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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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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    Nadusha

    18 years ago

    Just wanted to add that this gentle yet powerful formula has the highest amount of antioxidant green tea comparing to other Paula's peels. Therefor it calms my skin greatly. It might be used under...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    2.0
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    pr3m0

    18 years ago

    i got a sample of the 2% lotion, used for a week straight. my dry/oily skin texture changed in a good way. it got much smoother, and the flaky dryness completely went away. my skin was still...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    TRKK

    18 years ago

    Thought I was hooked on the 2% BHA gel but this takes the cake. My skin is slightly oily especially on the T zone. Highly sensitive. OSPW. Been using the 2% gel for awhile now and while I was...

    About reviewer (215 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    1.0
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    cox_kari

    18 years ago

    Unfortunately, this product made me breakout like crazy! I used this for two weeks and finally stopped using it when I had about 10 blemishes on my face -- 4 cystic and 6 regular. Normally, I'll...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

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    argoddess

    18 years ago

    I bought a sample of this and am glad I didn't spring for the full-size. The lotion gave me a few blemishes, left me greasy, and didn't have the awesome skin clearing and smoothing effects of...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

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    argoddess

    18 years ago

    EDIT: this gave me painful acne on my chin, so i stopped using it there, and it cleared up. i still use on my forehead and nose, but i now avoid the lower part of my face. This is Paula's best...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    mulberrylove

    18 years ago

    Aside from agreeing with the below reviews on the amazing pore-clearing, smoothing, and brightening effects of this product, I have to rave about its super gentle formula. I had a rare pimple which...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    lwagner3701

    18 years ago

    Awesome Awesome stuff. I have finally found a product that I will actually purchase again. Check this line out, everything is GREAT! This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Cara_M

    18 years ago

    I'm loving this product - I really wish I hadn't taken so long to try it. At last something that really WORKS! It's really helping reduce my breakouts and clear out my stubborn clogged pores. I...

    About reviewer (201 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

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    SonyaGA

    18 years ago

    Let me start by saying that I'm sure this is not a bad product. Afterall, it has received rave reviews here. The 2% concentration is just too much for my skin type. I have always had very oily skin...

    About reviewer (69 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ldwj

    18 years ago

    this is a great bha product! I've used it for quite a while, on and off. I am using retin-a micro right now. I don't use it very often, since the combo can be too drying. Anyway, the real reason I...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairOther

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Giannina

    18 years ago

    This stuff is great, I use it in my back and chest, it seems to stop bumps before turning into pimples, I'm so buying this again This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin...

    About reviewer (324 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairRed, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    thomasayu

    18 years ago

    The best BHA product out in the market! If you are suffering from blackheads, blemishes(slight to moderate), uneven skin tone, slightly redness, then you have to get it! This product wont turn...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    FairlyVanilla

    18 years ago

    Without a doubt, the BEST BHA product on the entire market!!! No one does skin care like Paula does, backed with the actual, proper research!! This formulation is prefect for normal to oily skin,...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinNormal, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Straight, Other

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    jmby

    18 years ago

    I work with a lot of actresses and print models who ask me what I use on myself, and the Paula's Choice skin line is the one thing I tell them all to check out. I'm blessed with fantastic genes,...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily

    HairRed

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    bethainy

    19 years ago

    I have been using this for a while and so far it's my HG for nighttime! [Update: There isn't much stickiness, it feels nice after I put it on] It doesn't make my oily skin any worse and hasn't...

    About reviewer (105 reviews)

    Age

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    sniffer

    19 years ago

    I owe my clear skin to this product. It's hard to find treatments for sensitive acne=prone skin that cringes at the least whiff of AHA, but this BHA product fits the bill nicely. PC just added an...

    About reviewer (118 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    theminx

    19 years ago

    <p> My skin: Normal to oily, a few blemishes, some open pores and general skin dullness.</P> <p> I was using the 2% BHA Lotion with great results. However, it was not ideal for my skincare...

    About reviewer (334 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Dark

    HairBrown

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    merrydeath

    19 years ago

    Great news! PC has changed her bottles so that only a tiny amount of the 2% liquid dribbles out! No more pouring or spraying (unless you remove the stopper, I suppose). <br> <br> I've been using...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    kelybumc

    19 years ago

    Love it!!! Skin is clearer than ever and that's really what I care about as far as skin care goes. One of Paula's best products! This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin...

    About reviewer (79 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

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