Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner

Paula's Choice

What it is: Best-selling leave-on exfoliant with 2% salicylic acid & green tea is clinically proven to unclog pores & control oil for clearer skin in 1 week.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 2% BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid): Penetrates pores to clear blemish-causing buildup and shed dead skin.
- Green Tea Extract:  A potent antioxidant quickly calms redness & soothes skin barrier.
- Methylpropanediol: Hydrates & prevents water loss while visibly improving skin’s glow. 

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: This gentle exfoliating toner works within the pore lining to prevent congestion & blemishes. 2% BHA is clinically proven to visibly reduce pores, control oil & support skin’s barrier. Exfoliation helps the rest of your routine absorb better and work harder for a glowing, makeup-ready complexion.

How to Use
Suggested Usage:
-Apply once or twice daily after cleansing.
-Gently shake 1–2x onto hands or a cotton pad. 
-Apply to face and neck (avoid contact with your lash line and eyelids).
-Do not rinse.
-Follow with serum and/or moisturizer.
-For daytime wear, always finish with SPF 30+.

Start Slowly: Apply every other day and note skin's response. Then use up to twice daily. For daytime, always finish with SPF 30+. For nighttime, follow with the rest of your routine. If you have a salicylate allergy, check with your physician before using any products that contain salicylic acid.

Recycling Instructions:
Check your local recycling authority's guidelines.