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Complexion Perfecting Hydrator

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Complexion Perfecting Hydrator

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Proactiv+'s silky-rich hydrator acts like a cream, but glides on like a gel as it moisturizes the skin to combat dryness and helps to improve texture and skin tone. It contains salicylic acid to fight acne and botanicals to help brighten the skin to look clear + radiant.

Features:
  • Contains acne fighting salicylic acid to help clear up acne blemishes and prevent new ones from forming.
  • Formulated with a skin brightening complex to help give the appearance of even skin tone and radiant-looking complexion.
  • Helps to reduce redness and irritation.
  • Designed to absorb excess oil on the skin to help mattify and give it a smoother-looking appearance.
  • Designed to reduce the appearance of pores by helping to keep them clear.
  • Silky rich, creamy, luxurious texture.
  • Applies like a gel but hydrates like a cream.
  • Paraben-free.
  • Non-comedogenic.
  • Dermatologist tested.
  • Suitable for all skin types - oily, dry, combination, normal and sensitive.

Ingredients:
  • Salicylic Acid: An acne medicine designed to help clear pores of cellular debris and keep them clear - helping to minimize the look of pores for a more luminous complexion.
  • Skin Brightening Complex: Natural skin brighteners such as kojic acid, licorice extract, bearberry and sophora root are designed to help fade the appearance of post-acne marks and even skin tone.
  • Moisturizing Complex: Includes a powerful humectant, hyaluronic acid, plus other hydrating ingredients to help alleviate dryness for softer, smoother looking skin.
  • Skin Conditioning Complex: Specialized skincare ingredients such as bisabolol are designed to help soothe and calm redness and irritation.
  • Skin Mattifier: Designed to help reduce excess oil and shine.
  • Nourishing Prebiotic: Designed to help the skin's natural protection.
Apply Step 3 Complexion Perfecting Hydrator after completing Steps 1 and 2 of the Proactiv+ 3-step system. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

Precautions: For external use only. When using this product do not use this product more than three times per day. Skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below.

Sensitivity Test: Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying this product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
Active: Salicylic Acid 0.5%. Inactive: Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract, Kojic Acid, Zinc Gluconate, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Squalane, Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, PPG-5-Laureth-5, Polyquaternium-11, Ceteareth-20, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Polysorbate 60, Hexylene Glycol, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance.

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ProactivComplexion Perfecting Hydrator
 
5.0

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Goes on smoothly (6)
  • Not greasy (5)
  • Absorbs quickly (4)

Cons

No Cons

Best Uses

  • Daily use (4)
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3/12/2018
 
5.0

The Moisturizer I keep coming back to

By K

from Huntsville, AL

About Me Beauty Conscious

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Absorbs Quickly
  • Goes On Smoothly
  • Moisturizes Well
  • Not Greasy

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily Use

    Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

    I have struggled with problem skin for years. Now that i am in my 30s, i thought I should be more anti-aging conscious, but i just keep coming back to this. IF you have problem skin that still needs moisture. This is the product for you. I use this along with Sunday Riley UFO and it works like a dream at keep my acne at bay without over drying.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    2/10/2018
     
    5.0

    Love

    By bayj

    from Overland Park, ks

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Goes On Smoothly

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

        Love it

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        10/31/2017

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Game Changer for my Skincare Routine

        By ahedrick

        from Nashville, TN

        About Me Beauty Conscious

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Goes On Smoothly
        • Not Greasy

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

            Great for oily skin prone to breakouts. I am check your reflection in my forehead oily. I have been using this product twice a day for almost two weeks. My skin is SIGNIFICANTLY less oily throughout the day. My breakouts on my forehead and upper lip have cleared up. My blackheads have been reduced greatly as well. Highly recommended.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            6/26/2017
             
            5.0

            My go to moisturizer

            By Lexi

            from Orlando, FL

            About Me Minimalist

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Absorbs Quickly
            • Goes On Smoothly
            • Moisturizes Well
            • Not Greasy

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • After Shower/Bath
              • Daily Use

              Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

              I have acne prone skin so moisturizing was never a good idea for me. Everyone I work with is all into skin care and they told me I need to start so I figured why not try the one product that will be prefect for acne prone skin, I have yet to break out after using the product, I use it twice a day once in the morning and right before bed. I'm so happy I decided to buy this product, it is worth the price and it will last for a very long time. Perfect buy for me!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              5/2/2017

              (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Very good product

              By VioK

              from Chicago

              About Me Beauty Conscious

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Absorbs Quickly
              • Goes On Smoothly
              • Not Greasy

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use

                Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

                I am not exactly a fan of Proactive, but this product I am really happy with. I don't know what is in it, but my skin is so much better looking! And doesn't dry me at all, at the same time i seems being free from acne that i usually suffer a lot .

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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                2/4/2017

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                It works

                By LSM

                from Atlanta, ga

                About Me Beauty Conscious

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Absorbs Quickly
                • Goes On Smoothly
                • Long Lasting
                • Not Greasy

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use

                  Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

                  I have what appears to be adult acne. This particular version of the proactive system has been working!!

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                  (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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                  11/26/2016

                  (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Favorite moisturizer!

                  By Alicia

                  from Enterprise, AL

                  Comments about Proactiv Complexion Perfecting Hydrator:

                  My skin has looked better than ever since starting this moisturizer. It's pricey but I highly recommend. Also I'll add that I'm pretty sensitive and this has been very good to my skin.

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                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  • Q:

                    I have a few areas on my face that are really dry (chin, nose) and they flake and peel. Would this help moisturize those areas or would I need a second moisturizer? I also have cystic acne, so I need something to combat that as well.
                    Asked on 11/26/2017 by Dismom from St. Charles, IL

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                      We're sorry for the delay answering your question. Please contact gethelp@ulta.com for assistance. Thank you!

                      Answered on 12/22/2017 by Staff Expert from Ulta Beauty

                  • Q:

                    Can you use this product as your daily moisturizer in the morning? can make-up go on top of it?
                    Asked on 10/30/2017 by Emma from NJ

                    1 answer

                    • Brand Expert

                      A:

                      Yes! You can use the Complexion Perfecting Hydrator as your daily moisturizer in the morning. Make-up can be applied on top of this product.

                      Answered on 11/7/2017 by Brand Expert from Proactiv

                  • Q:

                    do I use this product as my moisturizer or do I still continue to moisturize with another product after applying this?
                    Asked on 10/18/2017 by jams from US

                    1 answer

                    • Brand Expert

                      A:

                      Hi! Our hydrator does act as a moisturizer on its own, but you can add an additional moisturizer after if needed such as our Green Tea Moisturizer.

                      Answered on 11/7/2017 by Brand Expert from Proactiv

                  • Q:

                    How long will this last if used twice a day and how long will it last if used once a day, which is better for optimal results?
                    Asked on 8/23/2017 by Tiffany from LA

                    1 answer

                    • Brand Expert

                      A:

                      Usage varies, but this product approximately lasts 3 months if used daily, twice a day.

                      Answered on 8/25/2017 by Brand Expert from Proactiv

                  • Q:

                    Does this product make your face shiny throughout the day? And does it clog pores
                    Asked on 8/15/2017 by Taylor from undisclosed

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                    • Brand Expert

                      A:

                      Hello! Our hydrator in non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores. In addition, the product contains salicylic acid to help combat oiliness.

                      Answered on 8/25/2017 by Brand Expert from Proactiv
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