Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Paula's Choice

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3.9

1247 reviews
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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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    2.0
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    nikksters

    12 years ago

    Unfortunately my skin did not like this product. It was a bit of a mixed bag, because I did notice that my blemishes were reduced in size over night after applying before bed, however it dried out...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Olive, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlack

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    Les281

    12 years ago

    I have been struggling w/hormonal acne for over a yr & it has been quite a dramatic experience b/c as a teen I had clear skin. In an attempt to help my skin I purchased this. At the same time I...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    minervajulia

    12 years ago

    Left my face extremely oily and greasy-feeling. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairGrey, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    minervajulia

    12 years ago

    I like the liquid consistency, and it works OK at keeping my skin clear, but it leaves my face feeling a bit sticky and greasy. Oddly enough, Paula's 1% lotion is actually more effective for my...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairGrey, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Burma76

    12 years ago

    I have been using this product for 2 years. I love it!! It is my HG exfoliant. This, I combination with a BP cream and birth control pills has totally changed my skin. I used to have moderately bad...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

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    FloraC

    12 years ago

    I went to Europe in May 2011 and halfway through the trip, my skin started breaking out in ways I had never, ever seen. I don't know if it was the humidity that clogged my pores, the pollution, or...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    polarpooch

    12 years ago

    i used this for almost a year after switching from my old alpha hydrox oil free 10% AHA. i thought it would be better for my oily skin. at first, everything seemed ok...it seemed to exfoliate...

    About reviewer (220 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Other, Fine

    EyesBrown

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    LadyxBec

    12 years ago

    I got a sample of this along with the other PC BHA products The Good: It did work as advertised, my skin was softer, smoother and had less blemishes. The Bad: It is so messy! The liquid is...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairRed, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    LadyxBec

    12 years ago

    I got a sample of this, along with the other formulas of PC BHA. This was by far the best for me, and is a new HG product :D The Good: I like that this is a moisuturiser and BHA, because it...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairRed, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    dawnzartandlife

    13 years ago

    I have been using Paula's Choice for many years after trying every other skincare line for 30 years. This product has refined my skin texture, made my pores smaller, got rid of my blackheads on my...

    About reviewer (90 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    chikorita23

    13 years ago

    This is the first time I tried Paula's Choice products. I been starting to read beautypedia a lot few months ago! I learned a lot of ingredients knowledge and general myths about cosmetic...

    About reviewer (93 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    momominky

    13 years ago

    While BHA is a wonder product for me, I didn't like how this sat on my face for several minutes before absorbing. I prefer the Clear regular toner which is more elegant to use. This review was...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    momominky

    13 years ago

    BHA is my wonder poduct and reducing hormornal breakouts to nil. This formula is very effective if a little too emollient for my taste (there is no way I could ever wear it under makeup). During...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    jstrake1

    13 years ago

    Before using this product, my skin went from moderate acne to an all out war zone. My pores were so congested, my chin was riddled with cystic acne, poor skin texture, uneven skin tone, and acne...

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    rachaelvictorious

    13 years ago

    This product did nothing to help clear up my acne, and was irritating to my skin. I ended up sending it back. The best product I've found from Paula's Choice (and I've used many of them) is...

    About reviewer (26 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Sileny

    13 years ago

    I got this to help clean my pores, since I've been getting blackheads much more frequently. Also I needed a treatment for my body acne because creams are out of the question; they're too heavy. My...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinNormal, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Straight, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    EcoPretty

    13 years ago

    This lotion is the best breakout-preventer I've ever used. It's the only BHA product I could find that doesn't contain alcohol or dye. My oily skin is prone to whiteheads and as a result,...

    About reviewer (67 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    youampersandme

    13 years ago

    This product has been part of my skincare routine for a few years now and is, without a doubt, one of my must-haves! When I first purchased the liquid, I used it in the morning and evening, but now...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    staceyxs

    13 years ago

    i must say, i've fallen in love with this product. i don't really like purchasing products off the internet and i'm totally new to paula's choice , i've only heard it ever from this website! but i...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    hpunkinway

    13 years ago

    I have been using this product for so many years, I cannot remember when I started. It makes skin so smooth, gets rid of blockages in pores. Thing is, I have never used it nightly. It would be just...

    About reviewer (86 reviews)

    Age36-43

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