The need to treat continuously applies to all acne medications, not just Proactive Acne Solution, and most folks don’t manage to maintain their treatment long-term, they have a tendency to lapse when their acne clears up, and then start again when their acne reappears.

The active ingredients in Proactive Acne Cream are Glycolic acid and Benzoyl Peroxide at the strength of 2.5% – the strength is important because it can range from 2.5%, 5%, and 10% – the higher percentages tend to cause much more irritation and dryness of the skin, and are not thought to be significantly more effective than the 2.5%.

Benzoyl Peroxide is a highly effective acne medication which is used widely by dermatologists all over the world. It works as a peeling agent which increases the turnover (renewal) of the skin and cleanses the pores. This reduces the number of bacteria present at the affected areas, and it also has an antibacterial effect that helps reduce further infection.

Glycolic acid works on the top layer of skin where it helps to weaken the properties of the lipids (fats) that bind the dead skin cells together – this has the effect of helping to unblock the pores.

The Proactive Acne Solution system is designed to prevent further spots and pimples developing, whilst at the same time treating your current acne breakout.

Step 1 of the treatment regimen, the Renewing Cleanser, is a unique oil-free formula containing tiny beads to smooth and gently exfoliate the dead skin. The Benzoyl Peroxide penetrates pores and attacks the bacteria.

Step 2 is the Revitalizing Toner which does four things; it restores the balance of the skins natural acids, refines and purifies the pores, removes excess oil from the skin, and finally it stimulates the growth of healthy tissue.

Step 3 is the Repairing Lotion is an oil free lotion that contains Benzoyl Peroxide to help repair the skin and prevent further breakouts.

What I particularly like about the proactive system is that it covers all the elements of the 3 Steps To Acne Free Skin in one very convenient package. If you have any specific questions please don’t hesitate to contact The Guide to Proactive Acne Cream.

There are just 3 simple steps you need to follow, that will almost guarantee that you can clear your acne (I say almost, because no single treatment will work for everyone). However, sticking to these steps will give you the best opportunity you will ever have to achieve acne free skin.

Let me repeat that – There Are Just 3 Simple Steps.

It’s not rocket science, but you will need to be persistent. Virtually all of the failures I’ve seen are because the person has lost faith in the steps after the first week or so – Most folks will need 4 to 8 weeks to get the maximum benefit, others will need a little longer, but many will start to notice a difference after the second week. OK, here’s what you need to do:

• Cleanse

• Medicate

• Moisturize

Step 1 – How to cleanse your face properly.

• Splash warm water onto all the areas that are affected by acne – face, neck, chest, etc…

• If you are using an acne cleansing wash or an acne soap, make some lather in your hands and wash the affected areas gently using only your hands – don’t spend too long over this, you don’t want to irritate your skin.

• Rinse off with warm water and very gently pat your face dry – do not rub your face dry, as this can also irritate your skin.

• Let your skin dry completely before you medicate (normally takes about 5 minutes).

Step 2 – How To Medicate Properly.

• Make sure your hands are clean and dry.

• Squeeze the required amount of medication (Always follow the manufacturer’s advice here) onto one finger, and use another finger on your other hand to very gently spread it on to the affected areas.

• Without applying any pressure to the face, work the medication until it is virtually all absorbed.

• Golden Rule – always be very gentle, you want to minimize skin irritation at all times.

Step 3 – How To Moisturize Properly.

• Make sure your hands are clean and dry.

• Squirt the moisturizer onto the ends of your fingertips and pat it gently onto your face.

• As you did with the medication, very gently work the moisturizer into the skin.

• The same golden rule applies when you are moisturizing, avoid irritating the skin by rubbing.

Were you expecting more than that?…… I’m sorry, but it doesn’t get any more complicated!

Unfortunately the 3 steps will not clear your acne overnight, but then again, neither will any other treatment regimen. If you can follow these 3 steps twice a day every day, I’m certain that you will start to notice significant results sooner rather than later. I can guarantee that at some stage over the next few weeks you will feel like giving up, but remember what I said about being persistent – it will be well worth the effort.

The next article at Proactive Acne Cream Guide looks in depth at Proactive Acne Solution and asks “”Is it right for me?”