Best BHA Exfoliants Updated July 2025

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Best BHA Exfoliants
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated July 2025
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10.0

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10.0

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, Gentle Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wr...
Skin softening
Effectiveness
Pores size

10.0

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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, Gentle Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wr...
Skin softening
Effectiveness
Pores size

9.8

2

9.8

SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Face Wash - Gentle Facial Exfoliating Scrub with Jojoba Oil for Smoother, Radiant Skin - Helps I...
Exfoliation
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Skin smoothness
Longevity

9.8

2
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Face Wash - Gentle Facial Exfoliating Scrub with Jojoba Oil for Smoother, Radiant Skin - Helps I...
Exfoliation
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Skin smoothness
Longevity

9.7

3

9.7

BlissPro™ Liquid Exfoliant - Weekly Exfoliating Treatment with 11.8% AHA, BHA, PHA - 4 Fl Oz | Smooths Skin Texture, Reduces Po...
Skin softness
Effectiveness
Pores
Durability
Ease of application
Value for money

9.7

3
BlissPro™ Liquid Exfoliant - Weekly Exfoliating Treatment with 11.8% AHA, BHA, PHA - 4 Fl Oz | Smooths Skin Texture, Reduces Po...
Skin softness
Effectiveness
Pores
Durability
Ease of application
Value for money

9.5

4

9.5

PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant with 2% Salicylic Acid, BHA Liquid Exfoliant for Face, Unclogs, Minimizes Appearance of Pores, Blu...
Skin clarity
Effectiveness
Cleanser
Value for money
Pore size
Strength

9.5

4
PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant with 2% Salicylic Acid, BHA Liquid Exfoliant for Face, Unclogs, Minimizes Appearance of Pores, Blu...
Skin clarity
Effectiveness
Cleanser
Value for money
Pore size
Strength

9.4

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9.4

CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Formulated With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, & Ceramides, Gentle BHA Exfoliating Face...
Skin care
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Scent
Value for money

9.4

5
CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Formulated With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, & Ceramides, Gentle BHA Exfoliating Face...
Skin care
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Scent
Value for money

9.3

6

9.3

Paula's Choice CLEAR Back & Body Exfoliating Acne Spray, 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) Treatment for Bacne, Blackheads & Blemishes, 4...
Acne removal
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Dries quickly
Breakout control

9.3

6
Paula's Choice CLEAR Back & Body Exfoliating Acne Spray, 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) Treatment for Bacne, Blackheads & Blemishes, 4...
Acne removal
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Dries quickly
Breakout control

9.2

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9.2

SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – 5.07oz, 150ml – Korean Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Face Toner for All Skin Types ...
Value for money
Skin softness
Moisture level
Effectiveness
Skin cleanliness
Scent

9.2

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SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – 5.07oz, 150ml – Korean Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Face Toner for All Skin Types ...
Value for money
Skin softness
Moisture level
Effectiveness
Skin cleanliness
Scent

9.1

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9.1

ANUA BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner, Mild Facial Exfoliant, Salicylic Acid for Pores and Sebum, Teatree Extract, Hyaluronic Ac...
Skin cleanliness
Effectiveness
Toner quality
Hydration
Smell

9.1

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ANUA BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner, Mild Facial Exfoliant, Salicylic Acid for Pores and Sebum, Teatree Extract, Hyaluronic Ac...
Skin cleanliness
Effectiveness
Toner quality
Hydration
Smell

9.0

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9.0

Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Gel & 2% BHA Liquid Travel Duo, Facial Exfoliants for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wrinkles &...
Skin smoothness
Effectiveness
Pore size
Appearance

9.0

9
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Gel & 2% BHA Liquid Travel Duo, Facial Exfoliants for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wrinkles &...
Skin smoothness
Effectiveness
Pore size
Appearance

8.8

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8.8

COSRX Niacinamide 2% + BHA 4% Blackhead Exfoliant Toner 3.38 fl.oz / 100ml, Korean Toner, Blackhead Remover, Pore Minimizer for...
Effectiveness
Pores size
Skin smoothness
Scent

8.8

10
COSRX Niacinamide 2% + BHA 4% Blackhead Exfoliant Toner 3.38 fl.oz / 100ml, Korean Toner, Blackhead Remover, Pore Minimizer for...
Effectiveness
Pores size
Skin smoothness
Scent

Our Top Choice

10.0

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10.0

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, Gentle Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wr...
Skin softening
Effectiveness
Pores size

10.0

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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, Gentle Facial Exfoliator for Blackheads, Large Pores, Wr...
Skin softening
Effectiveness
Pores size