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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    psyche1812

    15 years ago

    I had to suffer a terrible break out after a long holiday last month (2wks at the beach). I tried AHA and BHA (PC's 2% liquid) after reading good reviews here. But after very first days of...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    furby623

    15 years ago

    I love it!! It makes my skin soft and reduce redness on my cheeks and forehead. I will buy again. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    basmah

    15 years ago

    I absolutely love this product. If I had to choose one HG skincare product, this would definitely be it. I must admit that i'm a skincare product junkie and that I've tried many different products,...

    About reviewer (107 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Other

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    mapn

    15 years ago

    UPDATE 03/2010: Since I have a bottle standing in our bathroom cupboard (which my BF regularly uses), I've been experimenting with it every now and then in the hopes of it actually doing something...

    About reviewer (688 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairRed, Straight, Coarse

    EyesGreen

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    sg00

    15 years ago

    I really don't know what to think about this product. The plus is that it DOES help my cystic acne, and nothing besides BP has done that so far. I've been trying to wean off BP recently because of...

    About reviewer (71 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    stopthesmap

    15 years ago

    I originally started on the 2% BHA gel, as it was my first Paula's Choice product, and being unaware of the consistencies thought, that it would be the best for my slightly dry, combination skin....

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Other

    HairBlack

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    Gimp

    15 years ago

    I have never suffered from horrible cystic acne, but do have the occasional breakout: blackheads, whiteheads, a pimple or two. This product is truly a savior. I first bought it because I had a...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

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    kekecat

    15 years ago

    I really took a dislike to Paula due to the fact she seems so up her own backside and false but I thought she talks the talk - her products must be good. I ordered samples of the 2% gel and this....

    About reviewer (108 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Curly, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    lpolo

    15 years ago

    I have been using this for years and I rarely break out. My nephew recently started breaking out and I gave him some of this to use and his face started clearing up. Most of his acne was gone in...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

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    Sailorina

    15 years ago

    Lovely BHA product. Didn't do anything for my nose blackheads, but imparted a nice glow to my face. I think it had *some* affect on my generally clogged complexion. The texture is a big tacky...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

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    kanchii

    15 years ago

    Going to a different country for the summer was exciting, but it caused a HAVOC to my annoying skin. My skin is always EASILY clogged and even though I don't break out in big, painful pimples, I...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    coralie

    15 years ago

    I have fairly severe acne and sensitive skin. I wasn't expecting this to clear me up, I was just hoping it would help improve the appearance of my skin a little. Well, it did. I had been using...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    reallychelseawow

    15 years ago

    A long joint review by me and my mom. My mom started watching Paula on City Line reviewing makeup products and her "Don't go to the makeup counter without me". Then she started to purchase her...

    About reviewer (137 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    KarenI

    15 years ago

    I have used this product for years. It's the best!!! Whenever I get those annoying under the skin bumps this product erases it within days!! Can't live without it!!! This review was originally...

    About reviewer (41 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    little_blueberry

    15 years ago

    Cannot say enough good things about this product. When I try other products and I get breakouts from them, I go to this stuff and every time it clears my skin right back up. Truly, truly truly a...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    joyann78

    15 years ago

    I LOVE this product! I have searched high and low for something that would help clear my clogged pores, and this is what did it. I use it in combination with the benzoyl peroxide acne treatment,...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    nicolefox_ot

    15 years ago

    I had been using the 2% gel and switched to the lotion. Both products are great, I just wanted something more moisturizing. I swear my skin has never looked better since I've been using these. I...

    About reviewer (71 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    ThisGirl0

    15 years ago

    I really enjoy reading Paula's books. Her Beauty Bible: 2nd Edition was the single most educational book (regarding skin care) that I have ever read. Though I don't agree with her 100% on...

    About reviewer (174 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinNormal, Fair, Warm

    HairBlond, Straight, Coarse

    EyesGreen

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    mshuynh

    15 years ago

    Unfortuanetly for me this product did not help my skin. i am 25yrs old and suffer constantly with acne. i have tried several different routines and have even used retin-A (which did not help). i...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    mooks06

    15 years ago

    Have just began using this product and I think it will definitely become a fixed part of my routine. In just afew days my black heads have cleared and my skin looks clear and soft. Early days yet,...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

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