Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant

Paula's Choice

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4.0

258 reviews
71%
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4.0/5
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Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, (solvent/water-binding agent), Polysorbate 20 (emulsifier), Salicylic Acid (beta hydroxy acid/exfoliant), Phytosphingosine (cell-communicating ingredient), Hydroxyethylcellulose (gel-based thickener), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract (antioxidant), Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract (antioxidant) Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Herb) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract (anti-irritant), Bisabolol (anti-irritant), Sodium Hydroxide (pH-adjusting agent), Tetrasodium EDTA (chelating agent

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    5.0
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    evsmom

    16 years ago

    I really like this BHA for keeping my back clear of acne. I have to be careful not to use too much, or else I get a sticky mess, though. The gel is lightweight and sinks in quickly. I will try...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    tag2007

    16 years ago

    I always hear about Paula's Choice BHA's being top notch. Out of the ones that I have tried, I would have to say that this is the best. As for results, I do feel like I am seeing improvement in...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    Marisweet

    16 years ago

    I need maybe 2/3 of the size of a dime-amount of product for both my face and neck. Any more than that and the stickiness takes quite awhile to go away. I wish it was in a tube, for sanitary...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    deenie1499

    17 years ago

    HG product! I have always had relatively nice skin, maybe a little pimple every once in a while. Then I hit my 20s and it all went down hill. I started having bad cystic acne and congested pore...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    keitachi

    17 years ago

    This is a miracle product. Since using it, been through like 3 tubes now, my blackheads have decreased and my pores way smaller than ever. People have been complimenting on the change in my skin...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    aprilcatherine

    17 years ago

    I ordered three samples of this product which lasted me almost 3 months of using it at night only. This stuff is really amazing. My new routine based on Paula's advice is: 1) Gentle cleanser...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    oceanmist27

    17 years ago

    This isn't a "miracle" cream (or gel) but it comes close!!! My skin has improved quite a bit since using this. I've found that my pores look smaller, I don't get as many blackheads (especially...

    About reviewer (85 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    bront82

    17 years ago

    Absolutely fabulous product! I didn't believe Paula's hype about BHAs, but then I bought this baby. Not only have my occasional blemishes become rarities, but the overall quality of my skin...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal

    HairBrown

    EyesOther

    4.0
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    burghal

    17 years ago

    This is the first product I have used to treat my mild acne that actually worked without tearing my skin to shreds. I love the gel, it's so easy to apply. No fragrance, which is a huge plus. I've...

    About reviewer (16 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ShellyMtz

    17 years ago

    I tried a sample of this for a week and today I ordered the full bottle. My skin was very irritated, acne-plagued, oily and flaky at the same time. I use this gel at night and the blemish fighting...

    About reviewer (121 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    bluezinnia

    17 years ago

    I have used the 2% lotion for a long time, and I decided I wanted to try the gel form to see if I would prefer it. To me, it works about the same as the lotion. As some reviewers have noted, it...

    About reviewer (157 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

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    5.0
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    meandering

    17 years ago

    Love PC 2% BHA gel! I use it every night on a clean face and it leaves my skin so so smooth and soft. One pump is enough for my whole face and I use an additional pump for my neck. The gel...

    About reviewer (54 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    Hawko

    17 years ago

    I have excellent result using AHA by Alpha Hydrox & I order Paula's BHA as an alternative to the T-zone. I choose the gel b/c some the liquid is wasted from the absorption of the cotton while the...

    About reviewer (778 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    mudpud

    17 years ago

    This is my most prized skincare item, hands down, no contest. I could replace all of my other products (cleanser, moisturizer, etc.) w/ other products and not have a problem w/ it, but this is the...

    About reviewer (570 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    verolyn

    17 years ago

    This is my HG, stranded on a desert island, skin care product. I've been using the 1% gel faithfully, to avoid irritation, and I love it, but it wasn't getting at my stubbornest nose blackheads. ...

    About reviewer (614 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    Tramrak

    17 years ago

    i have been using this for about 6+ months now so i feel it's only fair that i review it. i got a sample of it a long time ago and have been living off of the samples ever since! i just think...

    About reviewer (326 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    princess_eab

    17 years ago

    I've only used this for about a week, but this gel BHA formula is really good! I've used Retin-A cream for years, but recently switched to Differin gel because the cream version of Retin-A was...

    About reviewer (380 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Dry, Fair, Cool

    HairRed, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    isitfriday

    17 years ago

    I am torn- i must admit that this has worked much better for my skin than the AHAs i have tried, so in that regard, this is a great find, however this gel leaves my face sticky/tacky and i can not...

    About reviewer (404 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinVery Oily, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    brighid_karis

    17 years ago

    For reference, I have pale acne-prone that tends toward redness with mild oil problems and acne scars on my cheeks. Also large pores. (Aren't I the lucky one?) I use this gel at night over a light...

    About reviewer (67 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    RedBetty

    17 years ago

    I use this in the evening after cleansing and before differin gel. I am thinking this works well, I added it pretty soon after I started my duac and differin regime so it could be an or all of...

    About reviewer (107 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

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