When it comes to acne control, there are two schools of thought: Try a bunch of over-the-counter cleansers and creams, or see your dermatologist for a powerful prescription. The former option may be a quick fix and the latter option can get you to a more effective course of treatment, but it takes time and money. Plus, if it's an oral prescription then sometimes there can be some unexpected side effects. But now, leading skincare company Proactiv is introducing a new prescription-quality over-the-counter topical acne treatment: ProactivMD with Adapalene. Here's why we love it:

It uses a powerful ingredient not found in most other OTC products.

Part of what makes prescription acne medications so effective is their use of advanced retinoids that target the pore. Until recently, no over-the-counter treatments could use this ingredient. However, the FDA approved adapalene gel as the first advanced vitamin-A derived retinoid for over-the-counter treatment of acne. Adapalene works at the cellular level to unblock and shrink clogged pores and reduce redness and inflammation from acne.

It’s an all-in-one, easy to use regimen.

Clear skin is only one part of the pie. Healthy skin depends on a routine of cleansing, toning, hydration and sun protection to stay in the clear for good. ProactivMD uses combination therapy to help keep the skin healthy, whether it be oily, dry or sensitive. The fully balanced skincare regimen is designed to keep your skin looking radiant, always.

It shows results, fast.

In clinical studies, Adapalene provided nearly a 60% average reduction in acne lesions after 12 weeks which will continue to improve with further use. ProactivMD's ingredients improve the skin's tone and texture, while making the complexion visibly clearer and brighter. Now that's confidence!

ProactivMD is on the cutting edge of skincare. By combining the ease of an over-the-counter medication with the power of a prescription, you'll be able to pave the way for beautiful, radiant skin for life.

Update: The awesome team at Proactiv is extending a special offer to our readers! Follow this link to sign up for ProactivMD for as low as $19.95 AND get your choice of a free gift - Proactiv+ Green Tea Moisturizer or the Skin Purifying Mask!

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