Why has Proactiv stopped in UK?

Why has Proactiv stopped in UK?

British watchdogs have banned the Proactiv commercials in Britain since the UK version of the product – which boasts celebrities including Elle Macpherson and Avril Lavigne among its celebrity endorsers – does not contain the same active ingredient used in the American brand.

Does Proactiv Plus work?

With that being said, Proactiv may be an effective treatment option for mild to moderate acne outbreaks and scarring. But it’s not a miracle cure, and it won’t work for everyone. According to its product description, Proactiv doesn’t work on cystic or nodular acne. It’s also not the best option for severe acne.

Is Proactiv plus better than the original?

No. Proactiv tried to decrease the irritation caused by the original formula by adding sweet almond oil. This oil keeps the benzoyl peroxide on the surface of the skin, significantly reducing its anti-acne efficacy. Although Proactiv plus is less irritating it’s also less effective than the original product.

Is there anything better than Proactiv?

Olay Fresh Effects Clear Skin Acne Solutions System (salicylic acid) Neutrogena Complete Acne Therapy System (benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid) La Roche-Posay Effaclar Acne System (benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid) Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit (benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid)

Why is proactive banned?

Acne skincare brand Proactiv, which uses celebrities including Katy Perry and Justin Bieber in its marketing, has had an ad campaign banned by the advertising watchdog for making misleading claims. The brand uses Made in Chelsea star Gabriella Ellis to advertise in the UK.

Is Proactiv being discontinued?

Proactiv Solution Original has been discontinued and replaced by Proactiv Solution Proactiv+.

Why is proactive bad?

Combining it with Benzoyl Peroxide makes skin very sun sensitive, and there are no sunscreens anywhere in the ProActiv line! Sodium hydroxide, also known as caustic soda or lye, is a highly alkaline product and known skin irritant. In concentrated doses it causes severe burns.

Do dermatologists recommend Proactiv?

Some dermatologists advise that their patients avoid using Proactiv. “We do not recommend Proactiv because it uses harsh ingredients on your skin, which can eventually lead to early signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles,” says Evans. Evans does admit that Proactiv can help with certain forms of acne.

What happens when you stop using Proactiv?

If you discontinue Proactiv, your blemishes are likely to return because the key causes of acne are hormonal and genetic. Teen acne lasts, on average, 5 to 7 years; adult acne can last 20-plus years.

Do dermatologists recommend proactive?

Some dermatologists advise that their patients avoid using Proactiv. “We do not recommend Proactiv because it uses harsh ingredients on your skin, which can eventually lead to early signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles,” says Evans.

Who made Proactiv?

Dermatologists Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields first became known more than two decades ago for creating the three-step acne treatment Proactiv, long popular with teens. They eventually sold off their Proactiv rights to focus fully on skincare with their company Rodan + Fields.