Ok, so I've used Proactiv Solution now for two nights and two days and it feels good! I know that it won't start working right away, especially since breakouts form deep down and take 2-3 weeks to surface (says the handy book that comes with the kit). I may not be seeing results yet, but I'm feeling them. My face felt cleaner when I woke up which was encouraging. I'm trying to keep a really positive outlook because I think that always helps when doing anything.
So let me tell you a little bit about how I've used the products so far. I start with Step 1: Cleanser. I use about a larg pea size amount of this and massage it into my face for a few minutes to make sure it gets all in there. It feels a little bit gritty which kind of reminded me of a scrub, which makes me feel super clean. Then Step 2: Toner. This is alcohol-free so it doesn't sting as much as astringent does (which it looks like too). I put this on a cotton square and rub it all over my face and let it dry. Step 3: Repairing Lotion. I think this is where all the medicine magic stuff is. I use another large pea size amount of this and rub it into my face evenly. In the night-time, I use the Refining Mask as a spot treatment for trouble areas. This smells pretty bad, but probably since the main ingredient is SULFUR! Ew! It works really well though. I noticed a decrease in inflammation the next morning definitely. The process recommends that you use the Refining Mask as a full mask 2-3 times a week as well, which I'm going to try tonight. I'll do that in between Steps 2 and 3 so I don't have to rinse off the Repairing Lotion. In the morning after the 3 steps, I use a little bit of the Green Tea Moisturizer.
It's still really early, but I'm hoping I'm making some progress. I want nothing more than to not feel like I need to cover up my face with makeup. I love makeup, but there's a difference between loving eyeshadows, blushes, mascaras... and loving foundation and concealer. Especially with summer coming up where I'll spend days by the pool and the beach, I don't want to be burdened with breakouts I can't cover up. Please Proactive, please, oh please work! Thank you :)
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