Skin Perfecting 1% BHA Lotion Exfoliant [REFORMULATED]

Paula's Choice

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3.8

316 reviews
69%
would repurchase
3.3/5
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ORIGINAL FORMULA: Water, Cetyl Alcohol (thickener/emollient), Butylene Glycol (water-binding agent), Salicylic Acid (beta hydroxy acid/exfoliant), Allantoin, Bisabolol (anti-irritants), Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol (silicone slip agents), PVM/MA Decadiene Crosspolymer (film-forming agent), Sorbitan Stearate, PEG-40 Stearate, PPG-14 Butyl Ether (thickeners), Propylene Glycol (slip agent), Laureth-7 (emulsifier), Polyacrylamide (water-binding/film-forming agent), C13-14 Isoparaffin (thickener), Sodium Hydroxide (pH balancer), Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea (preservatives).

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    3.0
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    izzybella

    14 years ago

    I don't think my skin is a fan of this lotion. My pores are less noticeable and skin tone is more even, but my combo skin feels so dry! Also, I've been breaking out in cystic acne around my chin...

    About reviewer (1644 reviews)

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    SkinOther, Other, Warm

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    4.0
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    alea20

    14 years ago

    Prior to using this product I had never used a BHA. I was afraid that the BHA would be to harsh for my dry, sensitive skin and that I wouldn't really see results. I've been using PC BHA 1% for a...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    blushers

    14 years ago

    This is the best skincare product on the market! I tried the 2% BHA and that did nothing for me, so I was suprised that a lower BHA concentration was much more effective. I noticed a difference in...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Medium, Warm

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    1.0
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    Mollybad

    15 years ago

    Price increase warning: Paula's Choice has significantly raised the prices of its product samples while SIGNIFICANTLY reducing their size. If you're thinking about taking these with you on a trip,...

    About reviewer (24 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    3dogsnight73

    15 years ago

    i have oily/combo skin with rosacea and i cannot live without this product. the skin thickening has greatly improved and my blackheads have disappeared. i have large pores but that's genetic. at...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    kelleythegreat

    15 years ago

    I've been using this lotion for about 2-3 weeks now, once in the morning and once at night after washing my face. Perhaps more time is needed, but I haven't noticed any significant improvement. I...

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    baharh

    15 years ago

    This is actually the only product out of this line that I was impressed with. It really works. My skin is acne prone, and i've noticed that whenever I see blemishes starting to form, when I put...

    About reviewer (91 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    island_honey

    15 years ago

    I used this BHA for almost 6 years. I think it helped keep my skin clear most of the time and control the oil in the T-zone area. However, if I used it everyday-I would experience clogged pores....

    About reviewer (141 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Tan, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    kitty62

    15 years ago

    Paula's BHA products have been a staple in my skincare routine for years. They're a must for controlling breakouts and keeping my pores degunked. I've tried most of the formulations and strengths,...

    About reviewer (127 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    olizax

    15 years ago

    WORST PRODUCT I'VE EVER BROUGHT!!!! This is the only skincare product that breaks me out. I brought this product to clean my blackheads after i read all the reviews on her website and...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    1.0
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    mapn

    15 years ago

    I ordered a few sample sachets of the 1 % BHA Lotion from Paula's website. I actually think it made my skin worse! I tried using it for a week and I had constant breakouts. I'm not sure whether...

    About reviewer (688 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairRed, Straight, Coarse

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    sakecat22

    15 years ago

    This stuff does exactly what it is designed to do - lightly exfoliate and help give you beautiful skin. One week of use at night - and what a HUGE difference. My nose pores are practically gone. ...

    About reviewer (239 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    grosch

    15 years ago

    This lotion is perfect for my ultra-sensitive, acne-prone skin. I've been using this product in conjunction with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide, and my skin is finally under control and looking better each...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    HoneyBear2

    15 years ago

    After reading several reviews I decided to order it, to my surprise I received it within 2-3 days of placing order. I first used it on Monday 3 days ago and I gotta tell you Idk if it's my...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    stephhamilton

    15 years ago

    I have been alternating between this and the 8% AHA using them at night and my skin has never felt better. It feels smoother more even and glows again. I'm very happy with this product and would it...

    About reviewer (196 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    toffeebanoffee

    15 years ago

    I bought some samples of this product to try, as I'd heard incredibly good things about it. For a few days I used the gel all over my face and unfortunately, my skin deteriorated, Bumps came up all...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    eugena

    15 years ago

    I got this product from Ebay. It is not that cheap because I need to pay for the international postage. There is not Paula's Choice seller in UK. I can feel the product works on my skin...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    topolissima

    15 years ago

    This is a very good product for exfoliating my skin and prepare it for moisturizer. The AHA gets rid of the dead cells and leaves skin nice, smooth and tight. Sometimes I wear the antioxidant serum...

    About reviewer (16 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesOther

    2.0
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    KristyEv

    15 years ago

    I used this product each night before moisturiser and after a few weeks could really notice that my skin was smoother. It started to look more lined and aged though instead of less, so I cut down...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Other

    HairOther

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    brownie_953

    15 years ago

    Paula's Choice 1% BHA Gel does wonders for my skin! This is so gentle, yet effective, that I've used it under my eyes to rid myself of milia(tiny white bumps caused by heavy eye products). There...

    About reviewer (155 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairSilver, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

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