Choose Proactiv

As a blogger, acne became no.1 in my Hate List. Imagine the disappointment I feel whenever I have a new beauty product to try on but then, I also have a new pimple to treat. It may not be life threatening but it definitely affects my social life.

It all started when I was twelve. I got a pimple or two on my temple but that’s it. I didn’t take it seriously. When I started working and stress is all around me, I think it aggravated the whole situation. The peak point was during summer last year. I’m already in my 20’s and yet my acne is acting up like I’m a teenager. I was able to try a lot of over-the-counter treatments and yet nothing worked. In fact, it became worse. They kept coming back as if they’re seeking for revenge! I felt like zits were continuously attacking my face and the only weapon I had was my fringe – to cover them, at least.

Then I wondered, “What could be the cure for acne?” Sad to say, acne is not curable. But IT IS CONTROLLABLE. Once a person’s genetics, hormones and stress levels are at play, the only way to address its effects is to manage it. Yes, we cannot avoid having pimples but if you know how to maintain your skin well, acne can be prevented from coming back.
Acne forms when hormonally-triggered sticky sebum (oil from glands) combines with dead skin cells. As it builds up, the P. acnes, which are present on everyone’s skin, can get trapped in the clogged pores and multiply, causing infections under the surface. This can lead to inflammation, visible as red, raised, often swollen and sore lesions.
The process of acne is complicated. Even if you apply a strong medicine to dry out pimple may not work in the long run. There are a lot of acne treatments available in the market but most of them are reactive, often leave scars and dark spots on skin and do nothing to prevent future breakouts.
So I decided to choose Proactiv. With my busy schedule, it is the most convenient treatment for me as it only takes three simple steps. It has a cleanser, toner, and a lotion inside the kit.

It is mild and can be used on delicate skin. Unlike other products, Proactiv does not contain any harmful ingredients that cause irritation or further acne. It contains benzoyl peroxide as the main ingredient to kill acne-causing bacteria; glycolic acid and other exfoliants to reduce excess oil and dead skin cells; and natural botanical ingredients to soothe skin. 
My kit also contains a Refining Mask that speeds up the healing process and helps reduce pore size. Read my separate review about it here.
And the winner of this battle – IS ME! My skin cleared up fast as if it ate up all the bad crap on my face. Now, I know what could totally zap those zits and I can review as many beauty products as I can from now on without worrying about my skin. As of now, I continue using Proactiv to prevent acne occurrence.
Do you suffer from acne as well? Well then, take action yourself. Choose Proactiv!

You can get your own Proactiv kit online at Proactiv Philippines
For more info, please visit my.proactiv.com.ph/β€Ž

Last Updated on 8 years by Carizza


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32 responses to “Choose Proactiv”

  1. My Garbage Style

    Omg I wish I had that in Argentina, I could really use it as I'm a teenager and acne is often present, and I hate it!

    xoxo
    http://mygarbagestyle.blogspot.com

  2. I've heard a lot of good things about proactiv – I myself don't suffer from acne but pimple and oiliness from time to time. I wonder how this would work on me? #GIG

    http://www.themakeupkit.com

  3. weewww, good thing they're gone now~

  4. go ahead! I hope it works for you too!

  5. try proactiv and i hope it works well with you!

  6. try ordering online if not available in your country πŸ™‚

  7. Sana

    I've heard about this but I aint give it a try but from the fellow bloggers of my country this product is a HIT. I so want to give it a try xx

  8. Marisa (Polish Obsession)

    Glad it's worked well for you. #giglove

  9. Ileana

    I never needed to try these…. but they sound great! πŸ™‚

    giglove!

    xoxo

    Novelstyle

    Don't forget to check my & other stories giveaway ^^

  10. happy that it worked for you!! gig

  11. shasha sekharan

    I've always heard good things about proactiv, luckily ive never had bad acne, but I'm glad it works for you!

  12. Monica

    I don't know what happened, but I feel that I a developing more pimples recently. I have heard some positive and negative reviews for Proactiv so I need to think first – giglove

  13. I've heard a lot of good things about this brand but never really considered trying it back then because I rarely get acne. However, things aren't the same as before and I've been getting a few pimples because of testing skincare products so I might give this a try.

    Glad it worked for you btw! Thanks for the review! πŸ™‚

  14. thanks! try to avoid strongly scented skincare products too

  15. Proactiv has a moneyback guarantee. Do something now to prevent before it gets worse. πŸ™‚

  16. it worked for my sister too! I think I should also post her improvements πŸ™‚

  17. Porshia Mitra

    We don't have proactive here.. But I love my Clinique routine for my pimples.. I never got any pimple when I was a teenager.. n now I'm getting 1 or 2 eveyday!! πŸ™ -giglove

  18. Agata Pokutycka

    I am glad I never had this problem, but kids will be teens soon, so all may change

    GigLove

  19. I'm glad I dont really suffer from breakouts, but when I do, I only use Etude House Acne Solutions cause it works so effectively!

  20. marilovesgr33n

    I know what you mean and I love reading about acne products because I sometimes have the same problem. Anyway I've discovered that If I eat no cheese and low fat food my skin increase a lot. Give it a try for a period.
    xx
    mari

  21. Aww! That's why I hate trying different products to review e, but we can't do anything about it, we really need to review them! thanks for sharing this sis, I will try this in case I got loads of pimples to treat!

    GiG

  22. I have heard about this product soo much.. but soo scared to try it coz of the fact that its expensive out here. Now that I have read your article I wouldn't mind giving it a try πŸ™‚

    xx Chaicy – Style..A Pastiche!

    GIGLove

  23. yuhjiun

    I'm having acne problems too πŸ™ gotta try proactive one day! πŸ™‚

  24. Kajsa Josephine Andersen

    Got a few spots here and there, trying to change my sleep pattern, getting to bed earlier…hope that is gonna help!

  25. Nicol Wong

    ive seen this advertised in the uk now but i dont get acne so i think this is harsh on me.
    gig

  26. I used to have acne, but thanks to the doctor, it's cleared! though i highly suspect the cleanser he gave me was similar to proactive cos they smell about the same lol

  27. Ninaonthemoon

    i have never tried proactive, but i see it works for many! πŸ˜‰

  28. Beauty_Blogette

    Sorry to hear that you have problems with acne, but I'm glad that Proactiv products helped you. πŸ™‚

  29. candyzmakeuptreasures

    I might check that out. It’s great that it worked on you. giglove

  30. Natasha

    I've struggled with acne since I was a teenager as well. I did have the same results as you. I wish I did though! I've heard so many great reviews on it. GIG

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