13. Paula’s Choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant (all of your favorite skincare TikTokers swear by it) that’ll unclog pores, banishe dead skin cells, and even out skin tone. It even works on my very allergy-prone sensitive skin. A whopping 70 reviewers used the word “miracle.”
I use this exfoliator a few times a week (I follow a skin cycling routine) and I’m in loooove. The formula isn’t too hard with my sensitive skin (and I’ve been known to over-react to other anti-acne products with salicylic acid in them) but it helps keep my skin soft, clear, and glowy. It’s the only product that has *ever* kept the pores on my nose noncongested. Put away the harsh blackhead strips and try this instead!
Promising review: “Best purchase ever! I bought this item when I ran out of the very expensive toner I generally use. Boy, have I been wasting money. This lotion is magnificent!!! I decided to use it as a toner and I am so happy I made that decision. This is the best toner I have ever used! It leaves my skin smooth, looking radiant, and youthful. And although I rarely ever have problems with my skin; with this product, I never will have problems. Run, don’t walk to get this item.” —Michel-Ange Chevry
Promising review: “This stuff should be called a miracle in a bottle. When I use it on my (pretty dry) skin, it transforms it from congested, irritated, and bright red to calm, clear, and glowing overnight. Most of the people reviewing this are using it incorrectly. It’s an acid exfoliator. That means you should use it once a week, twice at the most (if your skin is oily and needs a lot of work.) Also, it should never be used during the daytime. BHA, or salicylic acid, interacts terribly with the sun. If you absolutely must put it on in the morning, follow it up with heavy SPF, but I wouldn’t do it. This stuff is like anything else — it only works if you know how to do it properly.” —Audrey Brock
Get it from Amazon for $34.
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