Choose the best exfoliant for your skin type and concern.

Plus, discover how to get the best results with your exfoliant.
Paula's Choice Skincare
Transform your skin with the right exfoliant
So, why is daily, gentle exfoliation an essential step in any skincare
routine? Because age and environmental damage slow skin's natural
ability to shed dead cells, leaving it dull, rough, and prone to clogged
pores.



The right non-abrasive, leave-on exfoliant will hydrate, smooth your
skin, and diminish the visible signs of ageing
– without the damaging
effects of harsh scrubs and brushes.
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Which exfoliant is right for my skin concern?
AHAs are most helpful for normal to dry skin with advanced signs of
ageing. AHA products smooth wrinkles and fine lines, help with rough,
crepey texture, and will leave you with hydrated, supple skin and a
healthy glow; research also shows them to be effective at minimising the
visible signs of sun damage.
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BHA is ideal if you’re dealing with clogged pores, blackheads,
blemishes, or enlarged pores, as well as signs of ageing. BHA is
preferred for those with temperamental skin because of its calming,
soothing properties. BHA exfoliants are even suitable for those with
skin prone to milia and/or rosacea.
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How do I choose an exfoliant for my skin type?
The exfoliant you choose is down to personal preferance, but some
textures work particularly well for certain skin types:



+ For dry skin: lotion exfoliant

+ For combination skin: gel exfoliant

+ For oily skin: liquid exfoliant



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Can you use an exfoliant around your eyes?
All Paula’s Choice Skincare products, including our leave-on
exfoliants are safe to apply up to the orbital bone. 



Apply a light layer and blend away from the eye, as products tend to
move a bit once warmed to body temperature. An exfoliant can minimise
the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and increase hydration.



Don't forget to always apply an SPF rated 30 or above daily, also around
the eyes.
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Can you combine an AHA or BHA exfoliant with retinol?
There is a common misconception that you can’t combine retinol with an
exfoliant. Actually, research shows that the anti-ageing benefits of
retinol are boosted when you combine it with an AHA or BHA exfoliant in
the right amounts. Also, our exfoliants are designed to work well with
any other Paula’s Choice product, including those that contain
niacinamide and vitamin C. 



Nonetheless, we always advise to monitor how your skin reacts and adjust
the use of products accordingly.
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