2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Paulas Choice · 2: treat

2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

A leave-on liquid exfoliant with 2% salicylic acid (BHA) that unclogs pores, controls oil and smooths uneven texture and fine lines. Made for daily use on all skin types.

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How to use

Apply to clean skin morning and/or night on face, neck, decollete and breakout-prone areas with a cotton round or hands. Avoid the eye area and do not rinse. Follow with treatment and/or moisturizer, and sunscreen in the day.

Pros
  • 2% salicylic acid unclogs and minimizes the look of enlarged pores
  • Green tea added to soothe and support the barrier
  • Leave-on liquid that absorbs quickly and works in a daily routine
Cons
  • Can sting or dry out sensitive skin, especially with other actives
  • Brand advises checking with a physician if you have a salicylate allergy
  • Needs sunscreen the next day

Pros, cons and how-to-use notes are Derminology's own opinion and suggestions, based on ingredients we've matched to published clinical evidence and on the brand's directions. They are general information, not medical advice. Always follow the label, patch test new products, and ask a doctor or dermatologist if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use prescription treatments.

Active Ingredients

The ingredients we've matched to real clinical evidence and used to score this product's efficacy below — not the full ingredient label.

Claims

? Non-comedogenic (unknown)
? Dermatologist tested (unknown)
✓ Safe for sensitive skin
? Hypoallergenic (unknown)
✓ Fragrance free
? Paraben free (unknown)
? Oil free (unknown)

Efficacy readout

Blemishes
4.1/5
Aging
3.6/5
Irritation
0.1/5

Eczema and Rosacea scoring: Coming soon — most clinically-proven treatments for these are prescription-only and fall outside a consumer product database. Not shown on the chart above.

Colored = scored    Grey = not applicable to this product

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