Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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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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    Hibiscus8

    16 years ago

    I've been using Paula's Choice 2% BHA lotion which I found great, especially when I mixed it with a drop of Jojoba oil as my daily moisturizer. I have re-purchased this product since being out of...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

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    PaperAlias

    16 years ago

    I was eager to buy this after reading reviews on MUA, but I held off and purchased a .15 oz sample on the PC website instead (for less than $3). My sample lasted for about a week since I only...

    About reviewer (160 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

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    Carol3

    16 years ago

    I used the 2% lotion for years and loved it. The new reformulation is hard to rub into the skin. Looks like rubbing sunscreen in. More sticky than before. Bring the old formula back! This review...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    amyfinke

    16 years ago

    I honestly believe this product has played a MAJOR part in clearing up my skin. I have oily/combination/acne-prone and since I have started using this product (2-3 months ago), my blackheads have...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

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    LoriLond

    16 years ago

    I use this or the liquid. The key to lotion is patience. It took 2 to 3 weeks to notice a difference. The instructions say to use a dime size amount, but I've found that I have needed to use at...

    About reviewer (119 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

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    LoriLond

    16 years ago

    This has changed my skin dramatically. I use a few drops at bedtime, let it dry, and put on shiseido's benefiance, and in the morning my skin is glowing. I switched from the BHA lotion to this. ...

    About reviewer (119 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

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    ewiggs26

    16 years ago

    This stuff has been a miracle for my super sensitive/breakout prone skin. It is soothing (never irritates my skin) and has made the texture of my skin amazing! If I see that a blemish is forming...

    About reviewer (78 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

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    natalie225

    16 years ago

    I love this product. I have sensitive skin and I am prone to break outs. This helps keep my skin clear from white heads, black heads, and clogged pores. I use only once a day, usually in the...

    About reviewer (62 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium

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    savanna427

    16 years ago

    Let me start by saying that I have a break out problem and have been trying everything in order to calm my face. Until recently I had been using a Clarisonic and then this afterward. It worked...

    About reviewer (38 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Coarse

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    Tetonia

    16 years ago

    I use this a couple of times a week to keep my skin clear of clogged pores and breakouts. I have applied it both with a cotton pad and with my fingers, and I prefer the bare hand approach. I feel...

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

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    perfectionist_virgo

    16 years ago

    I received this product via mail yesterday and am writing a review based on my overnight results! Granted, I will have to continue to update but so far so good. Background: oily, acne-prone skin...

    About reviewer (76 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Dark

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    SensitiveCC

    16 years ago

    I have really sensitive skin type and my skin can still tolerate this liquid. No irritation at all!! Only one concern, I can't use this lotion everyday. If I use this everyday, it exfoliates too...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

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    missannabelle

    16 years ago

    Unfortunately, my skin did not react well to this product. It is a shame because I do believe from analyzing its ingredient list and the numerous positive reviews that this is probably an amazing...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Medium

    HairBrunette

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    Paulygirl21

    16 years ago

    This review might be a bit premature, as I just started using this product last night. I bought this after reading a bit about BHA vs. AHA on Paula's website and the reviews here. I have...

    About reviewer (143 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

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    scarlette77

    16 years ago

    This is the only thing that keeps my skin the clearest and glowing. Dessert island worthy - and I've searched high and low to make my skin care regime simple and effective. This, with the One step...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium

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    Onyxopi

    16 years ago

    This keeps my skin clear and smooth, while providing light hydration. After years of searching for suitable skincare products, I have finally had success with Paula’s Choice. Excellent products...

    About reviewer (129 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

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    MadameFabulina

    16 years ago

    Soooo much better for me than Dermadoctor's Ain't Misbehavin' Serum; plus, this is so much cheaper! Saw an overnight improvement in the blackheads around my cheeks - my nose is a little more slow...

    About reviewer (274 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

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    rachaelp

    16 years ago

    Love it. I love that it's colorless, it can be worn under makeup, it doesn't have a gross smell (yet is still fragrance free)--I love everything. But most of all, I love that it works. It is...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

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    gothpixie

    16 years ago

    This stuff is truly amazing - I've used lots of different BHA/salicylic acid products over the years but none of them were as effective as this liquid. I had nice skin until about 3 years ago when...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairOther

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    4.0
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    suzieqs86

    16 years ago

    I LOVE THIS! it got rid of my white heads forever! yay. just beware of the purging!!!!!!! i cant put it on my cheeks at all or i will break out! and it lasts for such a long time! This review was...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

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