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Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:24 am

Hi guys

I was recently put onto this product to help me with my acne prone skin. I received it today but I'm not completely clear on how to use it properly.

The directions say:

Quote:

"Apply a small amount on clear skin and smooth over the entire face."

How does it exfoliate when all you do is apply it? I was under the impression that in order to exfoliate you must use some sort of abrasive action on the skin to remove dead skin cells. It just doesn't seem effective in actually cleaning my face like I'd imagine an exfoliant would.

Can someone please enlighten me?

Thanks

free skin care · Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:51 am

it's a chemical exfoliant which means that the chemical reaction between the product and the skin is how it exfoliates. It unglues and loosens the bonds between dead skin cells and the healthy skin cells and then you wash the dead skin cells away the next time you wash your face.

free skin care · Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:51 am

BHA is a CHEMICAL exfoliant. It exfoliates within the pore to degunk the pores. It did more for my blackheads than anything I ever tried.
What you are talking about is manual/physical exfoliant which many cannot tolerate due to irritation. Manual exfoliation is purely surface - removing dead skin cells but doesn't degunk pores.

Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:55 am

Ah-haaa! Perfect.

I had no idea that's how it worked.

Thanks

free skin care · Tue Jan 30, 2007 11:15 am

Good luck with the lotion Smile

If it doesn't work out, the liquid is very popular.

Tue Jan 30, 2007 3:21 pm

FaithTruth wrote:

Good luck with the lotion Smile

If it doesn't work out, the liquid is very popular.

Thanks Faith, I'll bear that in mind Smile

free skin care · Tue Jan 30, 2007 11:29 pm

My order cam from Paula's Choice today - I'm going to use it on my upper arms for KP.

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 6:17 am

Emma2006 wrote:

My order cam from Paula's Choice today - I'm going to use it on my upper arms for KP.

Keep me posted Emma! I was going to order the BHA solution from Ifreepretty since it looks like a very good formulation, but unfortunately BHA lotion can't be shipped internationally *sighs*. I was just about to post asking for recommendations available in Australia ^_^.

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 12:15 pm

I use both the BHA and the AHA/BHA from I feel pretty, they are both great products, non irritating - gentle.

Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:41 pm

amylola wrote:

I use both the BHA and the AHA/BHA from I feel pretty, they are both great products, non irritating - gentle.

Have you seen any results? If so, how long did it take before they were noticable? Smile

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 3:50 pm

I see results in the blackheads / clogged pores, these products def help clear them out. I cannot use them daily though or they would be too drying, but I find these much gentler than the Professional Solutions products. And they are cheaper. They just keep my skin clearer I guess you could say Razz

Wed Jan 31, 2007 4:48 pm

amylola wrote:

I see results in the blackheads / clogged pores, these products def help clear them out. I cannot use them daily though or they would be too drying, but I find these much gentler than the Professional Solutions products. And they are cheaper. They just keep my skin clearer I guess you could say Razz

Cool

Should you use a face cloth or cotton pads with your cleanser to remove the unclogged dirt in the evening, or is using your handsgood enough?

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 7:59 pm

You wash with whatever cleanser you use, then dry then soak a cotton pad or gauze with the BHA (mine is liquid) and swipe all over your face. Then you must wait 30 minutes before you put any thing else on your face, this gives it the time it needs to work. Then after that 30 min. you can put on moisturizer or what ever you use. I use oil blends, but you can use whatever. Hope that helps. Amy

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 9:57 pm

Moonman if you use your BHA consistently, once daily, you will see a difference in clear, smooth skin in a couple of weeks. If your skin gets too dry than back off and use it every other day. This is all I use as my night time moisturizer.

free skin care · Wed Jan 31, 2007 11:11 pm

cuppre wrote:

Emma2006 wrote:

My order cam from Paula's Choice today - I'm going to use it on my upper arms for KP.

Keep me posted Emma! I was going to order the BHA solution from Ifreepretty since it looks like a very good formulation, but unfortunately BHA lotion can't be shipped internationally *sighs*. I was just about to post asking for recommendations available in Australia ^_^.

I will do.
Very Happy

free skin care · Thu Feb 01, 2007 5:26 am

Emma2006 wrote:

cuppre wrote:

Emma2006 wrote:

My order cam from Paula's Choice today - I'm going to use it on my upper arms for KP.

Keep me posted Emma! I was going to order the BHA solution from Ifreepretty since it looks like a very good formulation, but unfortunately BHA lotion can't be shipped internationally *sighs*. I was just about to post asking for recommendations available in Australia ^_^.

I will do.
Very Happy

*hugs* your so sweet.

Mon Feb 12, 2007 9:27 pm

I also have a "large pores" issue, so considering buying a BHA lotion, after all the reviews on this forum. But I'm a little bit confused Embarassed

How does it fit in your skin care routine? Are you supposed to use - a cleanser -a toner - a BHA lotion- a moisturizer ? Or do you replace a toner or a moisturizer with BHA? But if I understand correctly, it's an exfoliant - so maybe I should use it right after I clean my skin?
Please help Confused

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