Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

If you have oily or acne-prone skin, you want a toner that controls excess oil production, unclogs pores, and reduces inflammation. “Salicylic acid, in particular, is effective at penetrating deep into the pores to remove impurities and prevent breakouts,” says Dr. Mitchell, adding that the BHA also has anti-inflammatory properties to help reduce redness and swelling from acne. La Jolla Laser Derm dermatologist Dr. Azadeh Shirazi and MDCS Dermatology dermatologist Dr. Lauren Penzi recommend Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant because of its salicylic-acid content. When I’ve used this in the past to spot-treat acne, it helped calm down breakouts almost instantly. Over time, I also noticed that my skin was less oily in my T-zone. While I was able to use it every day without any issues, Dr. Mitchell recommends starting this product at a few times a week to minimize risk of irritation. From there, you can increase the frequency of application as tolerated.