I received the
Clear Proof Acne System by Mary Kay free for testing and review purposes from Influenster.
I received the following products in the box:
- Clear Proof Clarifying Cleansing Gel - apply this first to remove dirt, oil and complexion-dulling impurities.
- Clear Proof Blemish Control Toner - apply this next, this will help to tone the skin.
- Clear Proof Acne Treatment Gel - apply this after the toner. This will help to prevent new pimples from forming.
- Clear Proof Oil-Free Moisturizer for Acne-Prone Skin - the last step in the process. Use this to complete the regimen, this lightweight moisturizer does not clog pores and feels soothing to irritated skin and helps improve the appearance of skin tone.
This was intended for my daughter but after talking to her dermatologist, I decided not to switch up the products she already use. Since I suffer from breakouts more now than when I was a teenager and no matter what I do I keep getting these nasty white heads on my nose, I decide to try it on myself. I buy a lot of products to try to eliminate these issues. The only thing that has really help has been the Aztec Clay mask, I try to do weekly.
I was a little hesitant about trying this at first because I didn't know how my skin would react. My intentions were to try it on a Sunday so if I did have a bad reaction I would have a few days for it to clear up before having to go out. However, my plans never turn out the way I want so I tried the system on a Wednesday afternoon. I was pleasantly surprised by how gentle it was on my skin. The next day, I decided that I would make this part of my nightly routine. That way I know I am getting rid of all the environmentally impurities.
On the third day, the toner started to burn my skin. When I woke up on the fourth day, my chin and nose looked like I had a chemical peel. I was going to toss the system but decided to keep trying it out. When I used it on the fourth night, the toner still burned. After I applied the moisturizer, I decided to use my almond oil too. On the sixth day my skin got used to the toner and only sightly burned. Last night when I used it, I didn't have any problems.
I have only used the
Clear Proof Acne System for a week yet I have notice a change in my skin. The whitehead issue on my nose is slowly going away. I don't have to use my blackhead/whitehead extractor everyday. My chin area has not cleared up completely and you can see my eczema a little but it is starting to clear back up.
I will continue to use this system for the next few weeks (it says it takes at least 4 weeks to notice a change). After the four weeks are up, I will post an update.
