Neutrogena Complete Acne Therapy System

Okay, listen. I don't normally write reviews, even though I base most of my shopping life decisions on them. Selfish, I know. But this calls for some reform. For whatever reason, my ever perfect skin decided to take a turn for the worst sometime around my 30th birthday. Go figure. I'm going to blame hormones, since I've ruled out every other possibility. I started having major breakouts in the last few weeks, enough that I didn't even want to put on makeup simply because it just made it look worse, and I am a makeup JUNKIE. Enter Neutrogena Complete Acne Therapy System. I recall using this once before, probably preemptively (since my skin hasn't even been THIS bad), and discontinued use shortly thereafter. I did notice some mild improvement over time.Let me get to the point here. THIS STUFF WORKS. I received my shipment in the mail on Wednesday and it's now Friday. The breakout is 75% gone, hands down! I mean, within 48 hours I managed to get rid of nearly all blemishes on my face. Of course there will be some long-term care to get rid of acne spots and hyperpigmentation, but when it comes to clearing acne, I'll never look any further than this kit.This is not without a few side effects, in my experience. The product is rather harsh, and while I don't typically classify my skin as sensitive (more combination/oily), this did give me a slight rash around the eyes. Not necessarily bumps, but a bit of extra puffiness and redness. Needless to say, I will most likely only use the system 2-3 days a week lieu of daily use, once my skin has fully cleared. I'm almost positive the Acne Control Lotion is the real MVP here, but it needs to be used sparingly, almost as a spot treatment. I've resorted to uber-moisturizing my normally oily skin, just to combat the over-drying caused by this product. While this may be off-putting to some, it was so worth it to have clear skin again!I highly recommend this product!!!

It has helped me a lot with my skin, it really looks better since I use it.

Let me first say I've struggled with breakouts since the age of 15. I'm now 29, and I still break out. I have ups and downs, and after going through my first pregnancy, then breastfeeding for a year, starting a new birth control, my hormones have been all over the place the past 2+ years and my skin was suffering. Now, I tried Proactiv (again) because I had had great luck with it in my early 20's. However, I seemed to have built up a tolerance to it so quit using it at about age 24-25. This time it SERIOUSLY irritated my skin. It was red, it hurt, it was tight and dry. I used it every other day, as recommended, and after 3 weeks my skin was worse than ever. Mind you, this was all happening at the same time I had started taking Loestrin Fe for the first time. So, that could have been a factor as well. It was hard to know what was causing the flare-up, but Proactiv made it SO much worse. But, all I know is that I ordered this stuff and within 5 days my skin felt and looked WAY better. I have been using it for about 6 months now and love it. It's not a miracle worker, I don't have 100% perfect skin, but I know I never will. But it is considerably better, and when I do get breakouts (still hormone-related, as it's always during "that time of the month") it's not bad at all. Bottom line: it is effective w/out being so harsh on your skin like Proactiv. I am buying more of it, I love it. I would highly recommend you try this if you've tried other methods, have stubborn breakouts, and have found Proactiv either too harsh or that it loses its effectiveness.

I switched to this product and so far have liked the results. It's simpler and has less steps than many more expensive acne systems, such as Proactive. I had been using plan Dove soap to cleanse my face and a moisturizer, but I was looking to reduce break outs and black heads (I'm an adult and yes I still get these). I did have a transition period where I broke out a little bit more than normal when switching, but once my face calmed down about the switch I've noticed great results. The cleanser feels good on my face and is not drying. I typically only use it once a day. I have oily skin but it gets worse if I over wash. I use the moisturizer in the morning, usually after cleansing. There is an acne fighting cream I put on at night. It's not a chore or a process to use this system, pretty quick an easy, and it wasn't really a deviation from my usual routine. I have noticed that my skin feels and looks pretty good, and I'd say I have less break outs. I still have black heads on my nose (I have no idea how to get rid of them and have tried everything). I would say they seem a little smaller and my pores are looking slightly better. No miracle transformation here, but I'd like to find a product that does. Overall I like this system, and I feel the price is right. I have seen positive results and would recommend.