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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Tried to Love It
So I had pretty good skin and would have a couple of red large breakouts on my face. I wanted to try something different and after reading reviews on this site and watching videos of people claiming this changed their skin, I bought it. First used it once a week to slowly get my skin used to it. Used it for almost three months before I quit. I had so many red breakouts on parts of my face I never broke out from. At first I thought it was just my skin purging but it would not stop. After I stopped using this my skin is finally back to normal. I really wanted to love this. It did however make my pores look tighter on the parts of my face it didn't breakout. Not worth it when a clay mask does the same thing without breaking me out. If you want to try this i would say get a small size first or try to return within the return window because now i have a large, pretty pricey bottle of a product i will never use again. i really hoped it would work and used it for three months so i cant even return it.
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Great Acne Treatment
This is such a great treatment for acne and uneven skin. Would definitely recommend.
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Classic for a Reason!
I really like this BHA treatment for helping with uneven skin and acne. It is popular for a reason!
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Reduced acne and pore size
My skin has noticeably improved since using this. It looks more even in tone, these annoying tiny whiteheads that I kept getting disappeared, and I think this has helped improved my skin texture a bit (I have large pores and a couple icepick scars) It doesn't feel like it absorbs/feels like it still sort of sits on your skin so I just leave it on at night. Definitely don't get this product in your eyes because it stings so make sure to rinse your face before showering/working out and sweating.
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Target oiliness
This product is so gentle but effective at treating oiliness and reducing inflammation. It's gentle enough to use it twice a day but it keeps everything at bay over time you'll switch to once a day. It's not drying, has no fragrance and the ingredients are simple but powerful. Everyone who is oily or has acne needs this one.
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A Classic For A Reason
This is a classic for a reason. It's effective, no offensive smell, no irritation, inexpensive. If you're looking to add a BHA into your routine, you will not regret this purchase. Stop reading reviews and just buy it. :)
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So far so good
This chemical exfoliant is surprisingly gentle, even for someone with sensitive/reactive skin. After m building up a tolerance to it gradually over the course of a few weeks, I am able to use this every day without irritation. I was a little worried about the smell after noticing that mentioned in a lot of reviews, and while noticeable, it doesn't actually bother me. What I find more off-putting is the slightly tacky feeling it leaves on my skin. There has already been improvement to smoothness for sure, though no noticeable decrease in pore size yet. This is the first Paula's Choice product I have used and I am already understanding the hype behind this much-beloved brand. Looking forward to seeing where I am at with this BHA liquid in a few months' time!
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Great product
I like using this product 2x a day before my product routine, i just splash some in my hands instead of cotton pads. I'm halfway thru this bottle and i see a difference in the texture of my skin. Love it so far.
by Clara Verified Purchase
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EPIC PRODUCT!
i wanted to wait a couple weeks to see how my skin reacted to this before writing a review, and a month in i have to just say WOW; this is a GAMECHANGER. i have acne-prone, dry-leaning combo skin, and have been battling cystic acne these last couple years. using this once a day (except on days i do a deeper exfoliation) has seriously kept all types of acne at bay. definitely hopping on the band wagon!
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Nice option!
A good salicylic acid treatment that is not drying. I haven't used it long enough to see full results, but it's definitely promising!
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