Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Paula's Choice

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3.9

1247 reviews
72%
would repurchase
3.5/5
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description

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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    lirial

    16 years ago

    I clog easily and have very senstive, acne-prone skin, so many BHA preparations I just can't use because of the clog or irritation potential in the lotion or gel formulas they use. This is a...

    About reviewer (132 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Andreangel

    16 years ago

    After years of trying different formulations I am not back to Paula's. This is still the best and in my experience, more effective than the DHC version, which has far too much ingredients and a...

    About reviewer (134 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    lulufakename

    16 years ago

    I have found that this has helped my adult acne. I use it at night only (liberally), which seems to be enough for me. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

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    Serious1y

    16 years ago

    =[ =[ =[ Im so sad that this hasnt worked for me. I have been using it for around 3 weeks? Blackheads that were there before are still there and today I have noticed some very small blackheads...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    creissant

    16 years ago

    Wow! HG product for me! I've been using PC 1% BHA lotion for about a year and have been happy with the results. However, my skin gets a bit flaky with the onset of colder weather, so I purchased...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairSilver

    EyesHazel

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    BoxOfRocks

    16 years ago

    Yes, it cleared my skin somewhat...but only after 2-3 weeks of making it break out badly. And if I stopped using the product, then started again, woe unto my face because the cycle of breakouts...

    About reviewer (61 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    babydoll200

    16 years ago

    I have a myriad of skin issues........my skin is combination but it is also sensitive and after having three kids, a bit of rosacea started showing. I have always had blackheads on my nose and a...

    About reviewer (27 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    unaversal

    16 years ago

    After 1 year of using this consistently day and night, I think it lost its effectiveness. I still got pimplesm, so it wasn't as miraculous as Paula says on her website. It did reduce the amount of...

    About reviewer (40 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

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    lindz029

    16 years ago

    Absolutely disgusting product. I don't know what crap she put into this product but after you put it on your skin is sticky, tacky, and oily (perfect breeding ground for bacteria). I don't agree...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    na8i

    16 years ago

    I have oily/combo skin with some flakies and small blackheads on my nose. Almost immediately I noticed a positive effect on both the blackheads (who became less numerous) and on the flakies (which...

    About reviewer (288 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Benzgirl79

    16 years ago

    Me: Sensitive, combination skin that is going through a seasonal breakout. Some dry patches on cheeks and nose. My skin also tends to be a tiny bit ruddy. I also get some surprise breakouts and...

    About reviewer (131 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    jalovette

    16 years ago

    The Paula's Choice line is excellent. I have struggled with acne, oily, reddened skin and this has been a life saver. I had used pro activ for years and it worked o.k to keep my skin from...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Pam_Power

    16 years ago

    Fabulous! Leaves my skin smooth and soft. Also helps prevent breakouts and calms my skin after a night of boozing. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    bubbletea78

    16 years ago

    When my order finally arrived, I was super excited about trying this product since I've heard so many great reviews. NOT SO MUCH! I used this product for 2 weeks. At first I thought the product...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    mink

    16 years ago

    This is by far one of the most effective skincare products I've ever used!!! I've been using this for almost 3 months now and it has really tamed my hormonal breakouts and helped clear the clogged...

    About reviewer (61 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    annie_b

    16 years ago

    Wow. I'm sure I've spent thousands of dollars over the course of my life on skincare products and treatments, and the vast majority disappoint. This is one of the truly excellent products I've...

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Curly, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    lydeeah

    16 years ago

    This didn't work for my pimples. I don't have a lot. Just a few medium sized ones that are red for a while. And then they all leave pigmented spots after they're gone. This BHA is supposed to help...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Tiger_sist

    16 years ago

    I cant believe I didnt discover this sooner. This BHA liquid is a life saver! I had been having so-so to pretty bad skin for 2 years and now I can finally say my skin is going to be better than...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    queenmary223

    16 years ago

    I love this stuff!!! It's really improved the condition of my skin...smoother and more even!! I have very sensitive skin and this does not irritate it....I have acne prone skin and this helps to...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    3.0
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    staceb1990

    16 years ago

    UPDATE: Unfortunately, this stuff stopped working it's magic. I think after a while it started clogging my pores so I stopped using it. I'm lowering my rating. This stuff is wonderful! After...

    About reviewer (59 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

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