Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant ingredients, decoded

01 · Key ingredients

• Salicylic Acidexfoliating acid

  well-supported

  A beta hydroxy acid used to exfoliate the skin. It appears near the top of the list; the product name states it is 2%. Full receipt ›

• Methylpropanediolsolvent and humectant

  limited evidence

  Helps dissolve ingredients and contributes to the formula's feel on skin. It appears near the top of the list.

• Butylene Glycolhumectant and solvent

  well-supported

  Helps attract water and dissolve other ingredients. It appears near the top of the list.

• Camellia Oleiferaskin-conditioning ingredient

  limited evidence

  A plant-derived ingredient used for skin conditioning. It appears in the latter half of the list, and the ingredient list does not specify which part of the plant is used.

• Sodium HydroxidepH adjuster

  well-supported

  Used to adjust a formula's pH. It appears near the end of the list.

Questions people ask

Does this product contain salicylic acid?

Yes. Salicylic Acid is listed near the top, and the product name states a 2% concentration.

Does the ingredient list include fragrance?

No fragrance or essential oil is listed among these ingredients.

Can salicylic acid irritate skin?

It can cause dryness or irritation for some people. How a formula feels can vary, and this ingredient list does not establish individual tolerance.