Cure Aqua Gel Exfoliator Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cure Aqua Gel Exfoliator 10 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant 13 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Cure Aqua Gel Exfoliator 10 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant 13 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Cure Aqua Gel Exfoliator 10 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant 13 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Cure Aqua Gel Exfoliator 10 ingredients
i don’t really know if it’s good for oily skin or not i haven’t seen a change and the app says it’s a bad match for me
HOWEVER it’s a very gentle cleanser which leaves the skin feeling so smooth
i have used it even when my skin barrier was really damaged and it didn’t make it worse at all so it says it’s a irritating exfoliator which i do not agree with, it doesn’t leave my skin red when almost Show more
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant 13 ingredients
Single-handedly cleared up my ever present stubborn blackheads!
I started using this product during the day and layering it under my sunscreen. It wasn't bad for that, but I just find using it at night is much more effective. It is a thick enough consistency that it can go on as the last layer of a night-time routine and act as an overnight mask.
I love the BHA liquid exfoliant and use that during the day now, due to its quick absorption. I am not able to Show more
