Paula's Choice • Extra Strength Blemish Fighting Solution • Treatments

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bdancelady on 2/26/2005 4:57:00 AM more reviews by bdancelady

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Olive   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I really do have to say this product is very effective. I have combo/acne prone skin,and this product cleared up my acne. The liquid goes on clear and doesn't leave a residue.(Most other benzoyl peroxide creams leave a residue) I do have a warning though any benzoyl peroxide product can possibly bleach fabric.

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Forbsey on 2/16/2005 11:56:00 AM more reviews by Forbsey

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

Though this product does do a decent job of getting rid of pimples without overdrying, I fear that it also forms new ones! It has Laureth 4 in it with is a notoriously bad pore clogger. If you don't suffer from clogged pores, just large pimples, than this will work.

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devil_in_a_red_dress on 2/11/2005 2:26:00 PM more reviews by devil_in_a_red_dress

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

This was too drying for my skin, although it did work well at fighting blemishes. I switched to the regular strength, which is perfect for me.

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ladybugith on 12/7/2004 12:22:00 AM more reviews by ladybugith

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

I have had moderately bad skin for about 7 years and have tried everything out there, almost literally. I decided to try Paula
s products mainly because I wanted to prove her wrong in a way (she gives it straight on a lot of products in a, some might say, harsh way). So I ordered her kit for moderate-bad skin. Well I was wrong...her products are great. I now have clear skin from having used the products for over four months. It was a slow but sure process. This Blemish fighting solution works wonders as does the 2%BHA. This is far better than proactiv in my opinion!!! I say try it for all you acne sufferers. I never thought I'd endorse a product that works for acne, but thank the Lord for Paula!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Lizawithaz on 8/21/2004 5:10:00 PM more reviews by Lizawithaz

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

Best BPO product there is. I like the regular strength version that is 2.5% BPO, but my boo boo's need at least 5% BPO to kill em off. This product is a 5% BPO in a very lightweight lotion base that is so much lighter than using products from the drugstore like Oxy. It absorbs quickly an rarely do I have an overly drying effect unless I'm reapplying frequently due to a breakout. Because this is so lightweight it layers well under other things without interfering. Also, it's a nice size 4oz bottle for $13.95. Lasts forever, but I always keep a backup because I would never want to be without.

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Smokeyjoe on 6/25/2004 2:34:00 PM more reviews by Smokeyjoe

Age: 44-55   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

I've been using this for about a month and it is now HG!!! I cannot believe how much (along with PC's BHA 2% solution) this has cleaned my pores -- and since they are cleaner, they look smaller. I had one stubborn one that would not go away and this did it!! It works well under make-up too.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Xepera on 3/15/2004 10:57:00 PM more reviews by Xepera

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

 
No different
than other brands! Expensive with shipping and handling for what? I use Persa
Gel instead with the same results!!.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Ms_Ma on 3/7/2004 8:48:00 AM more reviews by Ms_Ma

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Pretty worth it for the price. It didn't dry out my skin as much as oxy does. Will definately repurchase.

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djubek on 3/2/2004 1:20:00 PM more reviews by djubek

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Oily   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

I love this stuff. I like others on this board have tried everything-including accutane twice, my acne started to come back in my mid 20's, so after reading the raves I tried this. What I love most about this is I can apply makeup over the product and I can use it day & night. My skin had to adapt for about a month, a moisturizer is neccessary-I use clinique moisture surge extra with this. Trust me this is like no other cream!!

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ChicagoGrl76 on 1/17/2004 7:28:00 PM more reviews by ChicagoGrl76

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

This combined with the 2% BHA is the only thing that keeps my crazy oily skin under control. I rarely get ugle red zits like I used to.

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cynderella724 on 1/4/2004 8:52:00 PM more reviews by cynderella724

Age: 36-43   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

Excellent product! Fragrance & colorant free. Best blemish fighting solution in the OTC market. I have dry sensitive skin & rosacea. I have never had a problem w/this product. I only use it at night & top it off w/one of PC's Skin Recovery Moisturizer.

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velvetleaf on 1/4/2004 5:13:00 PM more reviews by velvetleaf

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I have used just about everything (except accutane) before these products. I have been using cetaphil sensitive skin cleanser, paula's choice 2% bha, Paula's choice extra strength blemish solution, and Paula's choice hydrating treatment moisturizer. My skin has cleared in under a month. Retin-A, differin, benzamyacin, and tetratricyclin didn't succeed were this stuff did. So exciting.

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juju_ger on 12/16/2003 3:25:00 AM more reviews by juju_ger

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Black    

I bought this product after hearing rave reviews about it. But after using it for 3 days, my skin started to peel. I guess its probably too drying for me. However, it did dry up my acne faster than other products (eg: ettusais acne clear spots).

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shimmmer on 11/1/2003 7:11:00 PM more reviews by shimmmer

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

didnt seem to be really effective. =( maybe i should try clean and clear persagel instead...

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*TOP REVIEWER* MACgirlie on 9/29/2003 5:05:00 PM more reviews by MACgirlie

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

I got a small sample of this in a swap,and I love it! It really dries zits up fast(even the big ones),and it doesn't irritate my sensitive skin. I'm going to have to order the big size now:)

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*TOP REVIEWER* bellabambina on 9/7/2003 9:11:00 PM more reviews by bellabambina

Age: 30-35   Skin: Other, Tan   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

As a benzoyl peroxide disinfectant product, it is OK if you like BP. There are however some caveats: first, it is quite strong as the name implies, and your skin could turn red in reaction. Second caveat: it contains Laureth-4 if I am not mistaken. I think I read somewhere that this ingredient can clog pores; if that is the case (which I am not 100% sure about), I wonder why Paula has included it in this. I don't use this product anymore, and I won't repurchase this.

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sexyadri4life on 7/15/2003 6:08:00 PM more reviews by sexyadri4life

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

My HG disenfectant!! A little bit drying for my skin, but as for reducing bacteria it does a far better job than Sage Fix Zit. If you have a problem with blemishes, use this with Milk of Magnesia as a mask and your blemishes will be little to none! For good acne tips go to paulaschoice.com and the article called "Battle Plan for Blemishes." Her tips really work!!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Aiko_Aiko on 6/23/2003 2:07:00 AM more reviews by Aiko_Aiko

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This used to be my all-time favorite spot treatment and something I really counted on to keep my skin clear. It can be a bit drying at first, but it works beautifully otherwise. Very recently however I had to stop using it, as I realized that it was making my skin irritated, and contributing to some nasty red bumps that seemed to appear out of nowhere, itch like mad and take days to disappear. Drove me CRAZY. Maybe I loved this stuff too much?? I used to use it morning and evening, with an extra dab on any potential spots overnight. I suspect this was overkill. I'll be avoiding BP altogether for a while, and finding an alternative that works as well as this product is quite difficult. Before switching to the Extra Strength, I had used the regular strength Blemish Fighting Solution for over a year with absolutely no problems, and would have to recommend that for an all over BP treatment instead - reserve this for spot treating only! I'm really sorry I had to give up on this, before the whole itchy mess began it was a 'holy grail' for me. I have some pretty unique experiences with products though, so don't be totally put off! I just thought I'd share my sad news, in case anyone else was going through the same thing and not sure what was causing it. It is good stuff, just no longer the answer for me. :(

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*TOP REVIEWER* aquamarine11 on 6/11/2003 9:15:00 PM more reviews by aquamarine11

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

This is a good product, much gentler than other bp products and doesn't make my face all red and dried out after use.

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Dzehague on 6/6/2003 3:52:00 AM more reviews by Dzehague

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Green    

Excellent product. I have sensitive skin and alot of anti acne products dry my skin out, but this is perfect! Reduces redness and really helps prevent pimples and blackheads too.

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