Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line and giveaway (Busy Mom Reviews)

I may be getting on in years, but I still have acne.

Yes, wrinkles AND acne, SO not fair.

I've struggled with acne for many years, I was even on some very powerful medicine at one point. Additionally, over the years the way my acne behaves has changed, and the things that used to help don't always help anymore. My face is very sensitive to medicines and lotions, so I'm wary of trying new things when I've found a routine that works.

However, my current routine hasn't been holding up its end of the bargain lately, so I was excited to try the Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line.

I was interested in it because it's specifically designed for adult skin to control acne and help minimize the appearance of pores with regular use. Acne as an adult can be different to treat than teen acne, and the Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line was made with adult skin needs in mind.

The three steps of the Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line are Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line Pore Clarifying Cleanser, Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Skin Clearing Treatment and Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Complexion Renewing Lotion.

The products are easy to use. I'd like to see the cleanser improve the way it cleans off makeup, but I usually use an exfoliant, so I'm not really used to a cream cleaner, but it wasn't drying or anything and it had no noticeable odor.

The blemish treatment step is salicylic acid based. It absorbs well, and has a bit more odor, but not unpleasant. I don't usually have issues with dry skin, so it wasn't drying to me.

Because I'm prone to acne, many moisturizers make me nervous, but so far, so good with this one, though I've only been using it once a day. It's a little different in that it's not exactly like a lotion, but more like a gel. (Note: It doesn't have SPF, but Olay Professional Pro-X Clear SPF 15 Moisturizer is available as well.)

Overall, my skin is doing well, lately. It didn't clear up over night, so I think consistent use is a key to this product. I even had someone ask what I'd done differently, so I'm pleased!

While we’re on the subject of taking care of your skin, you might want to check out this post by Roxanna Sarmiento in the Life Well Lived section of BlogHer.com. She has some great tips for developing habits that will help your skin looks its best!

Want to check it out for yourself?

The giveaway:

Prize: $50 gift card to drugstore.com

How to win:

1. No duplicate comments.

2. You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry
methods:

a) Leave a comment telling us how your skin has changed since you've gotten older.

b) Tweet about this promotion (I'm @busymom) and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post.

c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post.

d) For those with no Twitter or blog, read the official rules to learn about
an alternate form of entry.

3. This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older

4. Contest ends November 3, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.(PST)

5. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail.

6. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be
selected.

7. Visit the Official Rules. Enter between October 3rd – November 3rd, 2011.

Don't forget to visit the Prizes and Promotions section for even more chances to win!

I wrote this post while participating BlogHer's Olay Professional Pro-X Clear Line campaign. I received the product to facilitate my post and monetary compensation for the time to write my post.

Comments (94)

Mami2jcn:

While I no longer get pimples, I struggle with dark under-eye circles now.

Posted by Mami2jcn | October 3, 2011 5:38 PM

Posted on October 3, 2011 17:38

Margaret:

My skin has gotten duller, with fine lines and the acne seems to only get worse (though it fluctuates a bit each month). Would love to give this stuff a try!

Posted by Margaret | October 4, 2011 8:16 AM

Posted on October 4, 2011 08:16

Nicole:

My skin is now drier in the morning and a little oily/shiny towards the end of the working day.

Posted by Nicole | October 4, 2011 11:57 AM

Posted on October 4, 2011 11:57

Liz:

I also suffer from acne and, yes, at 40+ years, SO NOT fair. I also have very sensitive skin (go figure) and have had very good luck with Olay products. I'll give it a shot, thanks!!!

Posted by Liz | October 4, 2011 3:42 PM

Posted on October 4, 2011 15:42

Tweet, tweet: http://twitter.com/#!/thisfullhouse/status/121325291246333952

Posted by Liz | October 4, 2011 3:46 PM

Posted on October 4, 2011 15:46

angie128:

Lovely, splotchy skin.

And beautiful bags under my eyes.

Posted by angie128 | October 5, 2011 8:52 AM

Posted on October 5, 2011 08:52

Rain-jelly:

Ever since I had my daughter I have some darker spots that get worse in the sun. I'm pretty self conscious about them.

My grandmother had beautiful skin for 90 years, and she used regular Oil of Olay every night-- I now do the same (except I use one with SPF).

Posted by Rain-jelly | October 6, 2011 2:14 PM

Posted on October 6, 2011 14:14

Jamie:

Hmmmmm. Mine has more uneven skin tone. I'm a freckler and now I have some fun lines with freckles. Good times! At least my acne seems to have gone away (thankful!)

Posted by Jamie | October 6, 2011 8:39 PM

Posted on October 6, 2011 20:39

James Rodriquez:

Acne is horrible. It comes at the wrong time. I hope what you have written helps

Posted by James Rodriquez | October 7, 2011 6:13 AM

Posted on October 7, 2011 06:13

Sherry:

I still have that oily t-zone and tend to break out once a month instead of constantly.

Posted by Sherry | October 7, 2011 6:50 AM

Posted on October 7, 2011 06:50

Susan Smith:

I have noticed that my skin is drier and I have fine lines and dark circles under my eyes as I have gotten older.

Posted by Susan Smith | October 8, 2011 9:14 PM

Posted on October 8, 2011 21:14

http://twitter.com/#!/susan1215/status/122857131392249857

Posted by Susan Smith | October 8, 2011 9:15 PM

Posted on October 8, 2011 21:15

Amy Tong:

My pores are much more noticeable now as I grow up compared to my teen years especially when I don't get enough rest.

amy [at] utry [dot] it

Posted by Amy Tong | October 9, 2011 8:32 PM

Posted on October 9, 2011 20:32

Ashley H.:

I have more acne now then when I was a teenager.

Posted by Ashley H. | October 10, 2011 9:16 AM

Posted on October 10, 2011 09:16

Katie:

I break out MORE now that I'm older. But my skin was best when I was pregnant.

Posted by Katie | October 10, 2011 2:15 PM

Posted on October 10, 2011 14:15

Kelly Massman:

My skin is more dry and more prone to red spots!
Thanks kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

Posted by Kelly Massman | October 10, 2011 3:46 PM

Posted on October 10, 2011 15:46

Jessie C.:

I used to be combination skin and it’s getting drier as I notice.

Posted by Jessie C. | October 10, 2011 8:41 PM

Posted on October 10, 2011 20:41

tweet.http://twitter.com/#!/tcarolinep/status/123573683032821760

Janice Cooper:

My skin has gotten drier, but unfortunately I still tend to deal with adult acne.

Posted by Janice Cooper | October 12, 2011 6:22 PM

Posted on October 12, 2011 18:22

Tweeted
https://twitter.com/#!/disneyfan40/status/124263880481443840

Posted by Janice Cooper | October 12, 2011 6:26 PM

Posted on October 12, 2011 18:26

steff:

less oil and more wrinkles!

Posted by steff | October 12, 2011 9:40 PM

Posted on October 12, 2011 21:40

http://twitter.com/#!/DesMoinesDealin/status/124313305434169344

Posted by steff | October 12, 2011 9:41 PM

Posted on October 12, 2011 21:41

Sharon:

Dryness is my biggest problem as I've aged. I use moisturizers constantly!

Posted by Sharon | October 21, 2011 10:42 AM

Posted on October 21, 2011 10:42

Tina M:

My skin is drier

Posted by Tina M | October 22, 2011 1:08 AM

Posted on October 22, 2011 01:08

Richard Braustein:

This sounds good. If this can clear up the pimples faster it will be like a miracle

Posted by Richard Braustein | October 22, 2011 11:50 AM

Posted on October 22, 2011 11:50

nan:

i have lost skin firmness and i have a little age spot that i need to fade
nannypanpan at gmail.com

Posted by nan | October 22, 2011 9:21 PM

Posted on October 22, 2011 21:21

Kerry:

The redness in my skin has increased with age.

Posted by Kerry | October 24, 2011 9:12 PM

Posted on October 24, 2011 21:12

helga:

one word: wrinkles:-(

Posted by helga | October 26, 2011 10:20 AM

Posted on October 26, 2011 10:20

Melanie:

I've noticed more age spots as I've gotten older. Also acne - particularly when I was pregnant.

Posted by Melanie | October 26, 2011 3:52 PM

Posted on October 26, 2011 15:52

shirley emitt:

Dark circles under eyes and dryer skin has happen to me as aged.

Posted by shirley emitt | October 27, 2011 5:45 PM

Posted on October 27, 2011 17:45

tweet--http://twitter.com/#!/countrynest411/status/129690547790168065

Posted by shirley emitt | October 27, 2011 5:47 PM

Posted on October 27, 2011 17:47

Lynn:

I've noticed that my skin is drier now than it was when I was younger.

Posted by Lynn | October 28, 2011 4:48 PM

Posted on October 28, 2011 16:48

Tweeted:
http://twitter.com/#!/livelovelynn/status/130039357934551040

Posted by Lynn | October 28, 2011 4:53 PM

Posted on October 28, 2011 16:53

Sarah L:

As I've grown older (63) my wrinkles are beginning to look like my mother's.

Thanks for the contest.

Posted by Sarah L | October 29, 2011 1:16 AM

Posted on October 29, 2011 01:16

blogged: http://slehan.blogspot.com/2011/10/win-50-gift-card-to-drugstorecom-from.html

Posted by Sarah L | October 29, 2011 1:17 AM

Posted on October 29, 2011 01:17

Miguelina Salvador:

I'm 50 and I still get pimples I need help

babitababita@hotmail.com

Posted by Miguelina Salvador | October 29, 2011 3:05 AM

Posted on October 29, 2011 03:05

http://twitter.com/#!/zbabita5/status/130193779486507008

Posted by Miguelina Salvador | October 29, 2011 3:07 AM

Posted on October 29, 2011 03:07

May:

Just turned 50 and my skin has gotten thin and crepey.

Posted by May | October 29, 2011 11:17 AM

Posted on October 29, 2011 11:17

Jeremy:

http://twitter.com/#!/bikeohio/status/130376883434033152 tweet

Posted by Jeremy | October 29, 2011 3:16 PM

Posted on October 29, 2011 15:16

I've fine lines, and I need to use more moisturizer!

Posted by Jeremy | October 29, 2011 3:17 PM

Posted on October 29, 2011 15:17

Melissa T:

My skin is less prone to acne but i exchange I get a bit more fine lines, can't win em all i guess! hehe

thanks for the opportunity :)
abitnerdygirl at gmail dot com

Posted by Melissa T | October 29, 2011 3:18 PM

Posted on October 29, 2011 15:18

anna:

The more I read about this, the more I think I need to try it. My skin hasn't calmed down since entering my mid-20s and moving to the desert. Still oily... but the dry weather... it doesn't know what's going on.

Posted by anna | October 29, 2011 4:55 PM

Posted on October 29, 2011 16:55

karen M:

I have noticed small sun spots and face feeling drier as I am getting older.. I have lines around the eyes and mouth, which the hubby calls my laugh lines.

Posted by karen M | October 30, 2011 12:41 AM

Posted on October 30, 2011 00:41

Debra F:

I have pretty good skin, and even over 40 I don't have too many wrinkles yet but I still get those annoying menstrual pimples every month and they really bother me.

Posted by Debra F | October 30, 2011 10:53 AM

Posted on October 30, 2011 10:53

I actually suffer more acne now I am in my 40s, mostly around my hairline. I didn't have that problem in my teens.

Posted by Liz | October 31, 2011 12:04 AM

Posted on October 31, 2011 00:04

shayne sherman:

I delight in, cause I discovered just what I was looking for. You've ended my four day lengthy hunt! God Bless you man. Have a nice day. Bye

Posted by shayne sherman | October 31, 2011 12:52 AM

Posted on October 31, 2011 00:52

amy324:

At the age of [blarmph] I actually outgrew the eczema that had plagued me for decades. No apparent reason. People (friends and strangers) used to ask me what was wrong with my face. Kinda like not having that happen anymore. I just bought some Olay stuff that I'm excited about trying.

amybrown324 [at] gmail (.) com

Posted by amy324 | October 31, 2011 2:13 AM

Posted on October 31, 2011 02:13

Lisa:

When I was a teen, my skin wasn't that bad - I didn't have much acne and didn't notice many of the drastic changes my friends did. However, I went through a phase in my mid-twenties where I started breaking out like crazy, mostly on my forehead. I had no idea why and nothing really worked very well. It drove me crazy. Luckily now, a few years later, my skin is back to normal.

~Lisa
http://msmarvelproject.blog.com

Posted by Lisa | October 31, 2011 8:40 AM

Posted on October 31, 2011 08:40

Erin :

My skin's always been pretty good, but I had a hysterectomy at 37. I'm on HRT, and my skin is still decent, but it definitely drier and more sensitive.

I use Olay -- Sensitive Skin wash, Regenerist serum, and Total Effects moisturizer. I'd like to try the Pro-X line; my face looks pretty good, but I need some more intensive treatment for my neck. Surgery is NOT an option.

Posted by Erin | November 1, 2011 3:43 AM

Posted on November 1, 2011 03:43

angie:

I have noticed lots of little lines on my forehead and around my eyes mostly. My facial skin is also a lot more dry than it used to be.

Posted by angie | November 1, 2011 10:18 AM

Posted on November 1, 2011 10:18

I tweeted here: http://twitter.com/#!/FotoMacro/status/131389481906487297

Lee:

my adult skin is very dry as opposed to oily in my teens.

Posted by Lee | November 1, 2011 2:01 PM

Posted on November 1, 2011 14:01

Genie:

I use moisturizer. Lots.

Posted by Genie | November 1, 2011 2:02 PM

Posted on November 1, 2011 14:02

Cori Westphal:

My skin has gotten blochier for sure. And my pores are much bigger than they used to be!

coriwestphal at msn dot com

Posted by Cori Westphal | November 1, 2011 2:46 PM

Posted on November 1, 2011 14:46

Tweet: http://twitter.com/coriwestphal/statuses/131457898315395072

Posted by Cori Westphal | November 1, 2011 2:49 PM

Posted on November 1, 2011 14:49

Melissa:

My fine lines are beginning to show!

Posted by Melissa | November 2, 2011 9:30 AM

Posted on November 2, 2011 09:30

lisa:

I still have acne, yet am starting to get wrinkles.

Posted by lisa | November 2, 2011 10:32 AM

Posted on November 2, 2011 10:32

https://twitter.com/#!/MONKEYMOM8105/status/131756236424220672

Posted by lisa | November 2, 2011 10:35 AM

Posted on November 2, 2011 10:35

Kelly D:

My skin has changed as I have gotten older by becoming more dry and a little more sensitive.

Posted by Kelly D | November 2, 2011 12:23 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 12:23

tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/kellysaver/status/131783852497711104

Posted by Kelly D | November 2, 2011 12:25 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 12:25

Annmarie W.:

My skin has changed by not having as many pimples & acne. But my skin is blotchier and dry in spots...and now the wrinkles are starting!

Posted by Annmarie W. | November 2, 2011 2:14 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 14:14

I tweeted! http://twitter.com/#!/amweeks/status/131811644912316416

Posted by Annmarie W. | November 2, 2011 2:15 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 14:15

ewhatley:

I never had acne in my teens but I did get it in my twenties.

Posted by ewhatley | November 2, 2011 4:58 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 16:58

kenny acheson race:

Yea I agree you cant beat 2 strokes. really feel free to come over to our forum and start off some discussion for those who wish?

Posted by kenny acheson race | November 2, 2011 10:22 PM

Posted on November 2, 2011 22:22

veralyze:

i tried this and i love the ad and the item too

Posted by veralyze | November 3, 2011 1:31 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 01:31

Ericka T:

My skin has become dryer and rougher as I've aged.

Posted by Ericka T | November 3, 2011 6:01 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 06:01

April Taylor:

I have unwanted facial hair now. It's just a frustrating as pimples.

Posted by April Taylor | November 3, 2011 6:01 AM

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Posted by Ericka T | November 3, 2011 6:02 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 06:02

jennifer horn:

I never had acne as a teen, but seem to be getting it more often as I get older.

Posted by jennifer horn | November 3, 2011 7:47 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 07:47

tweeted. https://twitter.com/#!/jen_r_horn/status/132076648412626944

Posted by jennifer horn | November 3, 2011 7:50 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 07:50

Crystal:

My skin hasn't changed all that much yet, I'm doing what I can to keep it that way!

Posted by Crystal | November 3, 2011 8:12 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 08:12

Amy W.:

My skin is dryer and has red patches.

Posted by Amy W. | November 3, 2011 8:50 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 08:50

Tabitha Evans:

My skin keeps going from oily to dry!

Posted by Tabitha Evans | November 3, 2011 9:14 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 09:14

Anonymous:

my skin got better since i got pregnant

Posted by Anonymous | November 3, 2011 9:15 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 09:15

Amanda Hoffman:

Posted by Amanda Hoffman | November 3, 2011 9:16 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 09:16

cindy:

i have extremely dry skin
cindy0462@gmail.com

Posted by cindy | November 3, 2011 9:27 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 09:27

won:

As I've gotten older, my skin seems to know two things....either oily or dry.

No happy medium, and it changes with the weather and elements.

Posted by won | November 3, 2011 10:26 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 10:26

Melanie Johnson:

I have looked like a teenager my entire life and never given a thought to skincare. Now at 39, things are going downhill rapidly and the last twenty years have caught up to me. Wrinkles, spot and blemishes, oh my!

Posted by Melanie Johnson | November 3, 2011 10:27 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 10:27

http://twitter.com/#!/won2x/status/132117093234655232

Posted by won | November 3, 2011 10:29 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 10:29

Julie D.:

My skin has started to heal more slowly and has gotten more dry with age.

Posted by Julie D. | November 3, 2011 10:36 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 10:36

tweet
https://twitter.com/#!/giveawaysetc/status/132119266454544384

Posted by Julie D. | November 3, 2011 10:38 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 10:38

Alicia C.:

LOL - I went from having oily skin when I was younger to having wrinkles and dry, flaky skin. The worst? I still break out terribly during PMS... sigh.
ohmiss14 at yahoo dot com ☮

Posted by Alicia C. | November 3, 2011 11:09 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 11:09

Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/#!/amccrenshaw/status/132127776969986049
ohmiss14 at yahoo dot com ☮

Posted by Alicia C. | November 3, 2011 11:12 AM

Posted on November 3, 2011 11:12

ANGEL JACKLYN:

It doesn't seem to regenerate as quickly as it used to. My pores have enlarged & my skin has gotten oily. I used to think the acne would stop, but now I'm not so sure!

Posted by ANGEL JACKLYN | November 3, 2011 2:00 PM

Posted on November 3, 2011 14:00

2nd entry tweet @ http://twitter.com/#!/kytah00/status/132169869935390720

cw:

My skin has gotten drier as I've gotten older.

Posted by cw | November 3, 2011 2:01 PM

Posted on November 3, 2011 14:01

Jo:

My skin used to be very oily but as I'm getting older its becoming more of a combination skin with that oily annoying T spot.

Posted by Jo | November 3, 2011 4:07 PM

Posted on November 3, 2011 16:07

sarah hinhart: