CLEAR Targeted Blemish Relief Toner
Blemish Prone Skin
When using a BHA product make sure you use a sunscreen during the day.
Please note:
Paula's Choice Skin Care Pumps cannot be used with the CLEAR bottles
PLEASE NOTE: Those allergic to aspirin (acetylsalicylate) should not use products containing salicylic acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid, or BHA).
Availability: In stock
€23.25
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Good product but bad packaging
Review by Sakari
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This stuff seems to work very well, no new zits since i started using it. Unfortunately few weeks after i started using it, the bottle's top's sealing mechanism got broke so it wont stay shut and like 1/6 of it's content leaked out. At least i found a fitting top from another bottle to replace it but it's not very practical.There is some improving on the packaging but otherwise a good product.Product Rating
Customer Care: Thank you for your feedback. We are aware of the packaging problem for this product. They are currently changing the packaging. We expect the new packaging this year. We will contact you by email. (Posted on 19/04/2012) -
brilliant product
Review by Vik
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I started using this gradually on my sensitive combo skin, firstly twice a week and building up to daily. I can happily use this every day, even twice a day on my chin and forehead. It has taken time but my skin is certainly clearer, breakouts are much less frequent and clear up much, much faster. I don't use a toner (never have) I just use this now and sometimes the 2% BHA lotion if my skin feels a bit dry. I will never be without these products and now use a range of Paula's products (only this one from the clear line though).Product Rating
Highly recommended for blackhead prone skin. A million times more effective than any scrub! (Posted on 02/03/2012) -
Toner or exfoliating?
Review by Aura
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Hi! My skin is normal-oily acne prone, and I'm whiling to purchase a complet set of products for my daily routine to fight acne and take care of my skin. The name of this product says it's a toner, but in the description says it exfoliates... what is is exactly? To complete my skin care routine, with this product and a cleanser, would I still need a toner or other anti-acne cream/exfoliating? Thank you! Customer Care : Thank you for your feedback. Although named a toner the Clear Targeted Blemish Relief Toner indeed is an exfoliant. Please contact our customer care team via email for additional assistance and product recommendations.Product Rating
(Posted on 17/01/2012) -
Fabulous product
Review by ClaireBear, Glasgow
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My combination skin is OK, but I suffer from breakouts usually around my jawline (I gather this is hormone related). So, I use this toner just around that area, and my breakouts are few and far between now - this product is the best anti-blemish product I've ever used (and when I was younger, I tried a LOT!). Thanks for this :o) (Posted on 04/09/2011)Product Rating -
Excellent product for acne!
Review by Jo
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I have had trouble with acne for many years and I am now on my second batch of the CLEAR products from Paula's choice. My skin is glowing, and the acne has cleared up 10fold. It has not completely gone away as my acne is hormonal, but the products have definitely helped.Product Rating
I would recommend using the whole CLEAR system i.e. cleanser, toner, moisturiser and exfoliator, because I ran out of the toner and moisturiser at the end of last month, so used other products while the others ran out (to avoid buying items separately and paying the postage twice!) and I ended up with a huuuge breakout! Im back on it the whole system now and it has cleared up - learn from my mistakes - dont scrimp and buy/use the whole package consistenly for it to work! (Posted on 21/06/2011) -
Is working already after 5 days
Review by Jennifer
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After having tried just about every product to try and rid myself of breakouts going through just about every skin type i think i am finally begining to understand why none of them has worked.Product Rating
I am enjoying using this product, it is non-drying - which has always been a problem for me in the past causing further breakouts - gentle, but very effective. After using it for five days, I can see a difference in my skin. Smoother and clearer and definately less sore looking. I am very pleased with this product and hope it continues to improve my skin. (Posted on 21/03/2011) -
Packaging leaked in my luggage
Review by Alice Jane
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Love the product but I took it travelling and it leaked in my luggage. Luckily, I had packed it in a plastic bag. The waste due to spillage, and the mess despite the plastic bag were upsetting. Otherwise, I would give this product 4-5 stars. Please fix the packaging!Customer care:Thank you for your feedback.We will be sure to share this with Paula and her team. (Posted on 19/09/2010)Product Rating -
Excellent pH correct BHA
Review by Peter
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I always wondered why a lot of high street and department store products didn't work. Its because they don't work! So, don't believe the hype and the quackery around glitzey packaging and marketing speak. Instead buy products that work - this stuff DOES work.Product Rating
Having battled acne as a teen and adult I have to commend this fine lady on exactly the right combination of products to keep things under control. Her 2% BHA lotions coupled with a 2 or 5% benzoyl peroxide product (ask your local chemist for Pan Oxyl) applied sparingly has almost eliminated my acne. (Posted on 06/07/2010) -
Good
Review by Yelleen
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It doesn't work pretty fast but it kinda makes my pimples softer and slightly smaller. However, it really works well on my nose, blackhead ans whitehead :) (Posted on 02/07/2010)Product Rating -
Lightweight and effective
Review by Alice
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At last an exfoliating product which is as light as water and very effective! I had been waiting for such a product for a long time. I love it because it does not leave any sticky residue and it does what it says. I use it only once a day in the evening in order not to overdry my skin. (Posted on 29/11/2009)Product Rating -
Finally I managed to get rid of the blackheads on my nose and chin
Review by Dominique
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Love this product. I use it one per day only on the nose and chin area.Product Rating
Typically this area always produces a lot of blackheads but since I am using Clear the problem is solved :)
I usually use Paula's Products for normal to dry skin and I am very happy with those too. (Posted on 25/11/2009)
Use twice daily. After cleansing with Paula's Choice Clear Normalizing Cleanser, soak a large cotton ball with Targeted Blemish Relief Toner and gently stroke over face. Pay special attention to acne- and blackhead-prone areas. Do not rinse. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, and mucous membranes. If excessive dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once per day or once every other day.
Skin Type
Blemish Prone Skin
Special Needs
Acne Normal to Oily/Combination Skin, Acne Normal to Dry Skin, Acne Moderate to Severe
Aqua, Dipropylene Glycol (slip agent/penetration enhancer), Salicylic Acid (2%), Pentylene Glycol (slip agent), Polysorbate 20 (emulsifier), Butylene Glycol (slip agent), Glycerin (skin-identical ingredient), Sodium Hyaluronate (water-binding agent), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin (anti-irritants), Panthenol (skin-conditioning agent), PEG/PPG-17/6/Copolymer (solvent), Methyl Gluceth-20 (skin-conditioning agent), Glycereth-26 (thickener), Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane (skin-conditioning agent), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Sodium Metabisulfite (stabilizer), Tetrasodium EDTA (chelating agent).
Sources to support the claims made for CLEAR Targeted Acne Relief Toner:
Cutis, July 2009, pages 48–55; Biochemistry and Pharmacology, June 2007, pages 1,786-1,795; Contact Dermatitis, June 2006, pages 303-312; British Journal of Dermatology, July 2005, pages 124-131; Archives of Internal Medicine, July 2002, pages 1531–1532; Annals of Dermatology and Venereology, January 2002, pages 137–142; Archives of Dermatology, November 2000, pages 1390–1395; Dermatology, 1999, volume 199, number 1, pages 50–53; and Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, volume 175, issue 1, pages 76–82.
How does CLEAR Regular Strength Targeted Blemish Relief Exfoliating Toner differ from Paula's regular BHA products?
Regular Strength Targeted Blemish Relief Exfoliating Toner contains salicylic acid just like all of Paula's other BHA products. The difference is that this version has a nearly weightless, watery texture making it an excellent choice for people who want to feel like they have absolutely nothing on their skin.
Why didn't Paula formulate a 1% salicylic acid toner for the CLEAR line?
The CLEAR line was designed to be an over-the-counter routine that's as effective as possible for those struggling with blemishes and 2% salicylic acid is more effective for mild to moderate blemishes and blackheads than a 1% concentration.
