Paulas Choice Liquid Exfoliant

What it is: A daily BHA leave-on exfoliator with two percent salicylic acid that exfoliates away dead skin cells, unclog pores, and visibly smooth wrinkles – practically overnight.  

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:

- Salicylic Acid (BHA) 2%: Penetrates pores to clear blemish-causing buildup and shed dead skin.

- Green Tea: A potent antioxidant that soothes irritated skin while improving visible signs of aging.

- Methylpropanediol: Hydrates while visibly enhancing the skin’s glow and the formula’s penetration.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and triclosan. It is also gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: With a two percent concentration of salicylic acid and a pH range of 3.2 to 3.8, this global bestseller breaks down complexion-dulling buildup on skin’s surface and within pores. It leaves skin feeling dramatically smoother and looking clearer and more radiant than before. People notice a natural, visible glow after just one use.

Clinical Results: In an independent consumer panel:

- 91% of users had visibly healthier skin

- 90% saw improved skin texture

- 82% experienced smaller-looking pores