Bha 1 paulas choice review
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I don't know if it's the confidence that comes with age or just sheer laziness, but makeup has become less and less appealing to me as the years go on. Most days, I'm trading in my primer for a good pore-blurring moisturizer, an opaque lipstick for tinted lip balm, and some concealer for a solid eye cream. Don't get me wrong—I'll never break up with my beloved concealers, foundations, and mascara, but even makeup lovers can't deny that there's something really refreshing about letting your skin breathe every now and then. Paula's Choice Paulas Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid ExfoliantPaula's Choice Paulas Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid ExfoliantCredit: Courtesy As someone who loves anything that promises hydration and glow, it's hard to achieve the same level of radiance I get from my favorite gold highlighter out of my skincare routine. Face oils provided some short-term brightness till they sunk in to my skin, but that wasn't quite what I was looking for. I found the solution to my lackluster skin woes in the last place I expected to find it—in Paula's Choice's TikTok-famous BHA Liquid Exfoliant ($30, Amazon). On the outside, this seemed like a pretty basic toner. It's a simple grey bottle, and the toner has a water-like look and texture. I couldn't believe what I was seeing on TikTok. Hundreds of TikTok beauty lovers with various skin types, from oily to dry to acne-prone, and redness-prone were trying the liquid exfoliant, and every single one of them saw dramatic results fast. Even dermatologists rave about it how good it is at clearing acne and texture. Here's how it surprised me: It makes my skin glow for hours after I put it on.I use this both day and night, being careful to pair it with SPF during the day. When I use it during the day, it immediately makes my skin look glowy, and it stays that way for hours. The biggest surprise I got was using this at night, though. Since I have really dry skin, I usually wake up to see that my skin soaked up every bit of moisturizer and oil I put on it, but when I use this exfoliant, I wake up with my skin looking extra dewy and plump. It almost makes me not want to wash my face in the A.M. It's super easy to use.Technically, the directions say you're supposed to shake some of the liquid on to a cotton pad/ball before dabbing it in to your skin, but in an effort to be a little bit more eco-friendly (or an excuse to be lazy), I really just pour a teaspoon-sized amount of it in to the palm of my hand and then press it in to my skin. Just like any toner, I simply apply it right after cleansing and before my serums and moisturizers. I didn't even have to wait more than a couple of days to see dramatic results. It makes my skin soft and soothes breakouts.I have really large pores along my cheeks, so I'm constantly battling the look of texture on my face. The salicylic acid in this deeply penetrates my pores to make my skin feel just as soft (if not softer) as it does when I've gotten a facial, done some facial steaming, or used a chemical exfoliant on it. Salicylic acid is also great at fighting those cystic hormonal breakouts I get along my jawline and chin every month. I wouldn't say it prevents them, but once they pop up, they heal much faster when I use this on them overnight without irritating them or making them more red, like some chemical exfoliants can. Needless to say, I finally understand the hype around this. In just two uses, it transformed the texture of my skin, gave me a sun-kissed glow, and cleared my acne. If you don't trust me, trust the TikTok beauty gods—I'm thankful I did. Neha Tandon is the former senior commerce editor of Women's Health. She has written for New York Magazine, Cosmopolitan, BRIDES, Harper's Bazaar, Business Insider, Byrdie, and Well+Good. At the beginning of December I ordered the Paula’s Choice Calm Redness Relief 1% BHA Lotion Exfoliant and my life changed. I started out using this a few times a week and then I boldly started using it every night. You can see my current skincare routine for anti-aging, sensitive, rosacea and dry skin here. This product is vegan. Where to Buy Paula’s Choice Price $26 for 3.3 oz. About Paula’s Choice Calm Redness Relief 1% BHA Lotion Exfoliant Calm Redness Relief 1% BHA Lotion Exfoliant has a lightweight lotion texture that works to soothe redness while unclogging pores and diminishing their size. It contains salicylic acid (BHA) to exfoliate and reduce rough, bumpy skin while reducing redness due to its anti-inflammatory action. Soothing plant-derived anti-irritants coax extra-sensitive, reddened skin into a more unified, healthy appearance. Ingredients Water, Butylene Glycol (water-binding agent), Cetyl Alcohol (thickener/emollient), Magnesium Aluminum Silicate (matte finish thickener), Salicylic Acid (beta hydroxy acid/exfoliant), Cyclopentasiloxane (silicone slip agent), Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer (thickener), Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (anti-inflammatory antioxidant), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Willow Herb) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract (anti-irritants), Beta-Glucan (anti-inflammatory antioxidant), Allantoin (anti-irritant), Dimethicone (silicone skin-conditioning agent), Glycerin (skin-repairing ingredient), Lauric Acid (skin-repairing fatty acid), Sorbitan Stearate (emulsifier), PEG-40 Stearate (solubilizing agent), Polysorbate 20 (thickener), Xanthan Gum (thickener), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Hexylene Glycol (solvent), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Ethylhexylglycerin (skin-conditioning agent), Phenoxyethanol (preservative). Key Benefits
As you know, I suffer from rosacea. My skin is sensitive. I’m now also prone to dryness. I absolutely hate flaky skin (which ends up emphasized by makeup) but with my rosacea and sensitivity, I didn’t feel like I could exfoliate daily with a physical exfoliant without further irritating my skin. Enter the Calming BHA lotion. Chemical exfoliants are gentler on my sensitive skin. They don’t scratch the skin or cause micro-tears the way some physical exfoliants are prone to do. From everything that I’ve researched, chemical exfoliants give you even results because you’re not rubbing it in, so much as applying a thin layer. The Paula’s Choice Calm Redness Relief 1% BHA Lotion Exfoliant is able to clean out the gunk in my pores and make them appear smaller. It also makes my skin feel smoother. Because of the calming ingredients, my skin also has less redness. I’ve also been using this with the Calm Rednesss Relief Serum. Between the two, I’ve seen the daily redness from my rosacea greatly diminished. I love this Calming BHA lotion and I’m going to continue using it nightly to help reduce redness and keep my skin smooth. I’m really impressed with the results! What’s your favorite facial exfoliant?
Cordelia Frost is the creative force behind Phyrra, a treasure trove for cruelty-free indie and goth beauty aficionados. She's also the author of the game-changing 'Hooded Eyes Makeup Manual' by Courtney Nawara, a must-read for those looking to master hooded eyes makeup. Whether you're seeking the latest in goth beauty, alternative fashion or tips for a healthier, happier you, Cordelia offers a colorful palette of inspiration. How often to use 1% BHA?If you are new to using salicylic acid products, we recommend initially using one twice a week and then gradually build up usage to once or twice daily. Apply after cleansing and toning. A liquid BHA exfoliant is best applied with a cotton pad. Apply a BHA gel or BHA lotion the same way you would a day or night cream. How long does it take to see results from Paula's BHA?See the results 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant can make for tone & glow in just four weeks. Does Paula's Choice exfoliant actually work?Nothing has ever worked so well for me until this regimen. I can't wait to see how much better and clearer my skin looks a year from now. It's also helped reduce and virtually remove skin tags I had on my face, I'm not sure how but it's just another plus. They were small tags but I noticed them growing. Can beginners use Paula's Choice BHA?Many people with stubborn clogged pores have great results using a Paula's Choice BHA exfoliant twice per day. Note: Those new to using BHA should start by only applying every other day and note skin's response before moving on to more frequent application. |
