Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Versus MediCube Zero Pore Pad 2.0

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Versus MediCube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 Detailed comparison of Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Australia versus MediCube Zero Pore Pad 2.0. This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid to refine skin texture and refine the look of pores. This pore-care toner pad uses a pre-saturated pad with Lactic Acid and Salicylic Acid to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture. Water Methylpropanediol Butylene Glycol Salicylic Acid Polysorbate 20 Camellia Oleifera Leaf Sodium Hydroxide Tetrasodium EDTA Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera Leaf, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA Tromethamine Lactic Acid Alcohol Denat. 1,2-Hexanediol Panthenol Glycereth-26 Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer Betaine Trehalose Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate Ethylhexylglycerin Glycerin Allantoin Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate Disodium EDTA Sodium Hyaluronate Betaine Salicylate Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Citrus Limon Peel Oil Citrus Grandis Peel Oil Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract Citrus Limon Fruit Extract Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract Ethyl Hexanediol Centella Asiatica Extract Salix Alba Bark Extract Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Portulaca Oleracea Extract Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract Pueraria Lobata Root Extract Limonene Water, Methylpropanediol, Tromethamine, Lactic Acid, Alcohol Denat., 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Glycereth-26, Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Betaine, Trehalose, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine Salicylate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Limonene 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. Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster. Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid. 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!