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Paula's choice Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid Dupes

The closest dupe for Paula's choice Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid is By BEAUTY BAY Breakout Clearing Serum, an 88% match: it shares 4 of the original's 6 key ingredients (including Salicylic acid, Panthenol and Allantoin).

Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.

Paula's choice Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid

Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid

Low irritancy Score: 100/100

What it is: Serum with 6 key ingredients, including salicylic acid
Hero ingredients: Salicylic acid
Works for: Anti-blemishExfoliation

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Top dupes for Paula's choice Extra Strength Anti-Redness Exfoliating Solution With 2% Salicylic Acid

By BEAUTY BAY Breakout Clearing Serum

By BEAUTY BAY

Breakout Clearing Serum

88%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

39%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasBakuchiol Squalane Jojoba oil
It also works for:Anti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin tone

See By BEAUTY BAY Breakout Clearing Serum dupes View full product details

2 fl oz Gentle Acne Serum

2 fl oz

Gentle Acne Serum

87%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Coco-caprylate/caprate Saccharide isomerate
It also works for:MoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

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TOUN28 AHA + BHA + PHA Serum

TOUN28

AHA + BHA + PHA Serum

85%

High match

Low irritancy Sponsored

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Gluconolactone Glycolic acid
It also works for:MoisturizingAnti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

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JUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Serum

JUMISO

D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Serum

85%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Madecassic acid Zinc pca
It also works for:MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidationEvens skin tone

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The INKEY List CA 360° Clarifying Serum

The INKEY List CA

360° Clarifying Serum

85%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasCoco-caprylate/caprate C10-18 triglycerides Zinc pca
It also works for:Moisturizing

See The INKEY List CA 360° Clarifying Serum dupes View full product details

The Purest Solutions Intensive Hydration Serum Hyaluronic Acid %2 + B5

The Purest Solutions

Intensive Hydration Serum Hyaluronic Acid %2 + B5

85%

High match

Low irritancy

0/1

key active shared

0/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
The original also hasSalicylic acid
Unlike the original, it hasAhnfeltia concinna extract Inulin Fructose
It also works for:Moisturizing

See The Purest Solutions Intensive Hydration Serum Hyaluronic Acid %2 + B5 dupes View full product details

Ultraceuticals Ultra B2 Hydrating Serum

Ultraceuticals

Ultra B2 Hydrating Serum

85%

High match

Low irritancy

0/1

key active shared

0/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Both work for:Anti-blemish
The original also hasSalicylic acid
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Sodium pca Trehalose
It also works for:Anti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin tone

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REVOLUTION SKINCARE Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Serum

REVOLUTION SKINCARE

Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Serum

84%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Pantolactone
It also works for:Anti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin tone

Buy on Amazon$10.00 · as of 11/10 21:42 GMT

See REVOLUTION SKINCARE Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Serum dupes View full product details

Revolution Skin Clear Canvas 5% Niacinamide & 2% Salicylic Acid Clarifying Serum

Revolution Skin

Clear Canvas 5% Niacinamide & 2% Salicylic Acid Clarifying Serum

84%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Pantolactone
It also works for:Evens skin toneAnti-agingMoisturizing

Buy on Amazon$10.00 · as of 11/11 00:27 GMT

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Renee Rouleau BHA Clarifying Serum

Renee Rouleau

BHA Clarifying Serum

84%

High match

Low irritancy

0/1

key active shared

0/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
The original also hasSalicylic acid
Unlike the original, it hasGlycolic acid Lactic acid Betaine salicylate
It also works for:Evens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-aging

Buy at Renee Rouleau$72.50 Amazon

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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Triple-Action Acne Serum

Cetaphil

Gentle Clear Triple-Action Acne Serum

84%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

28%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Gluconolactone Coco-caprylate/caprate
It also works for:Evens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

See Cetaphil Gentle Clear Triple-Action Acne Serum dupes View full product details

DCL Skincare Clear Skin Anti-Blemish Hydrator Serum

DCL

Skincare Clear Skin Anti-Blemish Hydrator Serum

83%

High match

High irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

44%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasCeramide ng Lactic acid Retinyl palmitate
It also works for:MoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

See DCL Skincare Clear Skin Anti-Blemish Hydrator Serum dupes View full product details

Nursem Caring Skin Fix

Nursem

Caring Skin Fix

83%

High match

Low irritancy

0/1

key active shared

0/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both contain salicylic acid.
Unlike the original, it hasButyrospermum parkii butter Persea gratissima oil Avena sativa kernel flour
It also works for:Moisturizing

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bioClarity Treat Acne Clearing Gel

bioClarity

Treat Acne Clearing Gel

83%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

39%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasLactic acid Sodium lactate Squalane
It also works for:MoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

Buy at Bio Clarity$14.00 Amazon

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Geek Gorgeous Calm Down Liquid

Geek Gorgeous

Calm Down Liquid

83%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are exfoliators or peels.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemish
Unlike the original, it hasLactobionic acid Gluconolactone Yeast extract
It also works for:MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin tone

Buy on Amazon$30.00 · as of 11/10 21:23 GMT

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Facetheory BHA Exfoliating Serum S3 Pro with 3% Carnitine and 2% Salicylic Acid

Facetheory

BHA Exfoliating Serum S3 Pro with 3% Carnitine and 2% Salicylic Acid

82%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

22%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasGlycolic acid Carnitine Cetyl alcohol
It also works for:Evens skin toneAnti-agingMoisturizing

See Facetheory BHA Exfoliating Serum S3 Pro with 3% Carnitine and 2% Salicylic Acid dupes View full product details

Skin Control Peel Pads

Skin Control

Peel Pads

80%

High match

Low irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

33%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are exfoliators or peels.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemish
Unlike the original, it hasGluconolactone Glycolic acid Hyaluronic acid
It also works for:Anti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

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Anua Azelaic Acid 15+ Intense Calming Serum

Anua

Azelaic Acid 15+ Intense Calming Serum

78%

High match

Medium irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

56%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasAzelaic acid Madecassoside Ceramide np
It also works for:Evens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

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Allies of Skin Daily Deal: Allies of Skin Mandelic Pigmentation Corrector Night Serum

Allies of Skin

Daily Deal: Allies of Skin Mandelic Pigmentation Corrector Night Serum

78%

High match

Medium irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

44%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasNiacinamide Nonapeptide-1 Palmitoyl tripeptide-5
It also works for:Anti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

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Puca Pure&Care 2% BHA Peeling Serum

Puca Pure&Care

2% BHA Peeling Serum

78%

High match

Medium irritancy

1/1

key active shared

1/1

hero shared

39%

of the original's ingredients

Why it's a dupe

Both are serums.
Same hero ingredients:Salicylic acid
Both contain salicylic acid.
Both work for:Anti-blemishExfoliation
Unlike the original, it hasAHAs
It also works for:Moisturizing

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About Match %

70%+ - High match

40-69% - Medium match

<40% - Low match

Note: Ingredient concentrations are estimated; products aren't lab-tested. A close match doesn't guarantee the same feel.