Paula's Choice BHA 9 Treatment Versus Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Acid Serum

Paula's Choice BHA 9 Treatment Versus Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Acid Serum Detailed comparison of Paula's Choice BHA 9 Treatment versus Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Acid Serum. This acne treatment is formulated around Salicylic Acid to clear breakouts and refine the look of pores. This smoothing serum is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Mandelic Acid to refine skin texture and clear breakouts. Propylene Glycol PEG-75 Stearate PEG-8 Water Salicylic Acid Glycerin Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Butylene Glycol Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract Sea Whip Extract Arginine Polysorbate 20 Disodium EDTA Propylene Glycol, PEG-75 Stearate, PEG-8, Water, Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Butylene Glycol, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Sea Whip Extract, Arginine, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA Methylpropanediol C9-12 Alkane Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate Pentylene Glycol Mandelic Acid Succinic Acid Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract Azelaic Acid Allantoin Sodium Hyaluronate Bisabolol Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract Niacinamide Glucosamine Zingiber Officinale Root Extract Saccharomyces Ferment Dextrin Polydextrose 1,2-Hexanediol Caprylyl Glycol Coco-Caprylate/Caprate Hydroxyacetophenone Amylopectin Succinoglycan Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate Lauroyl Lysine Sodium Phytate Lecithin Aminomethyl Propanol Xanthan Gum Citric Acid Parfum Water, Methylpropanediol, C9-12 Alkane, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Salicylic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Mandelic Acid, Succinic Acid, Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract, Azelaic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Niacinamide, Glucosamine, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Dextrin, Polydextrose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Amylopectin, Butylene Glycol, Succinoglycan, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Phytate, Lecithin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Parfum 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. 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. Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product. So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation. You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!