Hey guys, i use Proactive and it works really...well except for one reason. It totally drys out my skin to the point of flaking. When my skin flakes, it looks absolutely terrible. I was hoping for any solutions that don't require buying moisturizer (something that can be done with household materials.)
2007-02-23 08:00:51 · 4 answers · asked by ..... 4 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
I had the same prob after about 2 months using proactive twice a day. It cleared up my acne like a dream, but some redness and flaking started to appear, especially on my forehead and cheeks. Here are the things that worked for me:
I started using less of the products
I substituted a "for normal skin" cleanser once a day
I started using a "for normal skin" moisturizer at night (i know i know)
I used a great little product from body shop. It's a mini-loofah about the size of a cotton round...but a scratchy washcloth should work.
So I think the reason my skin stopped flaking was because I cut down on the quantity and frequency of using Proactive and I exfoliated more.
I'm so happy you found proactive, good luck on your quest for beeeuuuteeeefulll skin!
2007-02-23 08:11:52 · answer #1 · answered by zoe d 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ive been using Proactive for around 2 years now, & I love it!! It has helped my skin so much, but at first I had the same problem. It did go away eventually though. The other chick's answer about using less of the repairing lotion is a good idea. I know u dont wanna buy a moisturizer but Proactive has this wonderful product-- its Green Tea Moisturizer-- & its great!! I put it on over the repairing lotion & my skin hasnt been flaky since. The good thing about the Green Tea Moist. is that its not expensive, its actually pretty cheap! Anyways u should definately check it out!!
Another good way to moisturize & exfoliate @ home is to give yourself an egg-white facial. While u are in the bath just take only the egg whites & put it on your face. Maybe leave it on for 10 min.
It wont hurt your skin if u leave it on for a shorter or longer amount of time! U will feel it getting stiff on your face! Then just rinse it off w/ warm water! It makes your face feel so soft! Anyways, I hope this helps u out a lil bit!!! GOOD LUCK & THANK GOD 4 PROACTIVE!!!!!!
2007-02-23 08:43:35 · answer #2 · answered by Christy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it did that to me to but its because i didnt do all of the directions but now ive started it again and now its starting to help
2007-02-23 13:55:52 · answer #3 · answered by Abbey H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe use a less or use it once a day instead of twice.
2007-02-23 08:06:33 · answer #4 · answered by heluvagirl1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋