Hey guys!

Just wondering if anyone else out there has had similar experiences to mine while using Paulas Choice BHA Products? Ive been using the Clear Extra Strength 2% BHA liquid for over a month and a half- and all I can say is it absolutely doesnt do anything for the closed comedones/blackheads Ive had for a while- and to make matters worse, gives me those red pimples that dont usually pop. I dont have inflamed acne at all- I just use bha to help with the blackheads/clogged pores and prevent any blemishes. I used Neostratas level 2 toner- with 10% aha and 2% bha for 2 years and loved it- I only switched because it contains alcohol and apparently thats awful. Although Im starting to see that maybe alcohol does help the BHA penetrate- because the Paulas choice hasnt been doing anything for my skin at all. Anyone else have this experience? Please share!!

2% is not enough for me. 10% was a little better, but still very slow results.

I use 20% at-home salicylic acid peels, and the results are not AMAZING, but I actually feel like it is doing something now.

I use it too and I had a bad reaction.. I'm trying again...see if it works this time!

yeah I also use it, and I have to admit it does not do a thing to keep blemishes at bay, I have red inflamed pimples and it dident do anything to help them heal or even to reduce redness!

it's okay for evening out the skin tone but I wouldent rely solely on salicylic acid for acne.

My sons used it in the past, prior to going on the regimen. It did absolutely nothing for them, they still got blemishes and blackheads. After several weeks of no improvement, they gave up. BP has worked much better.

it did nothing for me, i then tried the one with a lower ph thats meant to be even better but still didn't work (

I started using PC 2% BHA liquid 5 weeks ago and am still getting new pimples. How long did you all use it? My skin has remained the same over the last 5 weeks of consistent use. I really want it to work. @jean alfred do you use it and get good results? Should I give up and go back to differin?

Paula's choice bha made me break out horribly and did nothing for my closed comedones

Consumer acne products are inferior, and this could have a lot to do with regulations, restrictions as well as ingredients included for better shelf life. The 2% SA that Paula's Choice sells is not strong enough to help. I use Lumiplexion SA which comes in three strengths. SA doesn't work overnight. You do have to be a bit patient, but you will notice a difference with the Lumiplexion strengths.

I also recommend black soap for blackheads. I recommend the organic kind you can buy off Amazon. We take the bar, cut about an inch thick portion off, grate it with a cheese grater, put it in a pump bottle and mix 50/50 with water. It's messy and melts if you use it as a bar in the shower.

I recommend visiting Lumiplexion's website. Then email her - [email protected] Tell her what issues you're having with your skin and tell her what you're currently using. I recommend including a picture or two of your skin. She will give you recommendations.