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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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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    missgeek

    13 years ago

    I've been using this over 6 months now and still on that first bottle. For some reason I thought I ordered the liquid one, but was happy with the lotion one since winter was coming around. I used...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    ohsailor

    13 years ago

    EDITED: I've had to discontinue using this product - I think it was too harsh for my skin without having enough benefits. I suspect it may have caused a breakout that I am still dealing with now...

    About reviewer (27 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Kinky, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    jlzubiri

    13 years ago

    I have moderate acne usually around my chin and cheeks. I also have big pores and post acne scars from when I was 14 and had pretty bad acne. This product does dry out your skin so make sure to use...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other

    HairBlond

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    broadbent

    13 years ago

    Once again Paula has done her homework and created an effective, no nonsense product. Obviously not every product will work for everyone, but for the most part this is a very successful item. I...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairSilver

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    lucygirl

    13 years ago

    In September 2011 I bought this product and loved it. With promotional discount, it came out to just $15.16 for 4 oz. in a squeeze-top bottle. I went back to the site today, and it's now 3.3 oz. in...

    About reviewer (80 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    2.0
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    lass917

    13 years ago

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    About reviewer (16 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    dieffenbachia

    13 years ago

    Great product for clearing skin. Am about three months in now and I have noticed a marked improvement to the skin. I still get blemishes but I reckon that may be my less than diligent day/night...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    2.0
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    Skytenshi

    13 years ago

    I had been using Clinique's Clarifying Lotion 3 for a long time to keep my chin acne under control until Clinique reformulated all its clarifying lotions. The reformulated Clarifying Lotion 3...

    About reviewer (37 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    firesyren

    13 years ago

    I've been using this 2% BHA product for longer than any product of which I can think--I believe I started using this shortly after joining MUA, which was 10 years ago! Paula's Choice 2% BHA liquid...

    About reviewer (383 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    lucygirl

    13 years ago

    I love this at night, but I wish the cap were on the bottom of the bottle instead of the top. It's a thick formula that requires a lot of shaking to get it out! This review was originally written...

    About reviewer (80 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    azn123

    13 years ago

    I decided to order this since I've heard raving reviews for some time coming. I use this every night after cleansing, but I feel like a month in, I haven't seen any major results? Not too sure....

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

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    5.0
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    LeslieMUA

    13 years ago

    I am completely satisfied with this product. For as long as I can remember, I have had small, flesh-colored bumps all over my forehead. In the grand scheme of things, they were pretty mild in...

    About reviewer (32 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    bebe7

    13 years ago

    I have been using this for about 3 weeks now. Before, I tried the sample sizes of 2% BHA gel from PC and really liked it. I ordered the liquid because on PC's website, she indicated it was good for...

    About reviewer (191 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ktwinks

    13 years ago

    I'm on my third or fourth bottle of this, and I will continue to use it. While my skin is not breakout prone, I do get a few pimples around that time of the month. Since I started using this, my...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    marinahasber

    13 years ago

    I've used lotion since June of last year. After reading good reviews on the 2% BHA liquid, I continue to the product and do not use the 2% BHA lotion. I thought the liquid better than lotion after...

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    3.0
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    marinahasber

    13 years ago

    This is a good exfoliant but not strong enough to remove the blackheads on my nose and chin. This exfoliant also tend to dry out my skin when used daily. I use this exfoliant every morning even if...

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    Carbonara2

    13 years ago

    I refer to Paula's Beautypedia and Makeup Alley before buying ANY beauty product. In both cases, sometimes its a hit and sometimes its a miss. In this case, Paula's BHA is a definite hit for me. ...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    violetmist

    13 years ago

    No facial could ever give these results. I have to laugh at the women purchasing the Clairisonic saying their skin has never been clearer. This lotion does the job without excessive manipulation...

    About reviewer (547 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    jenfergo

    13 years ago

    I have used this product for several weeks now. I am one of those consumers who purchase and use products based on other people's experiences. After several applications I couldn't stand the after...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    amyelizabeth94

    13 years ago

    I think this is my HG. After taking a week off from using Paula's Choice BHA, I got 2 new break-outs. I haven't had any for three months and I've been using the BHA 1x a day for about 6 months...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

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