Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant-Facial Exfoliant for Blackheads, Enlarged Pores, Wrinkles & Fine Lines
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Style: Full + Travel Size Duo - 5 Fl Oz
Brand: Paula's Choice
Item Form: Liquid
Skin Type: Oily, Combination, Dry, Normal
Product Benefits: Noticeably unclogs & clears pore congestion, combats blemishes, improves clarity, and smooths rough, bumpy texture. See more
Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid, salicylic_acid
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 2.76 x 1.57 x 5.51 inches; 7.41 ounces
Item model number : 34026
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Manufacturer : Paula's Choice
Country of Origin : USA
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Style: Full Size - 4 Fl Oz
My skin type: - Very Dry, easily dehydrated - Oily nose - Prone to stubborn acne and closed comedones - Redness on chin and cheeks (not rosacea) I already use a nightly Tretinoin cream (.04% concentration) to help with my acne and premature signs of aging but decided with my derm that incorporating a BHA would be a good idea to help with my seriously stubborn closed comedones and some irritating textural issues. It was between this and the Cerave SA lotion and I ultimately decided on this due to the higher concentration of salicylic acid. It's moisturizing, and feels sticky for the first 5-10 minutes after application but seems to sinks in to something of a satin finish on me and I can no longer feel it on my skin. You just have to be a little patient. My skin feels well hydrated and plump after it settles and looks really smooth and my pores aren't as obvious. It sits just fine under makeup for me but I'm not a new user to chemical exfoliants so I don't have lots of dead skin pilling up or sloughing off when I use it, my skin is, for the most part, already very smooth outside the acne and CCs. Occasionally I'll apply it further down my neck/decolletage than usual and WOW do I old skin just ball up and peel right away - it's so gross but also satisfying. So those that don't exfoliate often or are new to BHA/AHAs will likely have issues with foundation until their skin adjusts (but it will adjust). My advice in those cases is to either use this at night for the first few weeks or just accept going barefaced for a little while if you can. I'd strongly suggest not applying this product over anything that you feel does not dry down fully, the times I've attempted to use it after serums or heavier products it takes forever to sink in and sometimes never fully does. I save all my serums and essences for after this has absorbed and it's far easier to work with it as a result. My steps go like this most days: ACWell Licorice toner --- PC 2% BHA --- 10% Niacinamide serum --- TO Matryxil serum --- Secret Key Black Snail cream or Syn-ake cream w/ 3 drops Stratia Fortify oil --- Sunscreen. It works fairly quickly IMO, on my neck where I typically don't apply my Tret at night I noticed the peeling and balling of dead skin on day one and on my face where I have a patch of really awful CCs I noticed them getting smaller and smoother by around day 3-4. I'm going on about 8 days now and they're barely visible unless I'm right up in the mirror and feel as if they're almost gone when I touch my fingers to that area. I do have some slight peeling of the skin around my mouth and nose but it's not terrible (likely because I already exfoliate the heck out of my skin with the tret). Some tips and things keep in mind: 1) DO NOT RINSE IT OFF. I don't understand some of the top reviews advising people to do that, it says on the bottle not to rinse and nearly all chemical exfoliators are meant to be left on until the next cleansing specifically so they can do their job. If you rinse it off you're either going to prevent it from properly exfoliating or end up irritating the hell out of your skin. If you have oily skin and feel this might be heavy on you than you can probably just use this on bare skin and then sunscreen if you use in the AM or a lightweight lotion/cream and be done with it, but you need to leave it on your skin. 2) You have got to use sunscreen while you're using this product! Any BHA or AHA exfoliant causes increased sun sensitivity and you have to address that in your routine. You should already use sunscreen daily but it becomes a must when you incorporate a chemical exfoliator or you risk sun damage. 3) Less is more! Don't slop this on your face or soak a cotton pad in it, a little goes a long way and you'll be kicking yourself if you apply way too much and have to wait 20+ minutes for it to sink in. Use a shake or two and add more if needed but go easy. 4) Expect some irritation initially. Chemical exfoliants can be harsh and rough even on sturdy skin and you have to give yourself time to adjust. Over-exfoliation is a possibility but sometimes just introducing a BHA or AHA into your routine can cause some sensitivity. Don't panic and just be gentle to your skin. Use ceramides (like Cerave Skin Renewing cream) or fatty oils to soothe your face if needed and try to stay away from any harsh products or acids like Vitamin C right after applying this to avoid really burning your face.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2020 by Audrey S.
Style: Travel Size - 1 Fl Oz
I’m a 76 yo woman who has had problem skin my whole life. I thought it had settled into a manageable level, but I had lots of little clear bumps on either side of my nose almost down to my mouth that I couldn’t get rid of no matter what I used or did. I also had little pimples that would come out at the corners of my mouth, and some weird bumps on my forehead (easily attributable to age). But after reading the reviews for this product, I thought I’d give it a try. I got the travel size to try, but just ordered the large size after a little more than two weeks of use. I started out using it every other day for a week, then went to every day, and now I apply morning and night after cleansing. I can already see a huge difference in my skin overall, but the little clear bumps have all but disappeared, the pimply areas beside my mouth have cleared up, and I must have had a number of clogged pores, because many areas on my face “came to a head,” then cleared up (that’s still happening in a couple areas). The large pores on my nose (which I’ve always hated) are noticeably smaller, and I’ve had no irritation. I usually apply the exfoliant with my finger and let it dry for a bit before applying any creams or serums, but sometimes I put those on right after applying the exfoliant and it doesn’t seem to make a difference. Once my skin is as clear and bump-free as I think it will likely become, I’ll just apply once a day at bedtime. I am honestly blown away at how well this works. I had one clogged pore right below my bottom lip that I’d had for years, and it’s finally opened up completely and is clear now. I have one con: the first couple times I used the exfoliant, it badly dried out my skin to the point I wasn’t sure if I wanted to keep using it, but as soon as I applied my night cream, my skin was fine. I would highly recommend buying the travel size to try it out. I’m so glad I did!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025 by Kitkat
Style: Full Size - 4 Fl Oz
I rarely write reviews, but this product deserves the hype. I’ve been using the Paula’s Choice 2% BHA for about a month now, and the difference in my skin is unreal. I have combination skin with stubborn blackheads and occasional breakouts, and this cleared up my pores and even helped smooth out some texture on my cheeks and chin. It’s super lightweight — kind of watery — so I apply it with my hands instead of a cotton pad to avoid wasting any. It doesn’t sting or irritate my skin at all (I was a little nervous since my skin can be reactive), but I do follow with a good moisturizer and SPF during the day. Honestly, I noticed results within a few days: my skin looked clearer and less congested, especially around my nose. It’s also helped my makeup go on smoother, which was a nice bonus I wasn’t expecting. If you’re dealing with clogged pores, rough texture, or hormonal breakouts, give this a try. I already bought a backup bottle. Holy grail status. Bonus Tip: Start every other day if you’re new to acids — a little goes a long way.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2025 by Sarah Rosa
Style: Full Size - 4 Fl Oz
Goes on easily with a cotton ball or fingers. It takes a while to sink in, so be patient! Feels a little sticky at first, but it does eventually get absorbed and dries, and then you don’t even realize it’s there. No skin irritation yet, and I’m seeing results after just a few uses. My skin looks brighter and more clear already! Product wasn’t in the bag originally, so I contacted Amazon and they sent a replacement right away, that actually showed up the same day!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2025 by Melissa