Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Paula's Choice

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3.9

1247 reviews
72%
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3.5/5
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description

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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    5.0
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    bande4

    10 years ago

    Even though I have sensitive to dry skin this works incredibly well on my blaon my nose and chin. Can't live without it. I Use all of paulas products and my 51 year skin has never looked...

    About reviewer (27 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    roselocious

    10 years ago

    Never get wrong with Paula's choice skin care line, i use this bha perfecting liquid to recover my acne face.I have a combination skin, Before i use this product i severe from acnes for long time,...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    Kat308

    10 years ago

    I have blackheads on my nose and this product is much better than most others-and I've tried them all. From steaming my face and then squeezing them,(they come back) scrubs,(they come back),...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    PorscheGirl1

    10 years ago

    I can't live without it, it really does keep those white heads away! :)

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    madcancer7

    10 years ago

    I have gone through 1 bottle and is currently halfway through my second bottle, I do like it because it helps prevent breakouts and clogged pores and leaves my skin clear. I have gone through...

    About reviewer (80 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBlack, Wavy, Other

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    babybefree

    10 years ago

    i'm surprised by the relatively low ratings for this product! this stuff cleared up my skin after a decade long battle. my skin: sensitive, dry, prone to dehydration, reactive, break out in...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

    HairOther, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    krisco110

    10 years ago

    My holy grail skincare item. For pretty much my entire teenage and adult life, I dealt with acne and flaky skin. My first big breakthrough happened when I purchased a clairsonic face brush; the...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Anera

    10 years ago

    My skin was never nice and even. I have always had acne and acne scars (from popping them, eww), blackheads, a lot of redness and enlarged pores. I tried a lot of different regimens and products :...

    About reviewer (144 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    ehmvee

    10 years ago

    I've started applying this about 3 weeks ago and now my forehead is flawless. However I was experiencing a minor breakout the first 2 weeks, and this week I've been getting these large inflamed...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    kmclallen

    10 years ago

    On my ongoing quest for clearing up my acne -- tried EVERYTHING, I thought perhaps this was just another "try" not very hopeful. Paula's Choice does offer samples in almost everything. Tried a few...

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Katzie105

    10 years ago

    I love this stuff. There are a few drawbacks but those are forgiven due to how well this clears up my skin. I have super sensitive skin that breaks out from literally everything, even blowing...

    About reviewer (66 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    pratimapeanut

    10 years ago

    I can't live without this product, I use it twice a day and really helps keep my skin clear and bright. I never experience any irritation or over drying of the skin by using this so often which is...

    About reviewer (26 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    BueatyAndBikes

    10 years ago

    This product came recommended (plus the website really gives good 'sell') and it is affordable. But it really doesn't do much. It is thick but not really moisturising. It gave my little white-heads...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinVery Dry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    1.0
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    frippery

    10 years ago

    Tlldr; Clogging Filmng agents /HORRIBLY OILY LOOKING while it's on / feels slimey/ never sinks in / but then DRIES THE CR*P out your skin once you take it off / contains Polysorbate 20, known to...

    About reviewer (180 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairOther, Wavy, Medium

    EyesOther

    1.0
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    SkullGlitter

    10 years ago

    I usually don't have problems with BHAs, my skin's liked them in the past and has reacted well to them. This product broke me out no matter how much or little I used. A bunch of little whiteheads...

    About reviewer (296 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    sezling

    10 years ago

    My friend raved about this as the secret to her perfect skin so I took the plunge. Also the website has good deals from time to time so affordability isn't the problem. The only thing is it doesn't...

    About reviewer (86 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    chewedcucumber

    10 years ago

    I use in the mornings. Still not sure how much of a difference it's making, but I'm convinced it's a good thing to have in my routine. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Romyw

    10 years ago

    Another great product from Paula's choice! This really tightens and clears the pores on my nose and smooths the skin on the rest of my face. I love this stuff! It totally refines my skin, gently...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Shiahyr

    10 years ago

    Great product! I have been using Paula Choice's AHA 5% and 8% gel for about a year, and while I did see improvements in my skin tone and pigmentation, I still had an issue with blackheads and some...

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    lushlife505

    10 years ago

    I liked this BHA. It did not irritate my skin and seemed to help with blemishes. Not as well as my benzoyl peroxide but together they work great. This is not a toner but I definitely prefer this...

    About reviewer (1268 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

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