CLEAR by Paula's Choice | Acne Treatment, Acne Skin Care, Acne Medication, Acne Wash

Product Rating:

(16 reviews)

Amazing!
I'm not kidding. It really works. I got SEVERE acne just this summer only on my cheeks and got really stressed about it. I even took subscripted medicine and got treatments from dermatologists but nothing worked. I got this product not really expecting much as my last trial for cosmetics. Because of the medicine I have been taking, my face was totally flaky because of side effects and the product seemed little too strong for my skin so I just used it once a day at night. I've actually used it less than a week and I'm literally seeing my face getting so much better. I guess that because this product is pretty storng, you've just gotta be flexible and find the way that would suit you. I've stopped taking medicin ever since I began using this product and side effects are going away so I'm really happy. I've never really seen cosmetic products that actually worked. It really does work!
—Alex

another success story
I am beyond pleased with this line. I have moderate break-outs at that time of the month. I have used Paula's products for years, but there is something in this line that just brings this to a new level of productivity. I have tried the other major acne lines (I am 30) and nothing worked for me like this. It is worth a try. I had results within the first couple days.
—AMANDA

Not that much of a difference...
I really did not see that much of a difference form this acne system as opposed to other acne treatment system. As well-formulated this system may be, I however did not see any results by using it over a 4-8 week span of time. Customers only want to see "results" more than anything though. As much as I love Paula Begoun, this line just falls slightly flat for me.
—Guillermo

Perfect for Teens
I have always been a fan of Paula's products and bought this for my 14 year old son who is getting acne. It doesn't sting his face and is starting to clear up his acne. I have two other teens and will start them on the program as well. Thank you Paula for making products that work!
—Esther

Very pleased!!!
I am very pleased. I have had VERY little breakouts since I have been using this product (for a month now). I have very sensitive skin all my life and nothing has ever work except this!
—Britt

Somewhat average, for me.
I ordered Paula's Choice 3-step system after my friend ordered it and said it worked great. She generally has less acne prone skin than I do, so I was a little skeptical. However, I purchased the product and decided to give it a try. Personally, I don't like gel cleansers because they don't exfoliate very well for me, and the toner didn't work well either. However, the spot treatement is sensational! I use St. Ives apricot scrub, witch hazel toner, and this spot treatment for an amazing combination!
—Elizabeth

Not pleased
I've used Paula's choice for 6 years and have always been very pleased with all the products. I recently purchased these products and was extremely displeased with them. My skin began to break out more frequently and worse than it ever has before. Customer Care Response: We are sorry to hear about your experience with these products and will share your feedback with Paula and her team. Please contact Customer Service via phone, Live Chat or email for return assistance.
—Leigh Matchett

Great stuff.
I am almost 40 and have always had acne, despite using skin care products and makeup that aren't supposed to cause acne. This is the best skin care system I've ever used. It does a much better job of controlling acne than other stuff I've tried (including Proactiv and Avon Clearskin).
—Courtney

The best acne treatment ever!!!
I bought this for my son because he was having a problem with acne in high school. I know what he was going through since I battled acne my whole life. My sister recommended it and within one week his face was cleared within two weeks the red spots were lighter. You would never think he had a problem in the first place. Good bye weekly facials $60each. I use it now and cant believe the results. AMAZING!!! Don't give up, at least give it two weeks and you will see results.
—Pauline Greene

It's DEFINITELY worth it.
I've had acne since I was in gr4. It's genetic. I also see a dermatologist and am on the "pill" because of it. Every product i tried worked only for a while, but it seemed as if my skin got immune to it shortly after and i would start getting acne again. I've tried blue light therapy, minced radish massages, topical medicines, salt water, and almost every product out there. With this product my skin just gets better literally EVERY SINGLE DAY. I am also using Avene's spring water. That's it. No facial lotion or anything else for my face at all.
—Ruth Kim

Not for me
After trying products from Paula's books, I hoped for something different from her own line only to be disappointed again. I chatted live with one of their experts and chose to buy the full size instead of the trials. My mistake. Based on her recommendation I got the extra strength. I don't have sensative skin, I have used just about everything with no adverse reaction. Just have the problem of keeping my skin clear. I can't even fully review the products since after the second use I could no longer use it. After the first use I noticed that my face burned. The next day I used it again. Once the burning sensation stopped I put my powder on only to find it made it burn again. One thing I have found with any acne line is to give it a little time to work, but it should never hurt or hinder the make-up application. This is probably just a case of to strong a product for my needs, but it would be a first. Everyone will have different reactions and might not have the same problem. But me, I am returning it and starting over with something else.
—cheli

Too harsh and drying for me
I got the sample kit and tried the regular and extra strength. LOVE the regular, but this dried out my skin and made me break out more. I'm sticking with the regular!
—Linda

Beyond Amazed
Despite two rounds of Accutane, four chemical peels, and usage of every acne product under the sun (OTC and prescription), my acne was still a problem....and then I started using the CLEAR products. I am in the Navy and I just deployed to a ship for 3 months (meaning: I spent 3 months stewing in a steel box of other people's hygiene) and I thought FOR SURE I was going to get off that ship with my acne as bad as it was before the Accutane....but using the CLEAR products twice a day, my face looked better than ever. I have genetic cystic acne and live in the desert (in the Middle East now) and was on a ship. My face *should* be worse than ever right now. Instead, thanks to Paula's products, I wake up to skin every morning that I literally dreamed about as a child.
—Janelle

About to try something different
I used the Clear system and by the time I ran out, I finally began to see a little difference in my skin. I am either going to try the extra strength or try something entirely different. I love Paula's Choice overall, but I may have tougher acne than the regular strength Clear System can help.
—Dana

my skin looks worse
I tried this and the regular strength system, and I'm breaking out more, not less. My skin looks worse now than it did before I started using these products. Customer Care Response: We are sorry to hear about your experience with these items. Please contact our Customer Care team for further assistance in selecting alternate items. Please note: we do offer a 60 day return/exchange policy.
—Cate

Ordered for my teen as a
Having enjoyed many of paula's choice products myself, I decided to give the extra strength system a try as a "last resort" for my teen daughter before paying to see a dermatologist. The reviews and paula's guarantee helped in the decision. WOW! It worked! After using it for a couple of weeks daughters skin transformed. She now has really great skin with only the normal hormonal break-outs that many of us have each month. She has been using this system for over a year now. Thank you for developing this product!
—Michelle C

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