Paula's Choice Resist BHA 9...

Sunshine Kate · ‎03-10-2010

What would be a less expensive equivalent for Paula's Resist BHA9?

Is there something else? I just feel Paula's product isn't worth the high cost.

TIA

Rachb · ‎10-07-2012

I honestly don't think you'll find one. Typically, if you've used it, and like it, it's hard to find a dupe that's "just as good" for less money. If you don't think it's worth the cost, then don't repurchase. But if you like it, rethink about whether it's worth the cost.

JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

@Sunshine Kate wrote:
What would be a less expensive equivalent for Paula's Resist BHA9?

Is there something else? I just feel Paula's product isn't worth the high cost.

TIA

@Sunshine Kate I sincerely tried with this for Sebaceous Hyperplasia (3 tubes) and it did nothing. What are you trying to accomplish?

Sunshine Kate · ‎03-10-2010

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@Sunshine Kate wrote:
What would be a less expensive equivalent for Paula's Resist BHA9?

Is there something else? I just feel Paula's product isn't worth the high cost.

TIA
@Sunshine Kate I sincerely tried with this for Sebaceous Hyperplasia (3 tubes) and it did nothing. What are you trying to accomplish?

I use Paula's 2% BHA liquid and have for years all over my face, although not everyday as it dries out my skin.

If I have a small breakout, the BHA 9 works much faster than the 2% BHA. I need a quick fix for small occasional breakouts.

I think her BHA 9 is a good product, but not good enough for her price point.

Mrsq2022 · ‎03-10-2010

I don't have an equivalent, but depending on what you want to use it for, you might look into salicylic acid peels. I purchased a 20% one from Amazon (skinlaboratory) and it works really, really well on acne scars and pores. I would definitely recommend it. I actually ran out a few months ago and haven't repurchased because I've been using PAulas weekly BHA (4%) but I am going to reorder my peel from Amazin for a stronger weekly treatment.

River Song · ‎03-15-2010

@Sunshine Kate,

Makeup Artist's Choice website sells an 8% Beta Hydroxy serum that is not a leave-on serum but more of a very short BHA peel, you only leave the serum on your skin for a few minutes, then rinse off. This may be more up your alley if you are looking for a quick treatment for a breakout. It's pretty cheap compared to the PC product, 1 oz. is $16.

Are we tired of “winning” yet?

MissSugarKane · ‎01-22-2016

The packaging of Paula's 9% BHA is so aggravating! I am on my third tube but feel like I should still be on my first with the little amount I use. No matter how lightly I try and dispense the product, a ton always shoots out and is wasted. I keep saying I am not buying again until they fix it but there is no alternative out there to replace it with.

HSB1204 · ‎12-29-2014

@MissSugarKane wrote:
The packaging of Paula's 9% BHA is so aggravating! I am on my third tube but feel like I should still be on my first with the little amount I use. No matter how lightly I try and dispense the product, a ton always shoots out and is wasted. I keep saying I am not buying again until they fix it but there is no alternative out there to replace it with.

@MissSugarKane I agree. I always try to get just a little but the pump always ends up going all the way down and then I'm stuck with way more product than I actually wanted to use.