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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    5.0
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    shellyb4

    17 years ago

    I tried this after I found the 2% BHA lotion was just a tad bit too moisturizing for me. That will probably be better in the winter...anyway - LOVE the liquid version. In addition to the BHA - it...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

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    5.0
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    jenseneiklor

    17 years ago

    I have been using this product for my combo skin going on 3 years. I can not find anything better for skin than this! This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    lunepremie

    17 years ago

    I have purchased this lotion after trying out the gel version. I was very impressed with how quickly the blemishes disappeared and how soft and toned my skin felt after I used the 2% gel. I bought...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    cmgoody6

    17 years ago

    I've been using this for more than 7 years. In the past I had big issues with acne and this was the only product that really seemed to help me. I have since gone through two series of accutane...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal

    HairBlond

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    cameliaflower

    17 years ago

    This is my HG BHA product. It really clears and shrinks my pores. I ordered a bunch of samples of all the BHA products from PC and this is the one I like the most. The gel left a film on the skin...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairBrown

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    5.0
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    mitali79

    17 years ago

    Paula's 2% BHA liquid is great. The trick is not to use too much, otherwise it leaves skin feeling very sticky. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion...

    About reviewer (32 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

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    vantastic

    17 years ago

    I love the idea of an acidic exfoliant more than an abrasive one but this lotion is not worth the white heads and pimples it gave me! I have also tried the other gel formula and it did the same...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    shellyb4

    17 years ago

    This is the first BHA product I have successfully used with my rosacea. Typically they are too irritating or drying. I'm using this immediately prior to applying Noritate at night- followed by a...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

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    jennysong

    17 years ago

    I may be a minority here but this lotion made my skin even worse. It's not the first time I've used products with BHA in them but somehow my skin reacted badly with this lotion. Paula's skin care...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther

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    5.0
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    Shamisen

    17 years ago

    I am pretty much totally dependent on this product to maintain my skin. If I run out my skin turns to crap in about a week. I sometimes think my skin doesn't look that great, and think maybe I'll...

    About reviewer (142 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Cathimag16

    17 years ago

    This is a great product even for sensitive skin. I've been using this for about 2 months and I've had great results. I have sensitive skin, combination skin, with breakouts usually on my jaw,...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    carenab

    17 years ago

    I have to have this product. I have very acne prone skin and this is part of my clear skin routine. I stopped using it for a while just to see if I could eliminate it since I can only purchase...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    ihatespots

    18 years ago

    well, i might be the only few that cant see this lotion working. i bought this when reading the boards and all the positive reviews on here, along with some other PC products. i got to say that...

    About reviewer (332 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    2.0
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    bluezinnia

    18 years ago

    I bought a sample of this. Unfortunately, it stung like crazy. I later ordered the 2% BHA lotion, and I like that very much. Apparently my skin is too sensitive for the liquid. This review was...

    About reviewer (157 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

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    4.0
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    bluestlight

    18 years ago

    I've said in numerous reviews how much I adore and use Paula's products--if your interested in this product you wont be let down. I was getting breakouts about 2 years ago. It left uneven skin tone...

    About reviewer (41 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    dee0219

    18 years ago

    I am 20 years old and have suffered with mild acne since I was about 13. I developed an allergy to BP when I was 19, and I am not a reliable pill taker, so taking my prescription antibiotics was...

    About reviewer (63 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Vesta1

    18 years ago

    I have always suffered from break outs on my chin area and larger pores around the nose. This lotion is amazing. It is definitely has high anti-inflammation properties in it. After 4 days of...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    aquadisia

    18 years ago

    I've been using this chemical exfoliant along with Paula's AHA 8% gel for almost four years and I love it. It keeps my pores clean and skin tone even and glowing. The only gripe I have about this...

    About reviewer (26 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    julieamber0

    18 years ago

    This has gotten more expensive recently, but it is still worth the money. It really helps keep my pores unclogged. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    meowsandsuch

    18 years ago

    Background: I have sensitive, combination, acne-prone skin. I had been using Proactiv with some success for about the past 6 years. Within the past 10 years I've gone through 2 bad bouts of cystic...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Other

    EyesBrown

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