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product_id: 67486177
title: "Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Leave-On Exfoliant"
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reviews_count: 13
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# Fragrance & cruelty free Gentle liquid leave-on formula 2% BHA Salicylic Acid Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Leave-On Exfoliant

**Brand:** paula's choice
**Price:** 107.44 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Unlock flawless skin with the gentle power of Paula’s Choice! ✨

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Leave-On Exfoliant by paula's choice
- **How much does it cost?** 107.44 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- paula's choice enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted paula's choice brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Travel-Ready & Minimalist:** Compact 1 fl oz size, fragrance-free and cruelty-free for clean, conscious skincare on-the-go.
- • **Multi-Targeted Skin Renewal:** Fights blackheads, wrinkles, redness, and enlarged pores for a radiant youthful glow.
- • **Powerful 2% BHA Exfoliation:** Clinically proven salicylic acid unclogs pores & smooths skin texture without irritation.
- • **Gentle Daily Leave-On Liquid:** Non-abrasive formula hydrates and refines skin tone for all skin types, even sensitive.
- • **Science-Backed & Loved by 100K+:** Top-rated exfoliant with 4.5 stars and thousands of rave reviews from skincare pros and enthusiasts.

## Overview

Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Leave-On Exfoliant is a dermatologist-developed, fragrance-free chemical exfoliant featuring 2% salicylic acid. This lightweight liquid unclogs pores, smooths wrinkles, and evens skin tone while being gentle enough for daily use on all skin types. Its travel-friendly size and cruelty-free formula make it a must-have for millennials seeking effective, science-backed skincare that delivers visible results without irritation.

## Description

desertcart.com: Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Leave-On Exfoliant, 1 Fl Oz | Gentle Salicylic Acid Leave-On Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Enlarged Pores, Wrinkles & Fine Lines, Travel Size : Paula's Choice: Beauty & Personal Care

Review: If you actually understand how to use it, it's amazing. - 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.
Review: The strongest, yet most gentle product I have ever experienced! - I have used products that are either too weak to notice any difference or so strong that my skin peels so badly that I'm embarrassed to leave my home. Paula's liquid exfoliant is absolutely amazing! It goes on like water and my initial impression was that it would do nothing. In fact, after my first (and literally every application since), I've been shocked at the improvement in my skin. Last week, I ran out of Paula's and decided to use my old tretinoin before bed. The next morning, my skin was coming off like a snake's skin in layers! It was so embarrassing that I actually called in sick to work, because my skin looked so horrible! I immediately ordered more of Paula's exfoliant. I had yet to venture out of my home, as my skin was coming off in literal sheets! And my face itched! If I scratched it, my skin would flake off like the worst dandruff anyone had ever seen. I was so embarrassed that I called in sick again that day. Thankfully, the Paula's exfoliation liquid came in that afternoon. I immediately applied it, and I reapplied it before bed that night. The following morning, my skin looked perfect! No more flaking or peeling off in sheets. No more itching. Paula's Skin Perfecting Exfoliant is both incredibly gentle and incredibly powerful! I honestly don't know how it can be so perfectly both gentle and powerful, but I will never go without it again. In fact, I'm buying it again today because of Prime Day and it's on sale. I wish I could afford to buy 50 refills now. I'm seldom this effusive in my praise, but I feel far more strongly about how fantastic this product is than I've been able to express here.

## Features

- GENTLE NON-ABRASIVE LEAVE-ON EXFOLIANT: With 2% BHA (Beta hydroxy acid), to unclog & diminish enlarged pores, exfoliate dead skin cells, smooth wrinkles, and brighten and even out skin tone. Combats redness, wrinkles, aging, enlarged pores, and blackheads.
- LIQUID FACE EXFOLIANT: Dramatically improves skin's texture for radiant youthful even-toned skin. Beta hydroxy acid (BHA, also known as salicylic acid) mimics the natural exfoliation process of younger skin by helping it shed extra layers while unclogging and clearing pores.
- HYDRATE, BRIGHTEN & SMOOTH FINE LINES: Our unique, non-abrasive, leave-on face exfoliant is gentle enough for daily use on all skin types. Exfoliates dead skin cells while clearing pores for a more even tone, plus it visibly reduces fine lines & wrinkles.
- EXFOLIANTS FOR FACE: Paula's Choice facial exfoliants are gentler on delicate skin of the face & neck than an abrasive face scrub, which can cause micro-tears. A BHA leave-on exfoliator delivers hydration & can exfoliate directly inside the pore & improve how the pore works.
- Paula's Choice Skincare makes products that work. No fragrance, no fluff. Just effective, science-backed formulas that target any concern from wrinkles to breakouts.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07C5SS6YD |
| Active Ingredients | Beta Hydroxy Acid, Salicylic Acid, salicylic_acid |
| Additional Features | Travel Size, Unscented |
| Best Sellers Rank | #51 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #1 in Facial Polishes |
| Brand | Paula's Choice |
| Brand Name | Paula's Choice |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 116,613 Reviews |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Highlight | Gentle Salicylic Acid Leave-On Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Enlarged Pores, Wrinkles & Fine Lines, Travel Size |
| Item Volume | 30 ml |
| Item Weight | 43 g |
| Manufacturer | Paula's Choice |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 22016 |
| Material Feature | Antioxidant, Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free |
| Material Features | Antioxidant, Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free |
| Material Type Free | Alcohol Free, Artificial Color Free, Dye Free, Oil Free, Silicone Free |
| Model Number | 22016 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Noticeably unclogs & clears pore congestion, combats blemishes, improves clarity, and smooths rough, bumpy texture. Product Benefits Noticeably unclogs & clears pore congestion, combats blemishes, improves clarity, and smooths rough, bumpy texture. See more |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Exfoliating,Travel,Wrinkles |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Size | 1 Fl Oz |
| Skin Exfoliant Type | Chemical |
| Skin Tone | All |
| Skin Type | Combination, Dry, Normal, Oily |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
| UPC | 655439020169 655439720168 |
| Unit Count | 1 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Active Ingredients:** Beta Hydroxy Acid, Salicylic Acid, salicylic_acid
- **Brand:** Paula's Choice
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Skin Type:** Combination, Dry, Normal, Oily

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How does the 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Toner help improve skin?**
A: It works within the pore lining to combat & prevent congestion, clogs, and blemishes, while visibly smoothing fine lines and improving dullness. Over time, the 2% BHA Liquid also helps control excess oil & minimize pores.

**Q: How often should I use the 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Toner?**
A: Start by applying every other day, then increase up to 2x/day as tolerated. Reduce frequency if irritation occurs. Consult a physician before using if you have a salicylate allergy.

**Q: Is the 2% BHA Liquid both an exfoliant and a toner?**
A: Our 2% BHA is an exfoliating toner, meaning it has the lightweight, liquid texture of a hydrating toner, plus the benefits of a chemical exfoliant—which include removing dead skin cells, unclogging pores, and brightening a dull complexion.

**Q: My 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Toner smells different. Is it still okay to use?**
A: Yes. You may notice changes in color, texture, or scent due to our fragrance- and dye-free formulas; this is normal. For best results, replace the product after the marked PAO or expiration date as effectiveness may decline after that time.

**Q: Is the 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Toner fragrance-free?**
A: Yes, though you may notice a mild, naturally occurring scent due to the product's ingredients.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you actually understand how to use it, it's amazing.
*by A***. on January 9, 2020*

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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The strongest, yet most gentle product I have ever experienced!
*by D***B on June 23, 2026*

I have used products that are either too weak to notice any difference or so strong that my skin peels so badly that I'm embarrassed to leave my home. Paula's liquid exfoliant is absolutely amazing! It goes on like water and my initial impression was that it would do nothing. In fact, after my first (and literally every application since), I've been shocked at the improvement in my skin. Last week, I ran out of Paula's and decided to use my old tretinoin before bed. The next morning, my skin was coming off like a snake's skin in layers! It was so embarrassing that I actually called in sick to work, because my skin looked so horrible! I immediately ordered more of Paula's exfoliant. I had yet to venture out of my home, as my skin was coming off in literal sheets! And my face itched! If I scratched it, my skin would flake off like the worst dandruff anyone had ever seen. I was so embarrassed that I called in sick again that day. Thankfully, the Paula's exfoliation liquid came in that afternoon. I immediately applied it, and I reapplied it before bed that night. The following morning, my skin looked perfect! No more flaking or peeling off in sheets. No more itching. Paula's Skin Perfecting Exfoliant is both incredibly gentle and incredibly powerful! I honestly don't know how it can be so perfectly both gentle and powerful, but I will never go without it again. In fact, I'm buying it again today because of Prime Day and it's on sale. I wish I could afford to buy 50 refills now. I'm seldom this effusive in my praise, but I feel far more strongly about how fantastic this product is than I've been able to express here.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gentle but effective
*by A***R on June 4, 2026*

I’ve used quite a few exfoliating products over the years, but I keep coming back to this one because blackheads seem determined to make themselves at home in my pores. No matter how consistent I am with the rest of my skincare routine, they always find a way to show up, especially around my nose and chin. What I like most about this exfoliant is that it works without feeling harsh. It has a lightweight liquid texture that applies easily and absorbs quickly. Unlike physical scrubs that can leave my skin feeling irritated or over-exfoliated, this provides gentle chemical exfoliation with none of the rough scrubbing. My skin feels smoother after use, and I don’t get the tight, stripped feeling that some acne-focused products can cause. After using it regularly, I notice fewer clogged pores and a visible reduction in blackheads. My pores also look less noticeable, and my skin texture appears more even overall. It helps keep congestion under control before it turns into larger blemishes, which is a big reason why it has remained a staple in my routine. For me, this is one of those rare products that manages to be both effective and gentle at the same time. If blackheads and clogged pores are an ongoing battle, this has been one of the most reliable products I’ve found for keeping them under control while still being comfortable enough for regular use. Summary: This exfoliant has earned a permanent spot in my skincare routine. It helps reduce blackheads, keeps my pores looking clearer, and improves overall skin texture without irritating my skin. For anyone dealing with persistent pore congestion, it’s easy to see why this product has such a loyal following.

## Frequently Bought Together

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