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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    5.0
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    Mac_Adamia

    19 years ago

    This is one of two BHA products I use, and this is one I reach for in warmer months when I need very light moisture that won't block my pores. It is fragrance-free and non-irritating. It makes my...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther

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    5.0
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    Eing

    19 years ago

    This is a wonderful salicylic acid exfoliant. It has overall made my skin smoother, softer, and less acne-prone. The liquid consistancy ensures that it spreads easily over the face and body, and...

    About reviewer (45 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinOther

    HairBrown

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    5.0
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    nikua

    19 years ago

    My skin-saver. My holy grail. My one product I can't live without!<p> Since I can remember (or at least since I was 7 - and now I'm 25!) I have had severe keratosis pilaris (or chicken skin,...

    About reviewer (200 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    karend26

    19 years ago

    This product cleared up my body acne! FINALLY, I have found something that clears up the acne on my chest and back. I have been battling this for YEARS!!! All I do is wash with the Skin...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    rthusia

    19 years ago

    This is great stuff. I like it better than the gel and lotion but I still bounce around between the different versions. The 2% is amazing stuff. I have oily skin with stubborn black heads around my...

    About reviewer (108 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    katieblush

    19 years ago

    This is a great skincarfe product...period. I think it should be in the InStyle's Best. You can use it to spot treat, use as an allover toner, etc. It is so simple yet effective. It gets rid of...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOther

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    2.0
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    LilacShine9

    19 years ago

    This product is just okay. The first time I tried this was when I recieved a free sample and I had 2 really bad cystic breakouts on my upper cheek. I went back to trying it a few years later and it...

    About reviewer (488 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    theminx

    19 years ago

    <p> My skin: Not particularly problematic, but slightly oily, some open pores and general skin dullness, with occasional breakouts. </P> <p> I bought this hoping it would clarify my clogged...

    About reviewer (334 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Dark

    HairBrown

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    Hilaryrh

    19 years ago

    My FIRST review!!! I lurk on this site frequently and this product made me come out of lurkdom! I absolutely am getting fabulous results from this stuff! I'm 37 and break out frequently. I...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther, Other

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    tulipsplash

    19 years ago

    My skin type: normal/oily, sensitive, blemish-prone. Excellent exfoliant, especially for the winter time, when you need a less-drying treatment for your blackheads. I use this in addition to...

    About reviewer (144 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    tulipsplash

    19 years ago

    An excellent exfoliant for the most stubborn blackheads, if you use twice daily. For best results, use with appropriate cleanser, toner, and moisturizer. I tried skipping the toner, moisturizer,...

    About reviewer (144 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    LaurieAnne

    19 years ago

    This is very effective, with a low ph and anti-irritants. Paula's choice skin treatments are my favorite, and I love skincare even more than makeup *gasp!*. This is a great for preventing acne, and...

    About reviewer (94 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBlond

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    vanbergc

    19 years ago

    Sticky, sticky, sticky. I've had this for a year and just can't bring myself to use it. I'll try it every once-in-a-while to remind myself how crappy it feels on my skin. Don't know how it works...

    About reviewer (387 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    sweetestpea

    19 years ago

    UPDATE 10/06 I'm really not sure if this works or not. I've been using it for nearly a year, and only on my t-zone because I know my sensitive cheeks couldn't handle it. I still have gross...

    About reviewer (49 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairOther

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    5.0
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    mae13

    19 years ago

    This is the best product I've tried for blackheads and acne in general. it really diminishes the blackheads, and makes them that much easier to come out when I do the warm-compress-and-extraction...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    songjun

    19 years ago

    I am on my second bottle of this 2% BHA liquid. I usually don't give 5 lippies but this one is the best exfoliator I've ever tried. It's VERY gentle and doesn't dry out my skin at all. My skin was...

    About reviewer (40 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    soojkim

    19 years ago

    I use this every night along with the alpha hydrox 10% and my skin is a little smoother. But I also get good results with the alpha hydrox alone. Not sure if this is doing much, since I still...

    About reviewer (40 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

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    1.0
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    pretty_wannabe

    19 years ago

    I hate having the opposite opinion of otherz but it made my black heads worse and I used the product for about half a year religiously … It didn’t do much of a job for me I prefer Alpha hydrox’s...

    About reviewer (78 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    LisaMM

    19 years ago

    I can't do without this. I have oily T-zone skin with many enlarged pores on my nose. Regular use of this product GREATLY reduces the pore size and keeps the pores from filling up. I've competely...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    barbyng

    19 years ago

    Had bad acne prior to discovering Paula..don't know if it was from products I was previously using (Lancome) or my own hormonal upheavals. I scrapped my whole skincare regime 2 years ago and...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

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