How do you use Paula's Choice Daily Smoothing Treatment?
0:5022:19How to use Paula's Choice Daily Smoothing 5% AHA TreatmentYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIt two to three times per week in your skincare routine either in the morning or evening dependingMoreIt two to three times per week in your skincare routine either in the morning or evening depending on what works best for you. And then make sure that you're going to increase the frequency.
Can you use AHA twice a day?
Some people do well exfoliating with AHA or BHA twice a day, whereas others find that once a day or every other day is a perfect balance. Test to see what works best for your skin. Exfoliating with AHA or BHA from the neck down has great benefits as well.
Can I use Paula's Choice BHA and AHA together?
Fact: AHA and BHA exfoliants are fine to use with any other Paula's Choice products, including those that contain retinol; they're designed to work well together. And, contrary to what you may have read, retinol does not exfoliate skin.
Is it OK to use AHA everyday?
To reduce your risk of irritation, the Cleveland Clinic recommends using AHA products every other day. As your skin gets used to them, you can then start applying AHAs every day.
What happens if you use too much AHA?
Eventually, your complexion can become dry and flaky. You may even develop a rashlike texture, leading to uneven tone (like patchy, red blotches). Breakouts are another common reaction, especially small, rough, bumpy pimples.
Should I use Paula's Choice BHA everyday?
How often should I use Paula's Choice BHA Exfoliant? You can use Paula's Choice BHA every day— exfoliating once either in the morning or evening (pick whichever is most convenient for you). Many people with stubborn clogged pores have great results using a Paula's Choice BHA exfoliant twice per day.
Should I moisturize after using Paula's Choice BHA?
You don't need to wait for your BHA or AHA to absorb or dry; you can apply any other product in your routine—moisturizer, serum, eye cream, or sunscreen—immediately afterward.
Can I use niacinamide after Paula's Choice BHA?
Niacinamide should be used after your BHA exfoliant. From there, you can apply the rest of your products in order of thinnest to thickest texture. For daytime, always finish with SPF 30+ as your last step.