Clinique Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Corrector & Optimizer Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Clinique Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Corrector & Optimizer Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Detailed comparison of Clinique Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Corrector & Optimizer versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant US. This brightening serum is formulated around Ascorbyl Glucoside and Acetyl Glucosamine to fade the look of dark spots and brighten dull-looking skin. This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid to refine skin texture and refine the look of pores. Water Dimethicone Butylene Glycol Isododecane Cyclopentasiloxane Polysilicone-11 Ascorbyl Glucoside Tromethamine Pentylene Glycol Curcuma Longa Root Extract Morus Bombycis Root Extract Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract Betula Alba Bark Extract Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Trametes Versicolor Extract Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract Morus Nigra Root Extract Molasses Extract Citrus Grandis Peel Extract Hordeum Vulgare Extract Salicylic Acid Oryza Sativa Bran Extract Algae Extract Caffeine Gentiana Lutea Root Extract Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Saccharomyces Lysate Extract Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Faex Extract Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica Sorbitol Cholesterol Phospholipids Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride Squalane PEG-10 Dimethicone PEG-6 Glycerin Sucrose Polysorbate 20 Tocopheryl Acetate Isohexadecane Acetyl Glucosamine Propylene Glycol Dicaprate Arginine Helianthus Annuus Seedcake Sodium Rna Caprylyl Glycol Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol Glycyrrhetinic Acid Sodium Hyaluronate Polysorbate 80 Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer Carbomer Potassium Sorbate Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Sulfite Sodium Metabisulfite Hexylene Glycol Disodium EDTA Phenoxyethanol CI 19140 CI 15985 Water, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Pentylene Glycol, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Morus Bombycis Root Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Morus Nigra Root Extract, Molasses Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Salicylic Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Algae Extract, Caffeine, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Faex Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract, Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica, Sorbitol, Cholesterol, Phospholipids, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride, Squalane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG-6, Glycerin, Sucrose, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isohexadecane, Acetyl Glucosamine, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Arginine, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Sodium Rna, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 80, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Metabisulfite, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, CI 19140, CI 15985 Methylpropanediol Camellia Oleifera Leaf Tetrasodium EDTA Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera Leaf, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA Be the first to review These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons: Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients. Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness. Polysorbate 20 is a gentle, water-soluble emulsifier and mild surfactant. It stops oil and water from separating to keep your formulas blended and stable. It also acts as a mild penetration enhancer by helping active ingredients absorb slightly better. The common safety discussion around this ingredient involves a manufacturing byproduct called 1,4-dioxane. Trace amounts can form during production but the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has concluded that levels at/below 10 ppm in finished products are safe (commercial products consistently fall within acceptable margins). True allergic reactions are uncommon and the CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be safe as used in cosmetics. Because it is derived from lauric acid, it may not be fungal acne safe. Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation. Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts. Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive. Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product. It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine. While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin. If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here. Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective. In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline. Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated. "Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.