ProactivMD® | 3-Piece Acne Treatment System with Retinoid Adapalene

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ProactivMD^® 3-Piece System

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Clear acne with the power of Rx, without a doctor’s visit!
Treat yourself to the power of a retinoid, without a prescription! The ProactivMD 3-Piece System featuring Adapalene is our most advanced system to date, and includes moisture and sun protection which are highly recommended with the use of retinoids.

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HOW TO USE YOUR 3-PIECE SYSTEM

Maximize your results with Proactiv by following these simple steps

QUICK START GUIDE

We’ll walk you through, step by step…

cleanse | daily am & pm

Deep Cleansing Face Wash

Developed for acne-prone skin with tiny exfoliating beads to help gently resurface the skin.

Treat 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

protect | daily am

Daily Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30

Absorbs quickly and provides a long-lasting, anti-shine finish while delivering broad spectrum protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

Apply to face and neck as needed
Can be used under makeup

treat | daily PM

Adapalene Gel 0.1%

A topical retinoid medication used for the treatment of acne in people age 12 years and older.

Use once daily
Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer

NOTE: It is HIGHLY recommended that you use a moisturizer following your use of Adapalene Gel. If your skin is sensitive, you can apply the moisturizer before the Adapalene Gel.

Your First Six Weeks Using ProactivMD
A Week-by-Week Guide

It won't happen to everyone, but it is worth mentioning retinization, the adjustment period in which the skin becomes acclimated to Adapalene Gel. During this time skin may become red, flaky and irritated. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you use a moisturizer to help relieve symptoms of retinization which typically begin to subside around week 4 of your retinoid treatment.

Week 1

You may start noticing skin improvements
You’ll notice the lightweight, fast-absorbing Adapalene gel is the perfect acne addition to your new skincare regimen and you may even notice your skin’s new glow

Pro Tip: Some users may notice a reaction. Just be patient with your skin right now as it’s undergoing a lot of changes. Also be sure to stay moisturized and use sunscreen.

Week 2

You may start to see a reduction in acne.
You may start seeing results at the 2 week mark, but if not, stick with it!
If your skin is feeling a bit dry, irritated or flakey, it's completely normal. It's called retinization and it simply means that your skin is adjusting to Adapalene Gel. Keep calm and Adapalene on. Your skin will thank you for it.

Pro Tip: If you’re one of the people who feel dry, be sure to use a moisturizer. Just make sure it’s one that doesn’t contain an active acne ingredient.

Week 3

Your acne is continuing to clear
Your skin should start feeling acclimated to Adapalene, but some individuals may continue to feel dryness or irritation. Adapalene is working hard behind the scenes to unclog pores
Experiencing something out of the ordinary? Don’t hesitate to contact us. You can also read more about Adapalene here on the website. We’re here to Get You Clear^®!

Reminder: Protect your new, healthy-looking skin with sunscreen each and every day.

Week 4

You may be starting to see real results
If you’re still having breakouts they are most likely less frequent and less painful
Any symptoms of retinization should begin to subside if they haven't already.

Reminder: Ready to head off to school or work? Did you moisturize and put on sunscreen? If not, apply some now!

Week 5

Your skin is starting to feel smoother and more even-toned
Breakouts are continuing to diminish

Reminder: We can’t stress it enough: hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Use an SPF moisturizer by day and a light moisturizer without an acne active at night.

Week 6

You’re starting to see the clear-skin results you were after and, guess what, it can only get better!
Now you’re in “maintenance mode” so keep up with your ProactivMD regimen daily. Remember, acne has no cure but you can keep your skin looking and feeling healthy if you stick to the routine.
Don’t give up! You’re on the path to clear skin. Most people will see a significant difference around the 12-week mark, so keep it up! You’re doing great!

You May Experience Retinization and it’s OK

Some, but not all users may experience dryness, redness, irritation - known as retinization -- while your skin adjusts to Adapalene Gel. The best defense is to generously hydrate with a moisturizer both day and night as part of your skincare regimen.

Retinization is a normal part of the process and side effects typically start to subside by Week 4.

DESCRIPTION

Clear acne with the power of Rx, without a doctor’s visit! Treat yourself to the power of a retinoid, without a prescription! The ProactivMD 3-Piece System featuring Adapalene is our most advanced system to date, and includes moisture and sun protection which are highly recommended with the use of retinoids.

Benefits

Cleans and gently exfoliates the skin with tiny exfoliating beads
Helps unclog pores and minimizes the appearance of pores
Provides UVA/UVB protection
Helps control shine
First FDA-approved over-the-counter topical retinoid for acne treatment
Dermatologist developed and tested

How to Use

: The ProactivMD 3-Piece System is designed to be used consistently for best results.
DAILY AM & PM: Deep Cleansing Face Wash: Use twice daily, morning and night. Treat your whole face avoiding eye area. Apply a generous amount to dampened skin and gently massage with fingertips for 1-2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
DAILY AM: Daily Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30: Apply to face and neck as needed. Can be used under makeup. Apply liberally prior to sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Children under 6 months: ask your doctor.
DAILY PM: Adapalene Gel 0.1%: Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Use once daily. Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying the product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. Children under 12 years of age: ask your doctor.

INGREDIENTS

Deep Cleansing Face Wash

Ingredients: water, cocamidopropyl betaine, distearyl phthalic acid amide, synthetic wax, stearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, jojoba esters, sodium chloride, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, citric acid, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, camellia sinensis leaf extract, coconut acid, menthol, PEG-120 methyl glucose dioleate, caprylyl glycol, hexylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, ascorbic acid, butylene glycol, disodium EDTA, isopropyl alcohol, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, sodium sulfite, potassium sorbate, fragrance, chromium hydroxide green.

Daily Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30

Active Ingredient: avobenzone 3%, octisalate 5%, octocrylene 7%

Inactive Ingredients: water, isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate, glycerin, dimethicone, diisopropyl sebacate, polymethyl methacrylate, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, sucrose tristearate, silica, pentylene glycol, polysorbate 61, dimethiconol, sodium stearoyl glutamate, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, tocopheryl acetate, glycyrrhetinic acid, panthenol, triethanolamine, allantoin, carbomer, potassium sorbate, zinc gluconate, xanthan gum, disodium EDTA, hydroxypalmitoyl sphinganine

Adapalene Gel 0.1%

Active Ingredient: Adapalene 0.1% (retinoid)

Inactive Ingredients: carbomer 940, edetate disodium, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium hydroxide.

May contain hydrochloric acid to adjust pH.