Paula's Choice Australia - PC202 1% Beta Hydroxy Acid Gel 118ml

Skin Care : Blemish & Oil Control : PC202 1% Beta Hydroxy Acid Gel 118ml

PC202 1% Beta Hydroxy Acid Gel

All Skin Types

Size: 4 oz/118 ml

RRP: $ 42.00

Member Price: $ 29.40

Also available in:

Size: Sample Size

RRP: $ 2.00

Member Price: $ 1.00

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Skin looks and feels smoother, softer, and more even-toned with this silky, water-based gel formula that exfoliates the skin’s surface and inside the pore lining. Appropriate for all skin types, but best for someone with normal to oily or combination skin prone to blemishes and blackheads.

1% salicylic acid helps smooth skin’s texture and minimize blemishes and blackheads

pH of 3.4 is optimal for effective exfoliation

100% fragrance and colorant-free

NOTE: Those allergic to aspirin (acetylsalicylate) should not use products containing salicylic acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid, or BHA).

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DIRECTIONS: Dispense a small amount onto your fingertips and smooth sparingly onto clean skin, avoiding direct contact with eyes. Depending on your skin type, follow with one of Paula’s Choice Blemish Fighting Solutions (if needed). During the day, follow with the appropriate Paula’s Choice sunscreen or your foundation with sunscreen. At night, apply the appropriate Paula’s Choice moisturiser or specialty product after this product or you can use 1% Beta Hydroxy Acid Gel alone.

BHA Advice:
To reduce skin flaking or possible irritation, some first-time users should use the BHA once a day or once every other day (preferably at night) for the first few weeks. After prolonged use (4-6 weeks), you can apply the BHA more frequently, and eventually it can be used twice a day. For some people it may only be necessary to use the BHA once a day or once every other day. The frequency of use for this BHA product completely depends on how your skin reacts so you may have to experiment until you find what works best for you. If redness, dryness, or irritation occurs, adjust frequency of application.

There are many options for how to use this type of product. You may have to experiment to figure out your best routine. Some people use it in combination with Paula's Choice 8% Alpha Hydroxy Acid Solution (some use the BHA on blemish- or blackhead-prone areas and the AHA on sun-damaged skin; or some use one product at night and the other during the day), while others prefer one exfoliant over the other and do not combine the two. The one you should use depends on what you are trying to achieve and what works best for your skin.

BHA is an essential step for battling blemishes or clogged pores. See the Skin Care Routines section for a recommended selection of products for your skin type. If your skin gets worse or rashes appear, discontinue use and refer to my Battle Plan for Blemishes page for other product options. If you are using Paula's Choice Blemish Fighting Solution it is best to apply it after the AHA or BHA. And, as always, sunscreen is the last thing applied.

If dryness or slight irritation appears, do not give up, first decrease use to every other day or just once a day and you can still experience beautiful results.

Some people want to know if they can use a scrub while using an AHA or BHA. Occasional use of baking soda mixed with your cleanser or a soft washcloth can be great for some skin types. Just be careful to gauge how your skin reacts before adding this once or twice a week step into your routine.

This product can also be used on the elbows, feet, or knees. It is a multi-purpose exfoliant that works almost anywhere!

If you have Rosacea:
We have received a lot of feedback from people with rosacea who are having a great deal of success with Paula's Choice BHA products. The reason for this may be due to BHA's relation to aspirin. Aspirin and BHA are both salicylates. Salicylates have anti-inflammatory properties. At the same time that BHA exfoliates the skin (removing the flaky skin problem associated with rosacea) it also calms down the redness!

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