When I first tried this product it worked great, now a month into it and I feel like it stopped working. Another thing I don't like about it is that it makes my face super shinny and tight, like my skin is about to tear any minute now. I wouldn't recommend it, try the 8% AHA gel I've had amazing results using that in two days than I have for a month with this product.

This is an excellent exfoliator. I have used Paula's products for many years, upwards of 5 years. This 2% gel/lotion has given my skin a glow and cleared the dry, flaky bits that crop up every once in awhile. My skin is so much smoother. Thank you Paula and staff for all the hard work into making a wonderful product, among many others.

I really wanted to like this, but it doesn't seem to be working. When I use this and put on moisturizer, it beads up and rubs off. If I just use the moisturizer, I don't have that problem. On top of that, I think it's causing my skin to be too "oily". I'm wondering if I used the liquid BHA, it'd work better.

This is the best exfoliant I have ever used. It does wonders to my skin. I started by using it 1x every 2 days and slowly worked my way up to 2x day. I have mild/moderate rosacea and dry skin. People often joke that I have a "ghotee" of dry skin. This product completely eliminated the crusty flakes. After one week of use, I was so happy with my skin that I teared up. I have never had such soft skin before. Thank you to Paula and her team.

I've only used this product a few times from the samples I ordered (just placed an order for a full size). I am in my mid-forties with dry skin, uneven tone, millia on my forehead and above my lip, and starting to get visible wrinkles. Plus I have blackheads on my nose, chin, and a little on cheeks. After just three uses of this product, the millia on my forehead are less visible, skin tone more even, and my other products are working better. I am blown away. Seriously. Blown. Away.

I have purchased this lotion together with the Balancing Cleanser. I love the cleanser but I hate this lotion. My skin has mild acne to begin with but after using this lotion, my skin breaks out like crazy. I get huge cystic acne all over my chin, nose area and places that I've never had acne before. Too sad. I have to stop using it after almost two months of using this.

I use this a different way which works great for me. Kristen G. in previous review may want to try this. I mix about a nickel size of 2% BHA Lotion in with the Hydralight Cleanser and apply to my skin with a bit of water. Then the two get worked in together with the Clarisonic Mia -- that I also use. Rinse off with water. My skin feels smooth, clean and brighter and not at all tacky.

I have been using Paula's Choice for about 5 years now and have been pretty happy with them. I recently ran out of my 1% BHA lotion which worked pretty well for me but I didn't notice a big difference so I decided to try the 2% BHA lotion, unfortunately it doesn't work for me at all. I've been using it for about a month and it's making break out. And it has a tacky feeling on the skin( it does go away after a few minutes). I think it is way to moisturizing for me.

I have always been very very sensitive to any kind of acne medication. Sylicic acid or benzoyl peroxide usually leave my entire face stinging,my eyes swollen shut and peeling. Because this isonly 1% acid and a lotion , it dose not effec my skin in any way but positive. This isn't a miracle product for me as my pores are all still clogged, and still large. But the size is definitely smaller, and it definitely fights acne. I have been using this product twice a day for 2 months on my dry skin

Anyone with dry and acne-prone skin would benefit greatly from P.C. BHA lotion. I've been using it for 3 weeks now and have already seen great results. My flaky winter skin, which was also on a bad bout of acne from the excessive use of moisturizer, is balanced out, the dryness is gone and the acne is clearing up. Great product! I agree with other reviewers that it takes some time for it to sink into the skin but it doesn't bother me because it truly moisturizes my dry blemish-prone skin.

I love the results of alternating an AHA and a BHA on my face and neck but I prefer the gel to the lotion. I ordered the lotion because I tend to be normal to dry and it was the recommended choice but since then, I've tried the gel samples and I like it a lot better. To me, the gel absorbs easier and dries quicker so I can move on to the other steps.

Give this TIME. Now, after 3 months, I see amazing difference in my skin. Before had very visible pores-gone, redness at cheeks and nose- almost gone and now I have such a beautfiul even skin tone and most importantly that make-upless glow I always dreamed about. I was very close to stop using this products after 2 months because I didnt notice anything but I'm so happy I stuck with it. I have dry skin with oily t-zone and the lotion is suitable for me.

I had used the CLEAR Regular Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid for years and had great results. But as I've been getting older, my skin has been getting drier,....and I was finding the product I had been using was causing flaking and tightness. This Lotion Exfoliant worked wonderfully! It keeps the acne at bay, and keeps my skin nice and moist so there is no flaking. I use it with the Regular Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and I love it!

I also switched from the AHA (I was using it while I was pregnant), and I was looking for something for my breakout-prone skin that tends to be dryish in the winter. I love it! I'm using it in combination with the Earth Sourced Cleanser and Toner. It is the perfect combination to keep my skin clear, glowing (not oily!), and happy. I

I too just switched from the AHA products to the 2% BHA and love it. I found with the AHA that my skin was breaking out so emailed customer service and Moniqua (who is fabulous) suggested I try the BHA and even sent me a sample to try!!!! It is such a wonderful product and I use it in between the Weekly Resist Treatment. I just started using Paula's products about a month ago and previously was using a face cream that was costing me $115.00 and a serum that was costing me $105.00. After comparing the ingrediants on this site I realized I had a lot more options and options with more effective ingrediants. For those looking to try a new product just order the samples and that way you can try the products and then order the ones you love!

I started using the AHA lotion as my exfoliant, given that I have dry, sensitive skin. My main concern right now as my skin is aging is the appearance of my pores so after reading Paula's advice, I switched to a BHA. I chose the lotion because my skin is dryer and I use it with the skin recovery toner, resist anti-oxident serum and a moisturizer. I'm so pleased with how my pores look smaller and tighter. The pores on my nose are clear without any scrubbing or irritants. I'm really happy with this product and plan to keep it in my routine. Now I'm looking for a great exfoliating body lotion.

I have post accutane sensitive skin. About 6 months after my accutane course was completed I started developing clogged pores again. I began using this shortly after that and I have remained clear and non-irritated. I'm going on a year now using this, and I cannot say enough just how pleased I am with it. This is a miracle lotion to me. Very very well done Paula :)

I have been using this twice daily for 1 month. I do not yet know how it affects my skin imperfections (mainly acne, milia, and hyperpigmentation) but I do know that it is completely uncompatible with any of my other products. When worn under sunscreen or makeup, it causes the products to ball up and flake off of my face. Therefore I can only use this on days that I don't leave the house, which really limit s its potential. Even when worn under the Paula's Choice moisturizer samples that came with my order, I had the same problem, even if I waited half an hour before applying it over the exfoliant. I am pretty disappointed that I cannot even use this product often enough to know whether it helps the condition of my skin. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. The balling up of textures may have to do with how the product was being applied as well as the other products you are using with it. We would like to encourage you to contact customer care so we can discuss your routine, and how the product was being used. We are happy to make recommendations!

I have been to numerous dermatologists over the years to try and treat my acne. It was absolutely horrible. I also have extremely sensitive skin. All of the treatments I have tried have dried out my skin and made me pink. I had given up on medications and instead only washed my face with a mild cleanser followed by a moisturizer. Online, people with sensitive skin recommended Paula's Choice and I decided to give it a try. Life changing! My skin is so clear! I have only gotten 4 pimples since starting this product and that is because I was lazy and did not wash my face. My pores have shrunk, the overall texture of my skin is improved. Small lines are gone. Most amazingly of all, my skin is less pink! It is also less oily and almost seems to glow with health. Those at my work are convinced that I am 10 years younger than I am. For the first time in a long time, I actually feel beautiful. This product worked so well for me that I told my friends that they had to buy it. They now refer to it as the Miracle lotion. They too have had amazing improvements to their skin! This product has become a staple for me. I could not be more pleased! Paula, you have made me feel beautiful and like I no longer need makeup!

I love the 2% BHA lotion exfoliant that I bought after using the 1% BHA lotion for a year. This gets rid of bumps that appear behind your knees and inside your elbows and they are no longer there. I assume it is sloughing off dead skin on my face as well.

I finally got around to using this after I finished my PC's BHA 2% Liquid. I bought this BHA 2% Lotion (instead of re-purchasing the Liquid) because my skin has become more dry, and I thought it would be a great way to decrease 1 step in my routine. In other words, I thought by using the BHA Lotion instead of the Liquid, I wouldn't have to also use a moisturizer. However, this product did not work for me. Even though this is a lotion that is to be used for Dry skin, it was not moisturizing. In addition, the exfoliating properties were not as effective as the liquid. After using the lotion for about 2 months, my pores and breakouts seem to have returned to the previous sizes when I didn't use Paula's Choice products. When I used the Liquid, my pores and breakouts were less and smaller. I also find the Lotion is hard to apply; I have to kind of smear it along my skin, which is odd. Overall, I am disappointed with this product, and wouldn't recommend this. I think a better alternative is to use the Liquid or Gel, and then use a more effective moisturizer on top (especially for those with really dry skin). I feel that using 2 separate products maximizes the effectiveness of the 2 products, instead of trying to use 1 product to do two things (exfoliate and moisturize, even with the the possible side of effect of an interaction). Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear of your experience with this product. While this response is not typical, we do understand that each customer is uniquely different in how they will respond to products or ingredients. This along with everyday environmental factors can sometimes play a part in how someone will ultimately respond to a product or combination of products. We are happy to hear the liquid works better for you and encourage you to use this exfoliant. We have left the purchase price as an in house credit to be used on a future phone order and encourage you to contact customer care with any questions.

I was using a neutrogena exfoliant (good reviewed in beautypedia)...but i've been usign this one of pc for 4-5 months and my skin coudn't be better...even when it is supossed to dry skin it leaves my skin matt and smooth...acne marks have totally dissapeared (i also use resist serum, toner and moisturizer am))... So i guess the combination of the whole line have made miracles on my skin...thank you for such amazing products, my family is loving pc too...even my mom, who used the re-nutriv ultimate line of lauder for 10 years, now is even happier with these (and also her banking account)....

I really love the liquid-it's perfect under makeup and all the sunscreen and serums I use, but I bought the lotion by mistake. I put it on yesterday morning before I went out for an early walk and I literally needed a towel to wipe off the sweat from my face after a couple minutes. I am just finishing a flare of rosacea so I washed my face as soon as I got home. I wanted to like the lotion--I thought I would get better coverage than the liquid which I tend to use very sparingly, but something in the lotion feels like it smothers my skin. I will use it for my feet at night but not on my face. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear you did not like the texture of this product, it does require a pea sized amount per application as it is a richer lotion. We will certainly accept it back for an exchange, simply contact customer care with instructions for exchange, we are happy to help!

I really liked this lotion for my combination, sensitive acne prone skin. I started using Paula's skin care when she first started it and have used it on and off for years. I have always found her advice effective but just couldn't find the time to do a five-step system. I tried this lotion many, many years ago and it didn't work for me (too greasy) but it is working really well now and absorbs well once you rub it in. This along with her skin lightening gel is really keeping blemishes at bay and lightening my hormone induced brown spots. I would like to try some more of her newer products but I have to wait for a special sale before I can afford it. I think this lotion is fairly priced for the job it does!

I have tried this product for two weeks and although at first it did appear to clear some blackheads, it ended up breaking me out in some bad cystic acne. I got this as opposed to the liquid or gel because I also have pretty dry patches, and I thought this would be less drying and maybe help with flaking. It didn't dry out my skin, but it didn't help with the flakiness either. I might try the lotion or the gel, I really wanted this to work. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear the product did not produce favorable results for you. The truth is that skin care is tricky. Each person will potentially respond different to products and ingredients. If you have dry skin prone to breakouts it would be best to stick with this exfoliant and continue using to see how your skin ultimately responds as breakouts are most likely due to hormone changes. In the meantime we have left the purchase price of this product on your account which may be used on a future phone order. You may consider trying the 1% BHA lotion to see how this works for you. Please contact customer care with any questions.