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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - US Versus The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution

Exfoliator
Exfoliator
American Brand United States
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on March 04, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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When to use

5,590 Routines
25% use in am
75% use in pm
62% use every day
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1,825 Routines
28% use in am
72% use in pm
78% use every day
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Reviews

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Expensive 43% Works Well 38% Drying 24%
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Great Value 33% Sticky 33% Doesn't Work 27%