Skin Perfecting 8% AHA (Glycolic Acid) Gel Exfoliator

Paula's Choice

Created with Sketch.

4.2

321 reviews
82%
would repurchase
3.9/5
package quality
price range

description

ingredients

Water, Glycolic Acid (alpha hydroxy acid/exfoliant), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (chamomile/soothing agent), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (water-binding agent), Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (antioxidant), Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Sodium PCA (water-binding agents), Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol (slip agents/penetration enhancers), Hydroxyethylcellulose,), Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben (all preservatives).

Read more
Write Review

    Reviews

    Reviews

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    Diane1272

    21 years ago

    Another Paula product I love. I've used it for years now. It clears up any occassional breakouts I get and the next morning while washing my face, I can feel how much smoother my face is. Just...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    maimai

    21 years ago

    <p> I use this as part of the acne cure, and have found it to gradually fade acne scars (gradually is the key term here--it has taken over 2 months). I am not sure whether I would wear this under...

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    4.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    carrotcake

    21 years ago

    This stuff is great! It really helps to soften my skin and even my skintone. And since I began using AHA's, the "permanent crop" of zits on my forehead have disappeared. I also like that its a...

    About reviewer (61 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    4.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    yossarian

    21 years ago

    On of the best ahas I've used. I like it even better than the alpha hydrox aha gel. Also great on rough body skin like elbows and heels

    About reviewer (57 reviews)

    Age

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairRed, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    jyvd

    21 years ago

    Strangly I have noticed little when applying the BHA lotion which is suposed to be stronger. But this 8% AHA does it all. My skin is very smooth and it glowes the next morning. I use the hydrating...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other, Not Sure

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    1.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    VonLeuschner

    21 years ago

    This is a hideous AHA product. I had some success with the 2% BHA solution, so I thought that I would give the AHA a go. I didn't like the texture, a thin gel that sat ontop of my skin. Even if I...

    About reviewer (67 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    catnap

    21 years ago

    a no-nonsense AHA product on the market . exfoliates the top layer the skin to reveal even texture and glowy complexion - the best ! i have been using this for years in conjunction with PC's 2%...

    About reviewer (60 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairOther

    EyesBrown

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    echo2000

    21 years ago

    Just got my samples and tried this twice. Upon applying, my skin felt a very slight tingle for a few seconds. I was not expecting to see any real improvement but wow! I was pleasantly surprised...

    About reviewer (161 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Straight, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    3.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    gingin2

    21 years ago

    Hi - I've had quite a time trying to find the right match for PCs AHA or BHAs. The BHAs didn't agree with my skin, so I tried this. It does sting (YOW), but it does seem to make my skin smoother....

    About reviewer (84 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    kittenheels

    21 years ago

    I use this almost exclusively on my forehead (I get those annoying little bumps there all the time) and it has really helped. It stings a little at first, but after a few days that goes away (I'm...

    About reviewer (23 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry

    HairOther

    EyesHazel

    4.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    walshop

    21 years ago

    Stings sometimes, but it's worth it. I found I have to use it at night because little bits of skin roll off during the first couple of hours I have it on. Using this at night and 1% BHA in the...

    About reviewer (24 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    Dvaleka

    21 years ago

    No pain no gain. OMG this stings when i put it on but its not unbearable and seeing how it has almost made most of my acne scars disappear i use this every nite and deal with a lil sting. Started...

    About reviewer (94 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Other

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    2.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    fishnet

    21 years ago

    Right after I put this product on my skin, I felt horrible sting! ouch! I also seems to break out whenever I use it. I would not buy this again.

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    Laniecat

    21 years ago

    PC's 8% AHA has helped to fade the acne scars on my chin and leaves my skin glowing. The solution is somewhat sticky, and that's why I apply it at night. I recommend purchasing the pump dispenser,...

    About reviewer (65 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    3.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    cirque

    21 years ago

    Good product- I have had this for a couple months and I have been using it off and on (I find that using it everyday can be too drying for my combo skin- I wish Paula had a 5% AHA or something like...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry

    HairOther

    EyesBlue

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    mcrouse

    21 years ago

    Wonderful product. I can't use it every night, but I see that it really makes a difference.

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairRed, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    2.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    airickuh

    21 years ago

    OW! This hurt sooo bad. I withstood the burning and woke up the next morning with 2 zits. I tried to finish up the sample but as soon as I put it on I had to scrub it off. I've tried Alpha Hydrox...

    About reviewer (120 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Other, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    2.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    KillerTofu

    21 years ago

    I've been using this for a couple weeks. I had some flaky spots on my forehead that would not go away for the life of me. I used extra moisturizer on them, gave them extra attention with an...

    About reviewer (129 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan, Warm

    HairBlack, Kinky, Medium

    EyesBrown

    2.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    berrysmoothy

    21 years ago

    This's not for me !!! I really love 1% BHA so I want to try AHA product and I wish I would combine them together to get the great result but I'm definitely wrong - the 8% AHA stung my face and gave...

    About reviewer (28 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
    Created with Sketch.
    from
    schminken

    21 years ago

    I use the 2% BHA solution in the day under my makeup but at night I use the 8% AHA. These two products have caused an about face (no pun intended) in my skin! I have extremely oily cystic acne...

    About reviewer (204 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    Related Searches
    Paula's Choice / Face Serum
    Glycolic Acid
    Aloe Vera
    AHA
    Panthenol