Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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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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    5.0
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    Msmimi724

    15 years ago

    I have been using this now for 2 months. I had developed cystic acne about a year ago and have tried every product on the market. Currently I am using Differin gel at night, and have added the...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    squiggles37

    15 years ago

    I've had moderate acne (whiteheads on my forehead, temples and cheeks) for 11 years and have tried everything from drugstore acne treatments to Decleor cleansing oil to DDF glycolic toners. I then...

    About reviewer (166 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    amyzan8

    15 years ago

    I had to switch to this from the 1% product because it contained an ingredient derived from chamomile, which I discovered caused an allergic reaction. I am forty, and my skin in moderately oily,...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    sophitia36

    15 years ago

    Background: 26 years old, normal skin (with some dryness in the winter, oiliness in the summer), not particularly sensitive. My skin is basically very well behaved. With the exception of some...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

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    2.0
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    Dawn13

    16 years ago

    For some reason, last winter, I severely suffered from cystic acne - I still don't know where it came from and nothing helped. So I tried this. At first, it worked wonders - the cysts were gone in...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    mapn

    16 years ago

    This was just as horrible as the 1% BHA lotion. Apparently, it wasn't the silicones that were breaking me out, as I originally suspected, because the 2% version doesn't contain any. Every time I...

    About reviewer (688 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairRed, Straight, Coarse

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    lipsticknut

    16 years ago

    I've been using this for years and it really works. I have mild rosacea, and can't use benzoyl peroxide. I use this BHA liquid for the occasional blemish, dabbing on a bit with a Q-tip. Within two...

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

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    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

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    5.0
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    brillopad

    16 years ago

    I honestly cannot live without this product! I have struggled with acne for many, many years and after giving this product a try and using it consistently for a few months, my skin is smooth and...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Other

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    SkinSense78

    16 years ago

    Very different texture than the 1% which literally melts into the skin. This one is very thick and hard to smooth into the skin, though I only use it at night so a white cast isn't a problem. I...

    About reviewer (73 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

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    4.0
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    rpinto323

    16 years ago

    I'm still on the fence about this product. I'm a skin care junkie and there was so many great things posted on the skin board that I had to try it. I'm still not sure if it is really doing...

    About reviewer (81 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Straight, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    blondieish

    16 years ago

    Love this product, esp for results w/ blackheads. Paula's choice is have a sale on their website, based on # of products bought. 15% off with purchase of 3 items, and the discount goes up from...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesOther

    1.0
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    erins720

    16 years ago

    I can't say enough good things about this product. I've struggled with skin issues for my entire life. Mostly dryness, sensitivity, and psoriasis, but starting at about 17 (go figure, when most...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    katie_alti

    16 years ago

    I ordered the reformuated version of the lotion last week, and while it is noticably thicker I don't have any problems with it rubbing in or or leaving a white cast. Even worn under my sunscreen...

    About reviewer (54 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    stellarfungi

    16 years ago

    <b>Me</b>: 22, combo, oily nose/chin and dry everywhere else. I bought this to dissolve the blackheads on my nose and chin and close up the pores all over.<br><br> <b>The product</b>: $19 for 4...

    About reviewer (62 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    GulieQ

    16 years ago

    Update: I no longer use this, as I've found BHA products much better suited to my freakishly oily skin (No glycols-- the Skin Beautiful and the Garden Of Wisdom Brands). However, this PC product...

    About reviewer (98 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Oily, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    crystal01

    16 years ago

    This is not irritating at all, it's actually kinda moisturizing, though it really did help with my acne, I don't have as many breakouts any more, it did not help with my blackheads and whiteheads...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    ninitin

    16 years ago

    I have STRUGGLED with acne since I was a teenager. People would always say that it would go away as an adult, but, of course, they were wrong in my case. This BHA liquid has been a lifesaver!! ...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    sarahhernan

    16 years ago

    i loved this bha product at first because it seemed to be removing my blackheads but after a while it just stopped working,...:( so dissapointed.. doesnt come through This review was originally...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    1.0
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    jengregoire

    16 years ago

    The consistency of this product is horrible! The lotion is very thick and sticky. It is like smearing Elmer's glue all over your face. In addition, the formula stays white (like zinc oxide) on...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    grosch

    16 years ago

    This lotion used to be great...unfortunately, they just reformulated it resulting in an extremely disappointing product. I love the 1% lotion and was looking forward to stepping up to the 2% after...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

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