Skin Perfecting 8% AHA (Glycolic Acid) Gel Exfoliator

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4.2

321 reviews
82%
would repurchase
3.9/5
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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).

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    5.0
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    elsamarie

    7 years ago

    I've been using this for five weeks and I'm getting fabulous results. I've been using it once or twice daily and haven't had any bad reactions with my sensitive skin. My skin tone is more even...

    About reviewer (82 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Fridaytyger

    7 years ago

    Great product! It leaves my skin soft and smooth and it doesn’t irritate whatsoever. A little goes a long way, I’ll definitely keep using this.

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Celia0512

    7 years ago

    By far the best AHA out there and the amount for the price is great. I have been using it every night under my retinol serum for almost a year now and I still haven't run out of it. It absorbs very...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Traceysk

    7 years ago

    I've been using this for at least 8 months now, 2-3 times a week. The container is large, 3.3. oz/100 ml and I haven't run out yet. Although it stings initially upon application, it absorbs quickly...

    About reviewer (96 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinNormal, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    julalg

    8 years ago

    This makes my skin look brighter and clearer, and does not cause irritation for me at all. As with BHA, I recommend getting a sample before purchasing a full size, as AHA may irritate some.

    About reviewer (222 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Aimbl

    8 years ago

    I have combination sensitive skin and milia. This helps refine skin texture and prevent milia. I have repurchased more than once but a bottle lasts a long time. I don't use it more than a few times...

    About reviewer (517 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    clarafina

    8 years ago

    This is a beautiful product! I have been using it every other night for probably a month now, but I can already say that I am starting to see wonderful results. I'm hoping for even more progress in...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    shannbronzo1

    8 years ago

    I have been using for a few months now. I have sensitive skin, and if I use it too frequently it I experience some dryness and irritation. So it took some playing to find the perfect exfoliation...

    About reviewer (23 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Medium, Warm

    HairRed, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    AlexabdraDN

    9 years ago

    Ive been using Drunk Elephant TLC framboos 12% AHA and while I did like the product I was hoping to find a cheaper alternative and I think I've done that. I've only been using the PC AHA for about...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    AshaP

    9 years ago

    Pros Moisturizes Smooths Rough Skin Softens Skin Cons Heavy Sticky Best Uses Bi-weekly Use Weekly Use I am in the process of sampling all the PC...

    About reviewer (163 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Olive, Neutral

    HairBrown, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    RainbowChili

    9 years ago

    I started using this at the same time as the 2% BHA gel. It was during a complete overhaul of my skincare routine that happened about a year ago now. I really really like this. It has made a huge...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    rustybag

    9 years ago

    I've been using this product for a few years now, and this, alternated with the 2% BHA gel and 1% retinol serum, keeps my skin clear and glowing. Usually I use one of these products and then give...

    About reviewer (314 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    LiviaLesbia

    9 years ago

    Awesome stuff. Really smooths out your complexion and gives you a nice glow, and also really diminishes the look of sebaceous filaments (to the point that it's hard to tell if they're even there...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    lykkekat

    9 years ago

    Earlier I have been using the 10% weekly resurfacing treatment - a really good product!! But due to the packaging - I wasn't using it that efficiently. The 8% AHA gel works better for me, and I get...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    donnattila

    9 years ago

    I've been a die hard BHA (salicylic acid) fan for years, but as my skin has cleared and aged the rejuvenating effects of Glycolic acid are a nice addition to my rather simple skin care routine. I...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairSilver, Straight, Coarse

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    conceal4ever

    9 years ago

    I've been using this every day for about 2 weeks now, and every time I put it on my face I feel a really nice tingling sensation that tells me it's working. I can actually feel every pore in my...

    About reviewer (355 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    4ever29

    9 years ago

    For me this was just meh. I did not get the exfoliation I was looking for. This was too mild for my aging sometimes acne prone skin. My skin is not too sensitive so for those who is, this might...

    About reviewer (73 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    jhenley

    9 years ago

    This is truly amazing! I use it twice a day, after cleansing and toning. It's a lightweight gel that absorbs easily. Then I apply my serum and moisturizer on top. I've seen a difference. In...

    About reviewer (470 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    majahanford

    9 years ago

    This contains 8% glycolic acid which makes your Skin cells work! It exfoliates nicely and helps the Skin building new cells from deep inside! I only use it overnight because I don't like how the...

    About reviewer (65 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    queeniekasey

    9 years ago

    After 2-3 years of sudden acne on my cheeks, I've finally found something that has helped clear things up. I went through tons of all natural, gentle products for my skin, and then prescriptions...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

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