Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2 BHA Liquid Exfoliant (4 fl. oz.)
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This gentle leaveon exfoliant works within the pore lining to prevent congestion & blemishes. 2% BHA is clinically proven to visibly reduce pores, control oil & support skin's barrier. Exfoliation helps the rest of your routine absorb better and work harder for a glowing, makeupready complexion.
Ingredients:
- BHA (beta hydroxy acid): Penetrates pores to clear blemishcausing buildup and shed dead skin.
- Green Tea Extract: Potent antioxidant quickly calms redness & soothes skin barrier.
- Methylpropanediol: Hydrates & prevents water loss while visibly improving skin's glow.
Clinical Results:
- 'Clinically proven to visibly reduce pores & control oil
- Based on an independent clinical study with 32 subjects after 4 weeks.
- 'Clinically proven to visibly reduce blackheads & whiteheads
- Based on an independent clinical study with 33 subjects after 1 week.
- 'Clinically proven to improve skin barrier
- Based on an independent clinical study of 29 subjects.
- Apply once or twice daily after cleansing and toning.
- Gently shake 1-2x onto hands or a cotton pad.
- Apply to face and neck (avoid contact with your lash line and eyelids).
- Do not rinse.
- Follow with serum and/or moisturizer.
- For daytime wear, always finish with SPF 30+.
Start Slowly: Apply every other day and note skin's response. Then use up to twice daily. For daytime, always finish with SPF 30+. For nighttime, follow with the rest of your routine. If you have a salicylate allergy, check with your physician before using any products that contain salicylic acid.
Acne: Blackheads, Whiteheads
Aging Skin: Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Application Area: Face, Neck
Cleansers and Exfoliators: Exfoliants Peels and Scrubs
Ideal for these Concerns: Acne, Aging Skin, Free Radical Damage, Hypersensitive Skin, Large Pores, Redness, Rosacea
Ingredient: Antioxidants, Green Tea, Salicylic Acid
Preferences: Certified Cruelty-Free, Fragrance-Free, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Vegan
Skin Type: Acne-Prone Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin
Water (Aqua), Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
- SKIN PERFECTING
- Paula's Choice
- 4 fl. oz
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It's not bad!
It's a chemical exfoliant which I was a bit wary of...plus you're not supposed to rinse it off which made me a little nervous and the pay off isn't as obvious as some other physical exfoliants (no skin bits). I don't particularly like the scent but it's a liquid texture and must be used with cotton pads. It seems like an overall decent product for those who are into these kinds of exfoliants but not exactly the best product for me, I think.
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Good exfoliant
It works great at exfoliating. I can see the dead skin on my cotton pad even after throughly Washing my face. I don't like the "oily" feeling it leaves behind. It does go away after a few minutes. I just wish it was faster. Overall a great toner for exfoliation.
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It's okay, not magic
I researched and read reviews . I feel clean and nice while using it, the color and texture of my skin has definitely shown otherwise, my skin isn't as smooth as it use to be and I feel like it doesn't help with my buildup. It seems sticky and tacky and it's slow to absorb. It seems like a good product for some just not for me :)
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Great for acne-prone skin
Like other reviewers have mentioned, upon application this does tend to leave a sticky residue that makes the skin feel oily and tacky. That's why I like to apply this at night, and by the morning my face is smooth, glowing and healthy. Avoid overusing this product if your skin is sensitive, as I ended up over-exfoliating making my skin more redness-prone. Otherwise, this product truly lives up to its reputation!
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Not for Everyone, May work for You
Perhaps I didn't give this product a proper try but I just didn't like how my skin felt with use. I have come to realize my skin does better with a stronger alpha beta combination product. However, I gave this product to my boyfriend who is younger in his twenties and he seems to get a better result from the gentle exfoliation.
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Good product :)
This is a good product, only thing i don't like is that it feels greasy right after applying.
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Great exfoliant
This products helped clean my skin, I used to have a lot of blackheads and this helped my skin look better
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I love it so much
it feels a little oily but does wonders for your skin. i love it a lot and so does my skin
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Nice chemical exfoliator option
I have hyper sensitive combo leaning dry skin with some hormonal chin acne issues, and just a general need for some weekly exfoliation. I didn't think a BHA product was for me but after looking at the ingredients and reviews...I decided to try it. Physical exfoliation is just too much for me, so chemical seemed the way to go. The first time I used this product I had ZERO irritation which is HUGE. A lot of products, especially exfoliators cause my skin to flare up and get red. This one didn't but using it too many times in a row on sensitive skin does cause a little redness, at least for me. I find that it does take a little building up if you're going to use it everyday but for me 2-3 times a week suffices with other gentle products. I try to let it dry down completely as it is a bit tacky/sticky but when I wake up the next day my skin does look noticeably smoother! So it seems really worth it to me. Also, I don't apply it on a cotton pad but actually put it in my palms and press it into my skin. Works a bit better for me that way. Definitely will repurchase and recommend! I have tried a few Paula's Choice products that were a no go for me...but this seems to be one of their top rated/most purchased for a good reason!
by Hannah Verified Purchase
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Great addition to acne regimen
Have heard about this product for years but only recently decided to try it- because it's always anxiety inducing to change skincare regimen when you have acne prone skin. But I'm so glad I tried this- has already helped with stubborn clogged pores.
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