Skin Perfecting 8% AHA (Glycolic Acid) Gel Exfoliator

Paula's Choice

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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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    4.0
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    Susie76

    16 years ago

    It caused dryness when I first started using it, so I used it only once every 2-3 days. A year later, I use it nightly, and am very, very pleased with the results.

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Tetonia

    16 years ago

    I use this a few times a week as part of a regimen with Paula's BHA liquid. I apply this a few minutes after the BHA, and the two in tandem keep my skin looking fabulous. I have repurchased...

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    Inuki

    16 years ago

    I use this product to combat flakies from tretinoin... and strangely enough, it really works. On my nights off from tretinoin (2 a week) I apply the AHA gel to my chin ONLY mixed with a water based...

    About reviewer (71 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    HotCurry

    16 years ago

    I was scared to use this, since I have very fair, sensitive, breakout prone skin. My skin turns red easily with products, so I was afraid this AHA would only add to the problem. Imagine my...

    About reviewer (340 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan, Warm

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    tenderheart003

    16 years ago

    I have this in the gel formula and alternate it every other night with PC 2% bha. I have normal to dry/acne prone/sensitive skin and this product has been absolutely wonderful for me. Without it I...

    About reviewer (766 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    curly26

    16 years ago

    i like it. keeps my skin looking fresh. and it's important and great thing since i have a little baby that wears me out

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    fifi_kitten

    16 years ago

    before i used this, my skin was, in terms of sensitivity, pretty normal. unless something was acnegenic, i could generally use it without any reactions. however, after using this for a few weeks,...

    About reviewer (140 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    daisydannymom

    16 years ago

    It works for me! I have been using it for a few years, and apply it on my face AT NIGHT before bed.The point is not to use this one with other exfoliating products or masks.

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    beautyfixer

    16 years ago

    I just started using Paula's line of skincare and I never thought this stuff would work as well as it does. I have very oily skin and after I cleanse and use toner, I then apply this and then my...

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    vdn

    16 years ago

    Think this is causing a lot of redness so will lay off. Too strong for me?

    About reviewer (30 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    3.0
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    iloveMnMs

    16 years ago

    I liked the 8% AHA gel when I first got it. I didn't have much problems with burning or peeling, but I manually exfoliate 2x a day with a facial sponge. I think that makes a difference, like my...

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    AKmedic

    16 years ago

    I love what this product is doing for my skin - keeps it clear and glowing. The exfoliation is gentle yet VERY effective. The flip-top bottle is wonderful and very easy to use! Each night I...

    About reviewer (60 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Olive, Warm

    HairBlack, Curly, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    mjmz1

    16 years ago

    I've used PC's AHA for at least 3 years. I don't think it's good for your skin to overuse, so.. I use 1-2x a week at night prior to my other skin care. I love waking up to a new fresh face. It...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    hellenzqq

    16 years ago

    I have to say I am very impressed by this product. I think I am allergic to AHA, I tried some other AHA product before and learned in a very painful way. but all the people are saying how gentle...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinVery Dry

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    wmfong

    17 years ago

    Excellent exfoliant for the face. Does sting when you apply it, but u'll get used to it after a while. Face looks radiant in the morning, but I find that after some time, you dun see a difference....

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    centerfuse

    17 years ago

    Silly me. I'd only used Alpha Hydrox AHA products and always ended up with red, blotchy & itchy skin, so I thought AHAs just weren't for me. However, my skin was so superficially dried out from...

    About reviewer (86 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    marme

    17 years ago

    excellent product!

    About reviewer (31 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOther, Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    cougbride

    17 years ago

    After reading all of the great reviews on here I really wanted to like this product, but unfortunetly I had some sort of an allergic reaction to it. I used it for the first time at night and woke...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    ShellyMtz

    17 years ago

    I have acne and several acne marks or spots. I´ve been treated with Accutane, topical creams like Clindamycine, Retin-A, and more. My acne is under control but my skin was dry, flaky and red. I...

    About reviewer (121 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Amy_T

    17 years ago

    This product has saved my skin. After going off BCP, my formerly fantastic skin went haywire. I had about two months of angry, cystic acne. Once my hormones settled down, I had lots of red marks...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

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