Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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3.9

1247 reviews
72%
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3.5/5
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description

A unique leave-on formula that’s gentle enough for daily use on all skin types. Exfoliates dead skin cells while clearing pores for a more even, radiant tone, plus visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles to reveal remarkably smoother, younger-looking skin. This exfoliant has an optimal pH range of 3.2–3.8.

ingredients

Water⁠, Methylpropanediol⁠, Butylene Glycol⁠, Salicylic Acid⁠, Polysorbate 20⁠, Camellia Oleifera⁠, Sodium Hydroxide⁠, Tetrasodium EDTA⁠

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    5.0
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    sabine_d

    7 years ago

    I'm in my late 40s, and while my oily skin does mean I am less prone to wrinkling, I am still living with the results of years of reckless sunbathing in my teens and 20s. In addition to the sun...

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    lilkittybiihh

    7 years ago

    Life changing for bumps, acne!!!!!!!! Cant rave enough about this made me so much smoother 88% less bumps i would say, might need a stronger bha/ vitamin A for the more stubborn ones

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    stapotabea

    7 years ago

    Flatten out little bumps, clear skin, unclog pores, I cannot live without it. By the way, I'm on my 6th full size bottle now since I discovered this HG. This review was originally written for...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    isavella

    7 years ago

    I use a lot of actives and acids and really didn't think I needed to incorporate BHA into my routine. I mean, acids eating away at the gunk in your pores are all the same, right? Turns out they're...

    About reviewer (542 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Olive, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    miamia3hh

    7 years ago

    I would say BHA exfoliants are hands down the best products from this brand. I like this one as BHA can be a little drying and this BHA lotion provides also moisture so for a very dry skin it is...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    Shammxo

    7 years ago

    I can't say enough: this stuff is MIRACULOUS. Last year I turned 25 and have battled with my skin for over 14 years. I have an olive skin tone, it is dry and I've had problems with acne, eczema,...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Dry, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    IAL11

    7 years ago

    One of the best products ever created. I have suffered from acne for many years and couldn't find a way to get my skin back to normal. This was a game changer... I bought the small bottle to test...

    About reviewer (41 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    julalg

    7 years ago

    This caused closed comedones and white heads for me. It may be possible that my skin was purging, but I don't have time to deal with that when AHA works wonders on my drier skin. I don't blame the...

    About reviewer (222 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    Hafsa2008

    7 years ago

    First of all, this is the lotion formula; suitable for drier skins that are prone to breakouts (it is easy to get the formulations mixed up). The consistency is like a lotion as opposed to the gel...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinVery Dry, Medium Brown, Warm

    HairBlack, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Aimbl

    7 years ago

    I have repurchased this multiple times, and a bottle lasts a long time. I have older Asian combination skin which does well with BHA, AHA and retinoids. This normalizes my dry skin areas; doesn't...

    About reviewer (517 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    Bridget55

    7 years ago

    I love the idea behind Paula's Choice products. They used to mean simple is better. And I used to salute her investigative forays into the mysteries of brand name makeups and skin care products....

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Cattibe

    7 years ago

    This product is great for reducing acne scarring and helping your skin resurface. You have to use it regularly though, I cannot stress that enough. the way i apply it I cleanse my skin then spread...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    lenchen

    7 years ago

    I like this product. It can sting a bit, and if I use it every day, my rosacea skin gets irritated. But if I use it a few times a week only it is perfect. I love having this alternative to...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    vaguelyambiguous

    7 years ago

    Believe me, I've tried liking this product and working with this product so many times but it hasn't worked for me. There are some days I used this product, and I found that it worked but my skin...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    lj340

    7 years ago

    NOT FOR SENSITIVE SKIN! I am 42 with problem combo skin. I also have rosacea. I have tried this product numerous times before giving up. Like other reviews states it is sticky. It was also...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    SmashAllThings

    7 years ago

    I loved the first bottle I was on but somehow, it feels like the second isnt working anymore. Whenever I use it I dont see any changes in my skin. It used to make my skin look very smooth and got...

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    TiffanyAnne

    7 years ago

    I don't think I'll ever stop buying this product. Keeps my blackheads and acne under control, makes my skin a lot smoother, softer, brighter and glowy. I definitely don't follow the package...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGray

    2.0
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    kellyc1968

    7 years ago

    I can't believe how sticky this product is! Its very uncomfortable, and I really have not seen much of a difference in my skin.

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ns2016

    7 years ago

    I cannot say enough good thing about this product. I have acne prone skin which used to be oily but then it become very dry and bumpy. Even when I used foundation, the application wasn't smooth due...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    Kami25

    7 years ago

    For my early 50's somewhat sensitive combo skin (oily t-zone, normal to dry cheeks), this is a great product. I started using it once per day at night. I immediately saw an elimination of the one...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

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