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kariline

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the ordinary vs paula’s choice

TO SA masque won the product comparison but the paula’s choice BHA liquid exfoliant won the reviews im confused as to which one to get. skin problems are hormonal acne i only get them 4-5 times a month especially during ovulation period, whiteheads or clogged pores that sometimes turn into a papule or pustule and mild hyperpigmentations(slightly pinkish cheeks because of PIE and some dark spots) thanks!
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Paula's Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

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Salicylic Acid 2% Masque

The Ordinary
Salicylic Acid 2% Masque

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4.5

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ayuvita23

Oily/Resilient

If I was you , i’ll choose the cheapest one. Its depend what i like , Bha Cream or bha toner.
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MsK

Oily/Sensitive

Do you use any bha's currently? Are they in toner/serum form? (Stays on skin) Or wash off? (Cleanser) Does it cause irritation? (Serum may be too strong % ) If you haven't used Bha's before maybe the TO mask is better as it will sit on your skin for a short time before being removed lessening your chance of irritation. After that you can progress to the toner for a deeper treatment
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meumeu

Dry/Resilient

If you're using bha 1st time go for TO or else Paula's choice will be good option for you
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Camelliaskinensis

Dry/Sensitive

The more direct counterpart to the PC is actually the TO Salicylic Acid 2%. I actually love both and they both work well for me but in terms of consistency, the PC is watery while the TO is viscous. This makes the PC better for covering large areas where congestion or clogged pores occur and the TO better for spot treatments, although you can make either one work for both functions.
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution

The Ordinary
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution

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jwleong

Oily/Resilient

If you're having dry skin, the clay mask is probably not for you, as it's gonna make your skin dryer. Another difference, apparently, is how long these products will stay on the skin. TO mask needs to be washed off, hence a shorter skin contact time, which also means less SA effect but less SA irritation.
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