty. While acne is certainly devastating for men as well, a certain degree of “roughness” is generally expected in male skin, and is not considered contrary to cultural notions of “masculinity. Read a Full review of Healthy Pores here.
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HoodiaBites
HoodiaBites is one product we can get very excited about. This chewable form of 500mg of pure Hoodia features a great flavor and is by design, ultra portable! HoodiaBites are said to be very much like a candy and the makers use one of the highest concentrations of the Hoodia Cactus we have seen. One of the advantages to chews is the fact that may feel it is a more direct way for absorption. Additionally, the idea of being able to snack on a chew, at anytime, is more pleasing than just taking another diet capsule. The chewable bites are described as similar in texture to taffy and provide lasting natural appetite suppression. We were pleased to find that each chew is only a few calories and can be taken throughout the day to curb hunger on any diet. The product has done very well on the blogs and many are talking about the immediate effects and good taste. Read a Full review of HoodiaBites here.
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Slim Shot – Effervescent Drinks for Every Diet
Slim Shot from England is now available in the United States! We first saw this formula on a trip and wished it was sold here. The design of the formula is what makes it so unique. Slim Shots use three individual effervescent packets - that you simply add to water. People report the product is very portable as you can take it with you on the go - anywhere. The 3 formulas are shaped to be taken around your normal day: Morning, Afternoon and Evening. The morning packet provides a pick me up and energy boost, while the afternoon makes sure to keep hunger at bay. The third part, the night time packet, works as a thermogenic to reduce body fat. We like that the evening formula was thoughtfully designed and contains no stimulants, guaranteeing a good nights rest. Everyone always says drink more water, with this product you can now enjoy the taste as well as the added benefits all day and all night long. This one is worth checking out and has gotten may positive posts. Read a Full review of Slim Shot here.

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Madeline: Took about two weeks to see results and my skin actually looked worse before it got better. I had to experiment to figure out how often to use it to keep my skin from drying out too much but also stay clear. For me, I follow all three steps everymorning but only use the cleanser and toner at night. My face stays clear all the time unless I skip a day. Great stuff! Really works!

Ella: Proactive is obviously good for acne, but I think my skin is evolving out of this. I still get breakouts sometimes but I am also getting lines and some wrinkles so I need a system or product line that can help that specific need. my daughter uses proactive and its great for young people but for me it is no longer the correct solution for my skin health and beauty needs.

Hadley: Thank God for proactive, my skin was a hot mess for years until I came across this stuff in a vending machine at the mall. My skin is clear, a little dry, yes, but I prefer that to blotchy, spotty and erupting.

Maya: My son is in high school and his skin is getting worse and worse, I don’t want to put him on any prescription meds, heard they have terrible side effects, so do you think this Proactive would be ok for him? It’s such a sensitive subject, I don’t even know how to give him this…leave it on his pillow or something? He’s just a mess.

Addie: I’m 30 years old, and I have broken out skin and wrinkles! It is totally unfair! I hear everybody saying how Proactive dries out their skin, which I need in places, but in others? All ready dry and getting lines I truly hate! My question is, can I use the Proactive all over my face, and then use a moisturizer? Or would that defeat the purpose of the whole thing? This is not a fun skin time!

Brit: I appreciate what Proactiv does for people with truly bad skin but mine is just not that bad. Unpredictable, but not terrible. I tried it, I thought meh, now I am looking for some high end pretty products and hopefully just some clean and clear will keep the breakouts at bay.

Mary: ProActive has just about saved my daughter’s life, and I mean that sincerely, she was so broken out she’d stay in her room and cry and sometimes I couldn’t even get her to go to school, she said she just felt too ugly. But she’s on the Proactive now, has been for the last month, and her skin is looking new and refreshed, I think she’s beautiful again! She does too, her confidence is coming back, and she’s talking about trying out for cheerleading, something she would never have even considered just a short while ago. So I’m all for this product, it gave my little girl her life back!

Katie: I have to give proactive a mild thumbs down. Sorry. I didn’t like it. It made my skin sting and I traded light acne for dry red patches. it was yucky.

Coleen: My daughter was on Acutane, let me tell you, that’s some scary stuff. One cycle of it cleared her skin in an amazing way, but you have to lay off it for months in between treatments, that’s how strong it is. So would Proactive be ok for her when she’s not taking the Acutane? Seems like she’s got to keep this under control at all times if she wants to have a life of any sort, and I’m looking for something for her that she can use for a long time.

bella: I can only use ProActive maybe every other day, otherwise it’s just too drying, but it seems to keep my very mild acne under control, it’s a hard balance to find though, between the dryness and the breakouts….

Abbey: Found the Proactive to be too harsh for me, maybe this is for people who have REALLY bad skin, I mean prescription time skin, and I’m not in that category, hope I never will be, this is a bit too tough for me, after only using it a couple of times a lot of the skin on my face just peeled right off! Don’t need that intense a treatment, and it took a lot of aloe to get me back to where I was in the first place!

Madeline: Sounds like the Proactive would be about right for me, but I’m a little worried about what I’ve been reading today, sounds like it might be a bit too harsh, but I’m going to try it, the price isn’t that bad, and I’ll just use less of it than it says. Will let you know!

Luna: I think Proactive face wash is good, but it would’nt be all I use. I al always looking for a light moisturizer that works for my combo skin. Suggestions?

Georgina: My daughter went about ballistic when the results of using Proactive for just a week made her face so red she looked like she’d been cooked on a hot griddle! Please be careful with this, it’s quite strong, and the results don’t start showing up right away. She won’t come out of her bedroom and I’m leaving sandwiches outside her door. Be careful!

Hessie: I like it that I can control the Proactive, sometimes I don’t use the toner at all, and when you see you’re getting too dry, you can skip a wash for a day or two. You just have to fool around with it until you figure out what combination is best for you, and then it works really good.

Maureen: thumbs down for Proactive. It’s all celebrity hyped but it’s basically like the sea breeze toner from the 1980’s. Too astringent and mediciney.

Anna: When we were kids all we had was plain old Clearasil, remember that? It had that funny smell and you could get toned or clear? And you only put it on the spots that needed it, and they got all dried out, and then they were gone. I think this Proactive is too gimmicky, and I don’t see why kids can’t be satisfied with the simple things in life, instead of thinking, like my daughter does, that she needs to have all these expensive products. I’m a bit miffed.

Alicia: My mom bought me Proactive, and first I didn’t know whether I should be mad at her or not, but she’s just trying to help me, you know? And now I have to give her extra hugs because this has helped my skin a whole lot, I’m telling my friends about it when they ask why my skin is like, so great all of a sudden? Sometimes we don’t get along, my mom and me, but she really came through with this one, I have to give it to her for that.

Sherry: there are many interesting and worthy opinions here, I thank you. I have been wondering for a while if Proactive is right for me. I am still researching but I feel like I have heard what real people think and that helps me to make a good decision.

Jennifer: Been using the Proactive for a couple of weeks, don’t think the results are all that good so far, I’m still breaking out and my skin looks kind of flakey, but I’m going to continue with it for another week or so, and see if it doesn’t finally do what it says it will, I’ve still got hope before I switch to something else, mainly because I don’t know what to try next??!!!

Love: I think Proactive is okay for what it is but it isn’t for me. I like something nicer.

Mari: Proactive has really helped me get my skin together. I would have looked awful for graduation otherwise. Yay!

Hadley: My skin broke out something awful after I had my baby, I guess it was all the hormones changing around again, one more time! Proactive helped me get back to my prepregnancy skin and that was really important to me, God knows it’s taking me a lot longer to get my body back! One step at a time, I guess.

Grace: I bought the whole kit and caboodle of proactiv about a year ago for my daughter. she stopped using most products so I started using them and I am surprised at how nice they are on my skin. I usually go for high end fancy lady products but maybe I needed to simplify. I have no blemishes and my skin just looks…bright. I give this a thumbs up.

Marisol: Procactive skin care is a bit strong for me to use all over my face, I have combination skin, but I find if I just use it in the T-Zone, it’s fine, it’s only when I get it around my eyes and mouth that I get in trouble, I have to be careful with it, but I have to say my skin’s looking nice and balanced.

Aggie: I gave this to my grand daughter for graduation from the 8th grade, that child is growing up WAY too fast and her poor skin is going to get her into trouble if she doesn’t start paying attention to it right away, and I thought that the Proactive would be a good way to get her started on her very own beauty regime, it will certainly change over time, heaven help us all! but she needs to get used to the idea of caring for her face, no matter how old she is, that’s the hard cold facts of it.

Beatriz: My skin is super oily, Proactive is helping control that, my mom was right when she told me to use this, I guess she does know about some things, God only knows she spends enough on her own skin, all the time, something new, this is all I want for now.

Morgan: I am surprised there are so many positive reviews for proactive written by adults. I mean, this sort of thing is fine for blemish ridden children but I am a full grown woman and I need something elegant with the finest ingredients in a jar that fits in with my decor.

Nora: Who knew at 41 I’d have broken out skin? Does that mean that menopause is headed my way? I’ve heard that’s one of the symptoms, oh, great, no more hormones and I’ll look like a teen-ager, but only the pimples? What a bad deal women have, anyway, I’m using my daughter’s Proactive, it’s getting my skin under control, it’s not anything I EVER imagined we’d be sharing!

Alice: Proactive is great for kids, what I need is a wrinkle cream, I’ve got lines over and under my lines and that’s what I want to talk about! My face is becoming prune like, against all the laws of science…

Amy: What’s up with this Proactive? I can’t believe my daughter actually likes something I bought for her, and we’re actually talking about how she feels about herself, maybe Proactive is a dialogue builder between teen and adult? Is it because I was concerned about her and now she knows it? Whatever the reason, she’s looking gratefully in my direction, instead of her usual sneery glares, this is a good thing that’s come of a simple helpful product that I gave her. Amazing.

Taylor: My mom is very cool to have bought me this Proactive, but how can I tell her I don’t like it? I know she’s only trying to help, but this stuff is killing my skin! Hope she can find me something else, I sure need to get myself together by Prom, and it’s practically right here, won’t matter what kind of dress I have if I have to wear a hood over my face.

Vicki: Proactive is better than most of the other stuff my dad’s found me at RiteAid, I know he’s trying, but I sure wish my mom were still around more, don’t know why she had to move to Costa Rica with that creepy guy, my dad really hates him, I could use her right about now, she was only thinking about herself.

Gretle: That isn’t my real name, but I’m a little embarrassed to even be on this site, I hope you ladies that are out there are some of you my age, I tried Proactive, and it was ok, but I want my mom to take me to the doctor’s to get my skin under control, and how do I tell her that this stuff she bought me is not strong enough, I guess if she were paying attention she could see that, I look hideous, and this is not enough to do me any good.

HelloKitty: I’m only 14, probably shouldn’t even be on here, but I wanted you to know that ProActive is good for kids, I’m ok now, it’s great.

Nicola: This works well for me, i have had heaps of compliments since using proactive

Regina Balvanz: I like Proactive. I have oily skin so I really didn’t have any issues with drying but I did have to use a store bought cleanser before using their cleanser because it doesn’t remove make-up very well. The best part of the system is the mask. If I dab it on a pimple at night it really help shrink it or make it go away completely. If I pick at a pimple (sometimes I can’t resist), I can put this on the area and it keeps it from swelling. A word of caution: Don’t apply the toner after removing the mask. The sulfer emits a rotten egg smell.

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Proactiv

The Proactiv® Combination Therapy® System is a 3-Step regimen that is said to “clear and help prevent breakouts.” As such, the focus is more on clearing the skin from acnes; the alleged “dermatologist developed system” does not purport to specifically aid with wrinke reduction and formation. Proactiv®, which is said to be developed by Drs. Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields, has been a popular name lately. Its marketing strategy involves numerous celebrities.

However, we believe it may be too much hassle to follow any multi-step regimen that is so expensive. Furthermore, we believe that when it comes to reducing the visible signs of aging, there may be better ingredients out there than what is included in Proactiv® Combination Therapy® System. Therefore, we will take a look at Proactiv®, and at such topical applications in general, to conclude whether or not it may be capable of doing the wonderful things it promises to.

 Products at a Glance
The products are divided into 3 steps, which actually involves the following: Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner, and Repairing Lotion, to be used in that order. The Renewing Cleanser contains prescription grade Benzoyl Peroxide that is said to penetrate pores and “attacks and heals blemishes fast.” The Revitalizing Cleanser is supposed to remove dead skin cells. Lastly, the Repairing Lotion again contains Benzoyl Peroxide and is again supposed to “heal blemishes and help prevent new ones.”

 Products in Focus
It may be worth noting that since the manufacturer dabbles in so many skincare products, it may be confusing for people to know what to choose from. It seems that Proactiv® offers a confusing array of “steps” that may merely be a disguise to promote numerous formulas. Furthermore, close inspection of these formulas revealed that the manufacturer could easily have combined their proven elements into one hassle-free formula.

For instance, Benzoyl Peroxide is featured prominently in both the Renewing Cleanser and the Repairing Lotion. Sadly, none of the formulas contain Collagen, Argireline® or Matrixy-3000®, scientifically proven ingredients. Furthermore, Proactiv® also suggests that users to buy some of their other products, like Daily Oil Control, which is said to “enhance” the 3-step regimen described above.

 Lifestyle
As we age, the production of Collagen by our bodies also starts decreasing. As a result, our skins start looking old and flaky and wrinkles start to form. However, advances in science have found ways to reduce such wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin tone. Scientifically advanced ingredients like, Matrixyl 3000® have been specially formulated to boost natural production of Collagen by the body. Using such a product regularly may lead to a naturally healthy skin. Therefore, it may be a better idea to take up such a product in lieu of multi-step, expensive and celebrity-fueled fad products like Proactiv®.

 Positives
• Offers topical applications in the form of skin creams
• Manufacturer has official online presence


 Negatives
• Does not contain Collagen or Sodium Hyaluronate
• Is a multi-step “therapy” system for acne reduction
• Seems to have many dissatisfied users calling it a “hype”
• May not do anything to meaningfully reduce wrinkle formation


 Final Thoughts
We do believe that the holistic approach is good for overall skin health. However, it depends on how far we are willing to go in believing fad celebrity endorsements. The real results and the real testimonials will be those coming from real users. In our extensive review of such user comments, we found that the Proactiv® line fails to be impressive.

In the end, we believe that choosing a skin rejuvenating cream is chiefly about the ingredients and customer service. The best products will definitely have ingredients that have been proven to not only lubricate and exfoliate the skin but to also actively eliminate dead cells, thereby reducing the flaking. We have found that beauty creams with Collagen and ingredients like Matrixyl 3000® fare consistently well among real users. Thus, trying such a product, which may also come with free trials and an effective return policy may be an excellent choice.