Use Proactive Solution

Treatment options like Proactive Solution can help manage acne and reduce breakouts.[1] Proactive works by removing dead skins cells and impurities which can clog the pores in your face, and reducing redness and swelling associated with acne outbreaks. Knowing how to use Proactive, either as a treatment or as a preventative measure, may help manage outbreaks without irritating skin.

Steps

Understanding Proactive

  1. Understand what Proactive is. Proactive is a three-step acne treatment system:
    • The first step is cleansing and exfoliating your face. The active ingredient, benzoyl peroxide (BPO), unplugs pores and kills bacteria.
    • The second step is targeting pores to treat existing acne and prevent future breakouts. It uses BPO to prevent oil production inside pores and kill the acne causing bacteria.
    • The third step is a hydrating lotion to treat skin while delivering acne medication where you need it most. The active ingredient, salicylic acid, promotes clean pores by allowing dead skin cells to slough off. This results in smaller pores and healthier skin.
  2. Know where to buy Proactive. Proactive is sold online at www.proactive.com. A one month supply of Proactive retails for $29.95.
  3. Understand whom Proactive works best for. Proactive is designed for men and women from adolescence through adulthood with mild to moderate acne or hormone-induced outbreaks of acne.[2] Proactive may also reduce redness, oily shine, and balance uneven skin tone.[3]
    • It can take four to six weeks before Proactive users see results.[4]
    • Some users may experience sensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, two of the active ingredients in Proactive products. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include itching, swelling and redness of the face or throat, hives, or difficulty breathing.[5]
    • In case of an allergic reaction, users should immediately discontinue use and seek medical assistance.

Cleansing Your Skin

  1. Pull your hair back away from your face. If you have long hair, you'll want to keep it from getting in the way while cleaning your face.
  2. Dampen your face with lukewarm water. This is an important first step, as applying facial cleanser onto dry skin may cause irritation.
    • Using hot water may dry out your skin. Lukewarm is the ideal temperature to clean your face without causing irritation.[6]
  3. Use your hands to apply the Skin-Smoothing Exfoliator. Do not use a washcloth, as this can irritate your skin. Scrubbing your skin with the exfoliator may also irritate your skin.[7]
    • Use a small amount of exfoliator - about a coin-sized portion will be sufficient.
    • Gently massage the exfoliator into your skin for two to three minutes.
  4. Wash your face with lukewarm water. Be sure to wash away all of the Skin-Smoothing Exfoliator, as leftover exfoliator may dry out your skin.[8]
  5. Gently dab your face dry with a soft towel. For best results, avoid using a rough towel and do not scrub too roughly. Treat your newly-exfoliated skin gently.
  6. Use Proactive Skin-Smoothing Exfoliator twice a day. Morning and evening work best to stay on schedule. It's best not to use facial wash more than twice a day, as doing so may cause dry, irritated skin.[9]

Using Pore-Targeting Treatment

  1. Wash your hands before applying products to your skin. You want to minimize spreading bacteria from your hands to your face.
  2. Use two or more pumps of Pore-Targeting Treatment lotion. You want to be sure that you're using enough to cover your entire face.
  3. Apply with your fingers to cover your face. The lotion contains benzoyl peroxide, a safe and popular treatment for mild to moderate cases of acne and skin blemishes.[10] You want to apply enough treatment lotion that it completely covers your face without leaving a gooey residue.
  4. Let your face air dry. Do not wash off the Pore-Targeting Treatment lotion. Let it completely dry before moving on to the third phase of Proactive treatment.[11]
  5. Use Pore-Targeting Treatment lotion twice daily. It can be used immediately after the Skin-Smoothing Exfoliator every morning and evening.

Applying Complexion-Perfecting Hydrator

  1. Measure out a coin-sized amount of hydrator. You can use more hydrator if you have a lot of dry skin.
  2. Use your hands to gently apply hydrator across your face. The Complexion-Perfecting Hydrator is made with salicylic acid, a common acne-treatment medication that prevents pimple-growth and skin blemishes.[12] The salicylic acid is also paired with a moisturizing component that reduces redness and soothes irritated skin without leaving a greasy residue.[13]
  3. Allow Complexion-Perfecting Hydrator to air dry. Do not wash hydrator off your face.
  4. Use Complexion-Perfecting Hydrator twice daily. It can be used in conjunction with Skin-Smoothing Exfoliator and Pore-Targeting Treatment every morning and evening.

Tips

  • Do not pick your skin! This will only spread acne and it will increase healing time.
  • Talk to your doctor before using Proactive if you have very sensitive skin or other skin conditions.
  • Use the treatment everyday. Skipping days may reduce its efficacy.
  • It may take four to six weeks to begin seeing results. In that time, it is important to continue using Proactive Solution everyday. In severe cases, it may take up to eight weeks to see results.[4]
  • You can also use another moisturizer after the repairing lotion if your skin feels dry.
  • Use white pillows and washcloths because benzoyl peroxide can bleach fabrics.

Warnings

  • Make sure you pull your hair away from your face so it doesn't get bleached. Wash any hair that has come into contact with face wash as soon as possible.
  • AVOID contact to the eyes.
  • You should always test for skin allergies before you use any acne treatment products.
  • See your doctor or dermatologist if your acne is not getting better after 6-8 weeks or if you have deep cysts or scars from acne.
  • Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding before using Proactive.


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Sources and Citations

  1. ↑ http://www.proactiv.com/faqs.html#My_skin_is_looking_clear_Do_I_have_to_keep_using_Proactiv+_twice a_day_every_day
  2. ↑ http://www.proactiv.com/faqs.html#Who_is_Proactiv+_designed_for
  3. ↑ http://www.proactiv.com/faqs.html#What_kinds_of_skincare_concerns_does_Proactiv+_address
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 http://www.proactiv.com/faqs.html#When_will_I_see_results_with_Proactiv+
  5. ↑ http://www.drugs.com/mtm/salicylic-acid-topical.html
  6. ↑ http://www.womenshealthmag.com/beauty/how-to-wash-your-face
  7. ↑ https://www.aad.org/dermatology-a-to-z/health-and-beauty/general-skin-care/face-washing-101
  8. ↑ http://magazine.foxnews.com/style-beauty/7-common-mistakes-you-make-when-washing-your-face
  9. ↑ http://www.menshealth.com/grooming/how-often-wash-face
  10. ↑ http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601026.html
  11. ↑ http://www.proactiv.com/how-to-use-proactiv.html
  12. ↑ http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a607072.html
  13. ↑ http://www.proactiv.com/acne-three-step-system.html
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