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Proactiv

Acne Body Wash

Use cautionCleanserFrom United States

Proactiv Acne Body Wash is a cleanser with 30 ingredients. It is rated "use caution" in pregnancy because it contains Salicylic Acid (2%). Common allergens: fragrance.

Sensitive skin: fragrance Why?
  • fragrance: Fragrance or parfum, and scent ingredients listed by name, such as linalool and limonene. The most common cause of skincare allergies; worth avoiding if you have eczema, rosacea, or very sensitive skin.

These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.

How we flag ingredients

Is Proactiv Acne Body Wash safe to use during pregnancy?

Jouaxia rates Proactiv Acne Body Wash "Use caution" for pregnancy because it contains Salicylic Acid (2%). Salicylic acid / BHA: ACOG says over-the-counter salicylic acid products may be used if needed, but absorption rises with frequent use or large areas; avoid high-strength peels (MotherToBaby/ACOG, Bozzo et al. 2011). This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.

Does Proactiv Acne Body Wash contain fragrance or other common allergens?

Yes. Proactiv Acne Body Wash contains fragrance, which can bother sensitive skin. This doesn't affect its pregnancy rating, and most people use these ingredients without a problem; if your skin is sensitive or you've reacted to one before, patch-test it first or look for an alternative.

Is it OK for kids and teens?

Kids (ages 3–11)

Use with care

  • Acne treatment (Salicylic Acid (2%)): Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and adapalene treat acne well, but for children under 12 it's best to check with a doctor first, and to start gently.
  • Exfoliating acid (AHA) (Glycolic Acid): Glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids can irritate young skin, and children rarely need them. We can't see the strength, so low amounts are flagged too.
  • Fragrance or essential oils (Fragrance): Children's skin reacts to fragrance and essential oils more easily; fragrance-free products are the usual advice for kids, especially with eczema or sensitive skin.

Teens (ages 12–17)

Use with care

  • Exfoliating acid (AHA) (Glycolic Acid): Glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids can irritate, especially alongside acne treatments. Fine for some teens, used a few times a week.

Helps with acne: Salicylic Acid (2%).

General guidance from the ingredient list, not medical advice. For babies under 3, or skin problems that don't get better, ask a doctor. How we rate for kids and teens · Skincare for teens

What are the ingredients in Proactiv Acne Body Wash?

30 ingredients, in label order. Ingredients flagged for pregnancy are highlighted. Select an ingredient to see what it does.

  1. 1.Salicylic Acid (2%)
  2. 2.Acrylates Copolymer
  3. 3.Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
  4. 4.Butylene Glycol
  5. 5.Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  6. 6.Chromium Hydroxide Green
  7. 7.Citric Acid
  8. 8.Cocamidopropyl Betaine
  9. 9.Coco-Betaine
  10. 10.Coconut Acid
  11. 11.Disodium EDTA
  12. 12.Fragrance
  13. 13.Glycerin
  14. 14.Glycol Distearate
  15. 15.Glycolic Acid
  16. 16.Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
  17. 17.Laureth-4
  18. 18.Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide
  19. 19.Mannitol
  20. 20.Microcrystalline Cellulose
  21. 21.Olive Oil PEG-8 Esters
  22. 22.Polyquaternium-39
  23. 23.Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
  24. 24.Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
  25. 25.Sodium Chloride
  26. 26.Sodium Hydroxide
  27. 27.Synthetic Wax
  28. 28.Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
  29. 29.Tocopheryl Acetate
  30. 30.Water

Ingredient list from INCIDecoder. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.