Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA

Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA is unlike any body lotion you may have tried because of its unique skin-smoothing benefits that become visible from the first use. This lightweight yet moisturizing body lotion is a completely non-abrasive, gentle way to shed built-up layers of dead skin, resulting in unbelievably smooth, younger-looking skin from the neck down.

This exfoliant has a pH range of 3.5–3.9.

Learn more about ourBHA Exfoliants.

Works from the first application to visibly make rough, dry skin a thing of the past. Ongoing use banishes dullness and promotes resilient skin that’s touchably soft and ultimately smooth. This is a customer favorite, suitable even for skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

Apply a small amount to clean skin. May be used daily for all-over smoothing, or applied as a spot treatment where needed. Apply this treatment first when using with a moisturizer. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.

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

Key Ingredients: Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

All Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau (Solvent | Good), Butylene Glycol (Humectant, Texture Enhancer | Good), Cetyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, Emollient, Emulsifier | Good), PPG-14 Butyl Ether (Solvent, Humectant, Texture Enhancer | Good), Salicylic Acid (Exfoliant, Humectant | Best), Dimethicone (Silicone, Emollient | Best), Tocopheryl Acetate (Antioxidant | Best), Polyacrylamide (Film-Forming Agent | Good), Cyclopentasiloxane (Silicone, Emollient, Solvent | Good), C13-14 Isoparaffin (Texture Enhancer, Solvent | Good), PEG-40 Stearate (Cleansing Agent | Good), Sorbitan Stearate (Emulsifier, Texture Enhancer | Good), Xanthan Gum (Texture Enhancer, Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier | Good), Cyclohexasiloxane (Silicone, Emollient, Solvent | Good), Caprylyl Glycol (Preservative, Plant Extracts | Good), Sodium Hydroxide (pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Average), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Emollient, Texture Enhancer, Plant Extracts | Best), Ethylhexylglycerin (Preservative, Humectant | Good), Hexylene Glycol (Solvent, Texture Enhancer | Good), Laureth-7 (Cleansing Agent, Texture Enhancer, Emulsifier | Good), Allantoin (Plant Extracts | Best), Bisabolol (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Disodium EDTA (Chelating Agent | Good), Dimethiconol (Silicone, Emollient | Good), Epilobium Angustifolium Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant, Fragrance: Synthetic and Natural | Good), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative | Good)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Epilobium Angustifolium Extract: Also known as fireweed extract, this natural ingredient has potent antioxidant and soothing capabilities. Rich in polyphenols + pure vitamin C; Contains fatty acids; Potent soothing properties
• 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
• Tocopheryl Acetate: A form of vitamin E frequently used in cosmetics for its antioxidant benefit. Also referred to as tocopherol acetate; One of many forms of vitamin E; Offers anti-aging benefits due to its antioxidant properties
• Allantoin: An ingredient that can be naturally derived or made synthetically. It has skin-soothing and moisturizing properties, making it an excellent inclusion in products designed for sensitive skin. Can soothe skin; Has skin moisturizing properties; Helps mitigate skin’s response to active ingredients
• 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
• Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract: A naturally derived ingredient well known for its antioxidant and skin soothing benefits. Its flavor component, which is considered non-sensitizing, is also used as an additive in food and lip products. Known for its antioxidant benefits; Serves as a skin-soothing ingredient; Used as a flavoring agent in some lip products

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Can you use Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment with 2% BHA on your face?

Yes, you can use this body BHA on your face if its hydrating texture suits your skin type. The ingredients in this formula are suitable for skin anywhere.

Which product is better for bumpy skin on the arms and legs: Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment or CLEAR Acne Body Spray?

Both products contain 2% BHA (salicylic acid) which is suitable for this concern, so it really comes down to your texture and application preference. Weightless Body Treatment has a silky, non-greasy, hydrating lotion texture that glides easily over your arms and legs whileCLEAR Acne Body Spray's featherlight liquid texture is great for hard-to-reach areas.

Which acid is best for bumpy skin?

Beta hydroxy acid (BHA, or salicylic acid, which is the key ingredient in this product) and alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs, such as glycolic acid, the key ingredient inSkin Revealing Body Lotion) are both suitable forsmall hard bumps on skin, including skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

How is Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment different from the 2% BHA Exfoliants for your face?

The primary differences between these body and facial exfoliants are their size, texture and base formula since they all contain the same key ingredient, 2% BHA. The lightweight lotion-based Weightless Body Treatment is hydrating, and excellent for all skin types, and especially for those with concerns of anti-aging from the neck down. 2% BHA Liquid, Gel and Lotion offer different texture options, each suitable for various skin types.

How to use Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment?

Apply this product to clean skin. You can use it as a spot treatment or apply it the way you would a regular body lotion.

How many times a week should I use Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment?

You can use Weightless Body Treatment every day, or as often as needed.

Should the Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment be applied to wet or dry skin?

While you can apply this treatment to wet or dry skin, most people find that it applies easiest to freshly cleansed, towel-dried skin.

Is the Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment a serum or a lotion?

This product is an exfoliating body lotion. It has the non-greasy moisturizing texture of a lotion, but its benefits go beyond standard body hydrators by also offering exfoliating benefits, so skin feels soft and smooth.

Should I use body lotion on top of Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment?

You can apply a body lotion on top of this treatment if you’d like, although many people find that it's hydrating enough on its own. It all depends on your specific skin care needs.

What’s the pH of Paula's Choice Weightless Body Treatment?

The pH of this product is between 3.5-3.9, which is within the optimal pH range for effective exfoliation.

Does the Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA have a noticeable scent?

While Paula's Choice products are fragrance-free, each product may have a unique scent due to its ingredients. The scent of the Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA that some may notice is from the combination of ingredients it contains. This scent dissipates quickly after application. The perception of smell can vary greatly between individuals, so what one person notices, another may not notice at all. Many customers find that they quickly get used to the unique scents of Paula's Choice products and that the benefits outweigh any potential drawbacks. Learn more aboutfragrance-free skin care.