Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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3.9

1247 reviews
72%
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A unique leave-on formula that’s gentle enough for daily use on all skin types. Exfoliates dead skin cells while clearing pores for a more even, radiant tone, plus visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles to reveal remarkably smoother, younger-looking skin. This exfoliant has an optimal pH range of 3.2–3.8.

ingredients

Water⁠, Methylpropanediol⁠, Butylene Glycol⁠, Salicylic Acid⁠, Polysorbate 20⁠, Camellia Oleifera⁠, Sodium Hydroxide⁠, Tetrasodium EDTA⁠

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    4.0
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    swirlingblacklily

    10 years ago

    This isn't the 2% BHA formulation that I -should- used based on my skin type (combo) but it's the only one I can use on a daily basis without my skin getting dry, flaky, and irritated. For me, this...

    About reviewer (164 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Dark, Warm

    HairBlack, Kinky, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    jlindberg

    10 years ago

    I tried this for about a month, thinking I had to stick around long enough to see if it was a purging reaction or not. My skin is covered with pimples, my skin feels dry and a bit itchy after...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    internetgirl

    10 years ago

    After only one time use, my skin was peeling and flaking. The product makes your face look shiny. The texture is also sticky.

    About reviewer (82 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    leela123

    10 years ago

    Great product, love it! It has really helped to reduce my clogged pores. I had so many clogged pores that i couldnt count them, my skin looked especially bad under certain lighting because of all...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Oily, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    CAgurll0306

    10 years ago

    I've found this exfoliant works wonders for my combination skin. I've been using it twice daily for 2 years now and my breakouts (which were BAD) have been virtually non existent, and my skin has...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    christyness

    10 years ago

    This is an excellent product, but alas, it isn't for me. Pros - Amazing at gentle exfoliation of the skin surface AND inside the pores. Leaves skin smooth and softened. Cons - This is...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    soonbslim

    10 years ago

    I must say that I do not rally care for Paula. I agree with the others that say her reviews are skewed to point you to her products; however, I must say that this product is a winner. I have...

    About reviewer (23 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

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    antiguru

    10 years ago

    I bought this last year, full size on sale, due to a blogger's recommendation. I'm not actually sure that it didn't do its designated job because I always gave in and washed it off. You're...

    About reviewer (288 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    crnasilvac

    10 years ago

    I have acne prone, sensitive, extremly oily skin that is covered in clogged pores. Using this together with Paula's AHA made a huge difference in my skin. It has never ever been so smooth and pores...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

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    ahmiee29

    10 years ago

    I really and truly wanted to make this work for me. I gave it two chances with almost a year apart until I decided that this makes my skin a living nightmare. I've read such raving reviews for it...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlond, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ConradZimmerman

    10 years ago

    What a great product. Since stopping using harsh cleansers with polyethylene beads or apricot kernal/walnut shells this product has been my go to exfoliant next to the liquid BHA from PA. Overnight...

    About reviewer (58 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    Twiga

    10 years ago

    I initially bought this a while ago, but didn't start using it regularly until recently. The trick with this is to use a little bit every day - you won't see much effect if you only use it once in...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    dededa80

    10 years ago

    I am 35 and suffer from adult acne and also have super sensitive and dry skin. I've tried so many different creams, lotions, alpha/beta peels, facials, and just anything under the skin to change...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    AlexandraN

    10 years ago

    Have had an interesting journey with this product. Purchased way back in 2012 as an alternative to my Benzoyl Peroxide which kept me 85% clear but was looking for something more. When I swapped out...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    luvhydration

    10 years ago

    Penetrates/degunks my skin/pores, whiteheads, blackheads, and papules/pustules. Couldn't be happier with a chemical exfoliant - although I think I'm actually going to buy the gel next time. If this...

    About reviewer (24 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    anotherpartofme

    10 years ago

    I've been using this for 11 months now and I really like it. I was having very bad breakouts on my chin for a year and I had awful blackheads on my nose so I decided to try it out. I use it on my...

    About reviewer (33 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Ellelless

    10 years ago

    Ok, I will preface this comment by saying I actually don't like most PC products. I have purchased and sent back MANY PC items because they break me out. However this product is one I cannot live...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    ipakis

    10 years ago

    Firstly my skin routine ->. I use darphing cleansing gel with lilly. Toner-> pharmacy recipe (salisilic acid 3+ resorcine 3 + distill water 100 + eu de rose 100 + alcoll 200 ) As a moustrizer,...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBlack, Other, Medium

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    One1Cherry

    10 years ago

    The only thing i did not like, actually absolutely hated was that i left my skin greasy. Even though i have part dry skin, it still feels ikky and I could not wait to finish it. i'm left with the...

    About reviewer (414 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Other, Fine

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    MES

    10 years ago

    I have dry skin that is clog prone and this made my acne and clogs worse. I like that it's not drying like a lot of other salicylic acid products and it does not sting when applied. I did notice...

    About reviewer (621 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

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