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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    jellybeam

    22 years ago

    This did nothing for my skin except turn my skin bright red and made it more irritated. It did not improve my skin condition and my pores and blackheads are still there. Thumbs down for this. This...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    Stainless

    22 years ago

    I've always felt lucky not to have gotten the acne that runs in my family. That said, I've never been happy with my combination skin. In the winter I get itchy dry cheeks, but in both the summer...

    About reviewer (150 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Other, Other

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    5.0
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    Beth

    22 years ago

    In the past, the only BHA product I liked was from Garden Botanika. Since their brick & mortar stores have closed, I thought I would try this similar product. The lotion goes on very light, with no...

    About reviewer (171 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairRed, Wavy, Fine

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    cosmeticsguru

    22 years ago

    I love this stuff. Did take a bit of adjusting too. I tend to think of my skin as more problematic than it probably is so ordered the 2% instead of the 1% BHA. Also began using this in the midst...

    About reviewer (48 reviews)

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    Smokeyjoe

    22 years ago

    This is awesome stuff. I just cup my hand and drop a couple of drops in my palm and use my other hand to spread it on my face. It diminishes the look of my pores, takes away the redness, and makes...

    About reviewer (32 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium

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    DianaS

    22 years ago

    I loved the texture of this product vs. the slimy feel of the 2% solution, but I think that this one clogged my pores. After a few months of trying the 2% lotion, I've switched back to using the 1%...

    About reviewer (473 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    kat3281

    22 years ago

    Huge improvement in the appearance of my skin after a couple weeks of this. Drastic reduction in number of pimples and blackheads. Will keep buying this one! UPDATE: Stopped working after about a...

    About reviewer (37 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily

    HairBlond

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    ozone

    22 years ago

    I have normal skin with slightly oily t- zone and stubborn blackhead. I heard that this one is good for removing blackhead, therefore, I give this one a try. However, it makes me have SERIOUS break...

    About reviewer (158 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    5.0
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    Candy

    22 years ago

    I love this! This helps me to remove clogged pores, blackhead effectively without irritation. Highly recommand to those who have blemish problem. This review was originally written for Paula's...

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    5.0
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    Nickiegal

    22 years ago

    This totally clear up my skin and i have fewer outbreak than before! I had used the 1% before and it didn't work as well as this 2%!There is a difference between not using anything and the 2%,i...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

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    shannong

    22 years ago

    I have used both the 1% and 2% versions of this, but sadly neither one did anything to reduce or eliminate the blackheads on my nose. I am now using SkinBio's Exfol Serum, the new BHA version, and...

    About reviewer (139 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

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    KCP6

    22 years ago

    This dried out my skin beyond belief (and I only used a little bit each time). After using this my skin produced NO oil at all (and I was oily before using this). Every morning, I would wake up...

    About reviewer (16 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinNormal

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    5.0
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    Lterrell

    22 years ago

    I have been using this now for 2 weeks and my skin looks so much better. I was really suprised at the results. I have combo/oily skin and tend to get a few breakouts a month. Plus I have large...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

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    dubba192

    22 years ago

    I was using the BHA 1% when I decided to try the 2%. The 2% really does dry up pores, but you have to be sure to moisturize a lot unless you have super-oily skin. I tried a sample of the solution,...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

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    Hollyandivy73

    22 years ago

    I love Paula and her products. The reformulation of the BHA into a lotion is brillant. I hated the liquid b/c I never felt like I was getting enough on my skin. The lotion lends to better...

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    mjoy

    22 years ago

    I've tried this product on two seperate occaisions, for about 1-2 mos. each time. Nothing ever happened!! I don't think it really irritated me, but it did NOTHING for my blackheads/clogged pores...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    5.0
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    jenno

    22 years ago

    Definately works to remove blackheads. But, the package is terrible. The liquid leaks out - something they must know about since they are now shipping it inside a plastic bag (all oily inside when...

    About reviewer (67 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    Mindolina

    22 years ago

    A wonderful treatment -- OBLITERATED my forehead "bumps" and is a fabulous spot treatment for hormonal blemishes. A little goes quite a long way which makes it a great value. The 1% lotion didn't...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

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    1.0
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    desy

    22 years ago

    I broke out badly since using this PC BHA 2% lotion. I have waited for 3 months to wait miracle result. At last I realized that my skin was soooo bad. Yes, it does a miracle that makes your skin...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Other, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Other, Other

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    5.0
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    Colleen

    22 years ago

    I love this new formulation. It doesn't leave my skin feeling sticky, but still works wonders with any clogged pores or bumps. I have oily/combination skin and although they recommend this for...

    About reviewer (327 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Tan

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

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