2% BHA Gel Exfoliant

SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant is a leave-on, water-light formula that gently and naturally exfoliates dead skin, just like your skin did when you were younger. This creates an immediate and dramatic improvement in skin’s appearance and feel. Your skin will look more radiant and smooth, with diminished pore size, while softening the appearance of wrinkles. This exfoliant has a pH range of 3.2–3.8.

Apply 1-2 pumps over entire face and neck, including the eye area (avoid lash line and eyelids) after cleansing and toning. Do not rinse.

Start Slowly: Apply every other day and note skin's response. Then use up to twice daily. For daytime, always finish with SPF 30+. For nighttime, follow with the rest of your routine.

If you have a salicylate allergy, check with your physician before using any products that contain salicylic acid.

Key Ingredients: Bisabolol, BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid), Phytosphingosine, Grape Seed Extract, Green Tea, Salicylic Acid

All Ingredients: Water (Solvent | Good), Methylpropanediol (Solvent, Humectant | Good), Butylene Glycol (Humectant, Texture Enhancer | Good), Polysorbate 20 (Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier | Good), Salicylic Acid (Exfoliant, Humectant | Best), Phytosphingosine (Emollient | Best), Hydroxyethylcellulose (Texture Enhancer, Film-Forming Agent, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Good), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Epilobium Angustifolium Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Bisabolol (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Tetrasodium EDTA (Chelating Agent | Good), Sodium Hydroxide (pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Average)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Bisabolol: Soothing ingredient with significant skin-calming properties. Can be derived from plants (such as chamomile) or made synthetically. Skin-soothing ingredient; May offer some discoloration-fading properties; Commonly derived from chamomile
• BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid): BHA, or beta hydroxy acid, is more commonly known as salicylic acid. Also known as salicylic acid; Best known for exfoliating/anti-acne properties; Helps skin shed in a manner that mimics youthful skin
• Phytosphingosine: This fatty acid is found naturally in the upper layers of skin and helps it retain its natural moisturizing factor (NMF), which benefits skin health. It also has calming properties. Found naturally in skin’s upper layers; Part of skin’s natural moisturizing factor (NMF); Replenishes skin’s barrier
• Grape Seed Extract: This extract from the seeds of the common grape has numerous benefits for skin, including anti-aging, soothing, and dark spot-fighting properties. Rich source of antioxidants; Contains anti-aging resveratrol; Promotes hydration from an improved barrier
• Green Tea: Research has established that topical application of green tea leaves or extracts have many benefits for skin, including anti-aging properties. Has anti-aging and soothing benefits; Contains antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate; Helps improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin
• Salicylic Acid: Oil-soluble exfoliating ingredient that gently helps slough off dead skin cells and unclogs pores, for softer, smoother texture and tone. Also known as beta hydroxy acid (BHA); Best known for exfoliating properties; Oil solubility lets it exfoliate inside pores

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