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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    wildchipmunk

    22 years ago

    My thoughts echo Stephie's below. OMG!!! My T-zone was an oil slick the likes of which I had never seen, and I am 36 years old. At this point it's hard to shock me with a skin ailment. But I have...

    About reviewer (246 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

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    5.0
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    TinaL_to

    22 years ago

    What can I say? It's much better than the original 2%BHA solution. Wonderful,wonderful!,wonderful product! This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    5.0
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    rav2b

    22 years ago

    Great stuff! I've been using PC's 2% BHA for a long time, and the lotion formula is even better! Non-drying, even on my normal/dry skin. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin...

    About reviewer (147 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium, Neutral

    HairOther, Other, Other

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    Shawnah

    22 years ago

    Much Much better to apply than the liquid form. I only gave it three stars because it is too emollient for my combo skin type. This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting...

    About reviewer (337 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    Shawnah

    22 years ago

    I don't really like the liquid form. The 2% lotion formula is much better. This is a little hard to apply but it does work and keep my skin clear. I've so far been using it at night only and 1%...

    About reviewer (337 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    cecil007chan

    22 years ago

    As 1% BHA only get rid off some blackheads on my nose, I tried 2% BHA, but it just made my skin all flaky :( This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion...

    About reviewer (182 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinOther

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    5.0
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    jeanki

    22 years ago

    As a fan of the 2% solution, I find the lotion even better! Easy to apply (no more cotton pads), softer, less harsh and non-irritating, it works just as well at keeping the zits away. A must-have...

    About reviewer (90 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

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    Cinnamon1

    22 years ago

    I was really excited to try this since I adore Paula's 1% BHA. But this stuff just isn't fun to use. The liquidy consistency makes it hard to apply, and it looks and feels greasy, which I can't...

    About reviewer (496 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairRed

    EyesBlue

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    Judith

    22 years ago

    Caused an extremely dry skin and got breakouts. Used it a month or so but didn't improve my skin at all! I wanted to work it so badly... This review was originally written for Paula's Choice...

    About reviewer (58 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    5.0
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    Trakat

    22 years ago

    I had first heard about Paula and her products when I started getting the "Don't Go To the Cosmetics Counter Without Me" books, which I highly recommend. I finally decided to give her products a...

    About reviewer (32 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone

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    4.0
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    joy2uandme

    22 years ago

    This works well when my skin is acting up with a breakout, but it does leave a slight film on my skin which eventually dissipates. I can't use it in the morning because of this film problem but I...

    About reviewer (1680 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

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    5.0
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    Sophie23

    22 years ago

    I love, love, love this! This makes my skin sooo incredibly clear and smooth. It has really done wonders for my face. I use the liquid form. I noticed the lotion form didn't work as well for...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther

    HairBrunette

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    tlowhorn

    22 years ago

    This is a great product for clearing the pores! The only thing to keep in mind is that you have to be willing to experiment with how frequently you apply it. Don't feel you have to blindly follow...

    About reviewer (27 reviews)

    Age36-43

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    5.0
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    curly_q_cutie

    22 years ago

    This is great for my skin! Cleared me up and kept me with a sort of translucence that I covet!! This review was originally written for Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant

    About reviewer (587 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther

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    3.0
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    graceanne

    22 years ago

    I have fairly dry skin with the occasional blemish so I was not sure if I needed this product when I asked for a sample. Well, after using it for about a week, now I love it. The 1% dried my skin...

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther

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    5.0
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    Marianne

    22 years ago

    Woo hoo! I am so glad that PC created a new formulation! If you like the old BHA 2%, you will like this one! It's wonderful. The lotion form makes it soooo much easier to work with... no need...

    About reviewer (598 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Dry

    HairBlack

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    5.0
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    Vivi

    22 years ago

    Ooh! I love this stuff so much! I have combo/oily skin that is prone to breakouts. I have been using this for a week twice a day and it has definitely made a significant difference. It has...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

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    4.0
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    Naiad

    22 years ago

    I have combo skin that tends towards having pimples, oddly enough, on my drier cheeks! I have been using ProActiv, but, feel it is too drying. So, I purchased 2 of these during the Memorial Day...

    About reviewer (507 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther

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    3.0
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    MegE

    22 years ago

    My skin was acting up last night...blotchy, breaking out, clogged pores...and I put a thin layer all over and topped with my Clinique Moisture Surge Extra and woke up this AM with even looking...

    About reviewer (674 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

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    Marianne

    22 years ago

    Wow! I think this works even better than the 1%. In just a couple of days, the blackheads I couldn't get to come to the surface emerged. But I had to remove them. I don't like the texture, it is...

    About reviewer (598 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Dry

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

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