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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    5.0
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    karinatwork

    18 years ago

    I am a recent convert to the 2% BHA liquid. A couple of years ago I started my BHA routine with the 1% lotion, 2% liquid with a cotton pad (didn't do nothing for me) then went to the 1% Gel, 2% Gel...

    About reviewer (121 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    1.0
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    fififiona

    18 years ago

    This product is awesome. It's really clearing away the blackheads on my nose and all the clogged pores on my forehead have disappeared. It can get a little drying so I try not to use it everyday....

    About reviewer (38 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    jentalkin2u

    18 years ago

    I used this stuff for over a year. It really cleaned out my pores and usually prevented break-outs. The problems I have with it is the packaging - ugly bottle, plus you can't see through it, like...

    About reviewer (80 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    NickelEmily

    18 years ago

    This stuff is the HG of exfoliators if you have sensitive skin or acnes prone skin (or both). It goes on like water, so you don't feel that build up feeling of lotions and gels. It works great. ...

    About reviewer (62 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

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    ChaosAndCandy

    18 years ago

    I've only used this for a couple days, so I haven't really seen a reduction in clogged pores/blackheads, but if and when I do, I'll update. I think this stuff is really good for combo/oily skin. I...

    About reviewer (103 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    renee2424

    18 years ago

    In theory, this should work really well, and it probably does for other people. I have very unpredictable, tempermental skin, and I thought this would end the constant battle with the acne that I...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairRed

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Nell8

    18 years ago

    Reading Paula's book this year has completely changed the way I look at my skin now and as such I have changed most of my skin products. I use this liquid and alternate it every other night with...

    About reviewer (63 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    lysastone

    18 years ago

    This keeps the pores on my nose clean, I use nightly only, after face wash (daily facials). I use occasionally in combination with the benzoyl peroxide from the same line, it keeps my skin tight...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Wavy, Other

    EyesHazel

    2.0
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    SunriseSunset

    18 years ago

    For the first few weeks of using this, my skin looked great. The blemishes cleared up nicely and it prevented new ones from forming. Then out of nowhere, I began to break out badly and my skin...

    About reviewer (339 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    trshafer

    18 years ago

    I really love this stuff. I have used it for many months and on different parts of my body. It has cleaned out and reduced the pores on my nose until they are (almost) invisible. I also use it on...

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Jaqueta

    18 years ago

    This is an HG product for me. I've tried all kinds of products in my quest to get rid of blackheads and nothing has ever worked-until this. It's very soothing on my face (I attribute this to the...

    About reviewer (71 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    michkal

    18 years ago

    This must be the best BHA product I have tried. I prefer this to the lotion form, as that one felt slimy on my skin. I purchased the spray top, and I spray the product onto a pad and apply. It...

    About reviewer (195 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Pheebie

    18 years ago

    This product is absolutely amazing and a staple for me – I CANNOT be without it. I began using it 6 months ago, and for those past 6 months I have had incredibly blemish-free skin. Me! I can’t...

    About reviewer (377 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Other, Neutral

    HairBrown, Curly, Fine

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    kitnkat3104

    18 years ago

    I got this to help with the stubborn blackheads I have in my T zone, (mostly on my nose and chin). It is really helping to clear them up, they are not gone yet but I am hopefull that will happen...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Shmabby

    18 years ago

    I have serious undying blackheads. Blackheads that will cling to my face until my very last breath. I also have very oily skin that can be extremely flakey and dry at the same time. Enter...

    About reviewer (98 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    2.0
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    JasonPToms

    18 years ago

    I used this lotion and it has had no effect...I will stick with my daily cleansing routine... This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    Queen of Quartz

    18 years ago

    This burned the life out of my skin. No matter how little I use this (once a day, or even once a week) it's given me the type of red-blotchy-burn that I got when I washed with 10% BP way back in...

    About reviewer (60 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Curly, Medium

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    maia74

    18 years ago

    I was excited to try this...I often get acne on my back in the summer, and from the glowing reviews for this product I decided to try in in the liquid formula, as it was specified that is the...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    lunamoth

    18 years ago

    I have been using Paula's Choice 2% BHA lotion for years because it works! It is a gentle yet effective exfoliant. I have found that consistent use of this product prevents rough bumpy skin. I...

    About reviewer (24 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

    EyesOther

    3.0
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    anniele

    18 years ago

    I must say that while this did a pretty good job of keeping my skin clear (which is a huge accomplishment, as I'm pretty acne-prone), I have to admit that I much prefer Olay's Total Effects...

    About reviewer (56 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Tan, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

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