Background
When reviewing acne products the first acne product in our line up just had to be Proactiv. With a string of celebrity endorsements, and thousands of happy customers, Proactive is by far one of the best known acne products on the market today.

The Proactiv system was created by dermatologists to prevent pimples before they start to form. The full face treatment does not target zits specifically, but uses prescription-grade benzoyl peroxide to safely remove dirt, unclog pores and attack pimple-causing bacteria.

Specifically, Proactiv offers the following…

A powerful 3-Step System to Cleanse, Tone and Repair
A Complete Acne Therapy System
A formulation created by 2  Stanford-Trained Dermatologists
And, a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee

Ingredients
The Proactiv System uses 3 products to help you achieve a clear complexion: a Renewing Cleanser, Revitalizing Toner and Repairing Lotion.

The active ingredient in the Renewing Cleanser is a finely milled, prescription-grade benzoyl peroxide. Used as a staple of acne treatments for more than 80 years, benzoyl peroxide works by destroying the bacteria P. Acnes which is responsible for causing acne. The Renewing Cleanser uses a concentration of 2.5% benzoyl peroxide in its formula.

The Revitalizing Toner is a water based formula that removes dead skin, unclogs pores and eliminates excessive oil on your face. Our Acne in Review Treatment team was excited to see that the Proactiv Toner does not include harsh alcohol that can strip your face of its natural moisture and cause irritation. The Revitalizing Toner relies on water, glycolic acid and witch hazel among other ingredients.

As with the Renewing Cleanser, the Repairing Lotion contains a 2.5% formula of benzoyl peroxide.

Website
The Proactiv website has it all! When our Acne in Review Treatment team visited, we discovered a comprehensive site that contains multiple pages explaining the Proactiv system as well as acne in general.

With soft colors and navigation bars along the top and side of the screen, the site is easy to get around. There is also a live chat option in case you get stuck or have any questions. But with the comprehensive FAQs and resource articles, it doesn’t look like much is missing!

Lifestyle
With a laundry list of celebrity clients, Proactiv’s greatest claim to fame is all the famous faces the system has helped clear up. We’re sure you’ve seen the ads with Jessica Simpson, right? Well, on the Proactiv website, she is joined by Alyssa Milano, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Love Hewitt and many more who share their personal stories.

But Proactiv is not just for the stars! A comprehensive gallery of real stories shows dramatic before and after photos of regular users all across the country. Our Acne Treatment team was happy to see Proactiv back up their claims with real case studies.

Pros
Proactiv offers an impressive 60-day money back guarantee. If the 3-step system doesn’t work for you, just return the bottles for a full refund minus shipping and handling charges. This great offer applies even if the bottles are empty.

All customers through the Proactiv website are automatically enrolled in The Clear Skin Club. This club gives you access to special pricing on all other Proactiv products. You’ll receive 25% off any other purchase from their catalog.

Members also receive 2 free bonuses with their initial shipment. You’ll receive either a Refining Mask OR a Green Tea Moisturizer. Your other bonus is a Face the Facts Guide which answers all your acne questions. Together, the bonuses are worth $37!

Cons
Acne Treatment wants our readers to know that when they order the Proactiv system, they will be enrolled in an automatic shipment program. A new supply of Proactiv will be sent to you every 60 days at a cost of $39.95 plus $5.99 shipping and handling.

Tricks
As of this Acne in Review Treatment team write-up, Proactiv is offering a 2 for 1 deal with special pricing. In addition, for a limited time, all orders come with a free travel kit containing 1oz bottles of the entire 3-Step system in a handy travel bag (a $16.95 value).

The basic 3-Step system is available for $39.95 or a one month trial can be purchased for $19.95. Other options include a 4-Piece Oil Control System or a 4-Piece Moisture System for $49.95. For that customer that wants it all, the 5-Piece Deluxe system is the best value at $59.95 (retail price $133).

Shipping is either $5.99 for standard FedEx or $17.99 for 2 day shipping. The site advertises a free shipping upgrade if you complete your order today!