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Just 3 Steps 2X A Day = Clear, Radiant Skin

Proactiv Solution is designed to be used consistently for best results.

Renewing Cleanser

Apply twice daily, morning and night. Treat your whole face. Apply a small (dime-sized) amount to dampened skin and gently massage with fingertips for 1 to 2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat dry and follow with Step 2 (Revitalizing Toner). If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If going outside, use a sunscreen.

Revitalizing Toner

Apply to cleansed skin with a cotton ball or pad, morning and night as needed. Allow toner to dry and follow with Step 3. If going outside, use a sunscreen. If irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use and consult a doctor.

Repairing Treatment

Use morning and night. On clean skin, apply a thin layer to the entire affected area. Allow to dry. Do not rinse off. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application use. If going outside, use a sunscreen.

Benzoyl Peroxide: Penetrates pores to help fight acne-causing bacteria at the source

Glycolic Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid that helps to exfoliate and brighten the skin

Witch Hazel: Helps to minimize the appearance of pores and remove surface skin oils

Aloe: A gentle botanical that helps improve hydration and soothes irritated skin

Renewing Cleanser

Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%

Inactive Ingredients: water, magnesium aluminum silicate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, disodium PEG-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, paraffin, cetyl esters, tridecyl trimellitate, trisodium sulfosuccinate, PEG-12 dimethicone, xanthan gum, imidazolidinyl urea, fragrance, methylparaben, sodium sulfate, propylparaben, sodium PCA, propylene glycol, anthemis nobilis flower extract, phenoxyethanol, sodium hyaluronate

Revitalizing Toner

Ingredients: water, glycolic acid, sodium hydroxide, polysorbate 20, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) leaf extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, rosa canina fruit extract, sodium PCA, glycerin, panthenol, allantoin, benzophenone-4, hydroxyethylcellulose, tetrasodium EDTA, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance, blue 1, yellow 5

Repairing Treatment

Active Ingredient: Benzoyl peroxide, 2.5%

Inactive Ingredients: water, ethoxydiglycol, cyclopentasiloxane, propylene glycol, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, dimethicone, ceteareth-20, diazolidinyl urea, carbomer, fragrance, methylparaben, xanthan gum, panthenol, allantoin, sodium hydroxide, propylparaben

For best results, use the Proactiv Clean 3-Step Routine consistently, morning and night.

Mineral Acne Cleanser

Daily AM & PM

Wash your whole face avoiding eye area. Apply a generous amount to dampened skin and gently massage with fingertips for 1 to 2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. See drug facts for more information.

Azelaic Pore Perfector

Daily AM & PM

Apply after using Proactiv Clean Mineral Acne Cleanser. After skin has dried, apply a thin layer to the entire face avoiding the eye area. Do not rinse off.

Acne Clearing Hydrator

Daily AM & PM

Apply after using Proactiv Clean Azelaic Pore Perfector. Apply to the whole face avoiding the eye area. Can be worn alone or under makeup. If going outside, layer a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher on top of hydrator. See drug facts for more information.

Azelaic Acid: A naturally occurring acid that helps improve the look of uneven skin

Bakuchiol: An antioxidant, plant-based alternative to retinol that helps improve skin texture

Mineral Derived Sulfur: Helps reduce excess oil & remove impurities from pores

Salicylic Acid: Helps clear blemishes and prevent new ones from forming

Step 1 Mineral Acne Cleanser

Active: Sulfur 3.0%.

Inactive: Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Glucoside, Acrylates Copolymer, Coconut Acid, Coconut Alcohol, Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate, Glycereth-18, Behenyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Isethionate, Sodium Hydroxide, Arachidyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract.

Step 2 Azelaic Pore Perfector

Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Azelaic Acid, Squalane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Sclerotium Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopherol, Polylysine.

Step 3 Acne Clearing Hydrator

Active: Salicylic Acid 2%.

Inactive: Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Propanediol, Cetyl Phosphate, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Undecane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tridecane, Bakuchiol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol

3 easy steps, morning & night = clear, radiant skin

Proactiv+ is a 3-step routine designed to be used together twice a day (AM + PM) for your best results!

Step 1: Cleanse

Smoothing BHA Cleanser

For best results: Treat your whole face twice a day, morning and night. Apply a small amount to dampened skin. Using your fingertips, gently massage in circular motions for 1 to 2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat dry and follow with Step 2 & Step 3. If going outside, follow with sunscreen.

Step 2: Treat

Pore Targeting Treatment

For best results: Clean the skin thoroughly during Step 1 before applying this product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of all products and consult a doctor before resuming. Follow with Step 3, and sunscreen if you’re going outside.

Step 3: Repair

Complexion Perfecting Hydrator

For best results: Apply Step 3 after completing Steps 1 and 2 of the Proactiv+ 3-step routine. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of all products and consult a doctor before resuming.

Salicylic Acid: Helps clear blemishes and prevent new ones from forming

Benzoyl Peroxide: Penetrates pores to help fight acne-causing bacteria at the source

Hyaluronic Acid: Helps to hydrate, nourish, and soothe skin

Licorice Extract: Skin brightening complex that helps to fade post-acne dark marks

Smoothing BHA Cleanser

Active ingredient: Salicylic acid 1%

Inactive ingredients: water (aqua), cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, cetyl alcohol, propanediol, paraffin, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, polysorbate 20, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol, coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, sodium hydroxide, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, ethylhexylglycerin, citric acid, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, t-butyl alcohol, tocopherol, hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate.

Pore Targeting Treatment

Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%

Inactive Ingredients: water, ethoxydiglycol, glycerin, phenoxyethanol, sorbitan stearate, polysorbate 60, carbomer, caprylyl glycol, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, potassium hydroxide, polysorbate 80, ethylhexylglycerin, fragrance, disodium EDTA

Complexion Perfecting Hydrator

Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid 0.5%

Inactive Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 60, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Zinc Gluconate, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, Morus Alba Root Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bisabolol, Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters, Allantoin, PPG-5-Laureth-5, Sodium Hydroxide, Kojic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, Polyquaternium-11, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate.

For best results, use ProactivMD consistently in the morning and at night.

Daily AM & PM: Ultra-Gentle Cleanser

• Use twice daily, morning and night.
• Wash your whole face, avoiding eye area.
• Apply a generous amount to dampened skin and gently massage with fingertips for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

Daily PM: Adapalene Gel 0.1%

• Use once daily, in the evenings.
• Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying.
• Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer.
• Children under 12 years of age: ask your doctor.

Daily AM & PM: Ultra-Hydrating Moisturizer

• Apply daily, as needed, to alleviate dryness.
• In the evenings, apply after Adapalene and allow Adapalene to dry completely before applying.
• Can be worn alone or under makeup.
• If going outside, wear a sunscreen SPF 30 or higher.

Adapalene: Penetrates deep to fight breakouts at a cellular level

Green Tea: A rich botanical extract that helps soothe and calm the skin

Kojic Acid: Acts as an antioxidant to help brighten skin

Sophora Root: Helps fade the appearance of post-acne dark marks

Ultra-Gentle Cleanser

Water, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycerin, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, coco-glucoside, sodium chloride, sodium cocoamphoacetate, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, panthenol, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, citric acid, tocopheryl acetate, xanthan gum, polyquaternium-10, coconut acid, sodium hydroxide, camellia sinensis leaf extract.

Adapalene Gel 0.1%

Active Ingredient: Adapalene 0.1% (retinoid)

carbomer, disodium EDTA, phenoxyethanol, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, water

Ultra-Hydrating Moisturizer

Water, butylene glycol, dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, glycol stearate, glycerin, morus alba root extract, arctostaphylos uva ursi leaf extract, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, scutellaria baicalensis root extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, safflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters, kojic acid, sodium hyaluronate, sodium polyacrylate, ethylhexyl palmitate, ceteareth-20, polysorbate 60, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, hydrogenated polydecene, PPG-2 myristyl ether propionate, phenoxyethanol, squalane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycogen, caprylyl glycol, c12-15 alkyl lactate, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, bisabolol, citric acid, PPG-5-laureth-5, disodium EDTA, polyquaternium-11, fragrance