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10 Best aha exfoliants of 2026
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Best Choice1
Good Molecules9.6Exceptional
Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment, AHA BHA Exfoliant, 1 fl oz
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upc:810019610509 689973141974 850001624497
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package dimensions:4.88 x 1.57 x 1.54 inches 1 ounces
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asin:B08TMDRF1L
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manufacturer:Good Molecules
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country of origin:Korea, Republic of
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The Ordinary9.4Excellent
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution, Advanced Exfoliating Peel for Brighter Skin, 1 Fl Oz
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is discontinued by manufacturer:No
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product dimensions:1.97 x 1.97 x 3.94 inches 1.06 ounces
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country of origin:Canada
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upc:612520599201 783971684362 769915191004
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asin:B071D4D5DT
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Paula's Choice9.3Excellent
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Gel Exfoliant, 3.3 Fl Oz
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is discontinued by manufacturer:No
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product dimensions:2.99 x 3.7 x 2.99 inches 3.28 ounces
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country of origin:USA
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upc:655439006873 655439719001 655439019002
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asin:B00949CO66
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The Ordinary9.2Excellent
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, Brightening and Smoothing Daily Toner for More Even-Looking Skin Tone, 3.4 Fl Oz
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upc:769915234053
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asin:B0DMTDN158
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product dimensions:1.81 x 1.81 x 4.8 inches; 1.76 ounces
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item model number:769915234053
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best sellers rank:#2 in Facial Toners & Astringents
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Paula's Choice9.1Excellent
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, 4 Fl Oz
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Type:Leave-on exfoliant
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Target Areas:Blackheads, Enlarged Pores, Wrinkles, Fine Lines
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Capacity:4 oz
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Main Ingredient:Salicylic Acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid)
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BHA Concentration:2%
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Paula's Choice9.0Excellent
Paula's Choice 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant, 3 Fl Oz
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is discontinued by manufacturer:N/A
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product dimensions:1.57 x 1.57 x 5.51 inches; 3 ounces
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country of origin:N/A
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upc:655439014700
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asin:B0CNL5P9MM
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Paula's Choice8.9Very Good
Paula's Choice 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant, 1 Fl Oz
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is discontinued by manufacturer:N/A
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product dimensions:1.18 x 1.18 x 3.54 inches; 1.41 ounces
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country of origin:N/A
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upc:655439014779
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asin:B0CRC94LRR
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Paula's Choice8.8Very Good
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, 1 Fl Oz
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THAYERS8.7Very Good
Thayers 2% AHA Exfoliating and Brightening Toner with Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid and Witch Hazel, Smoothing and Pore Refining Skin Care for All Skin Types, 12 Fl Oz
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upc:041507051874
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asin:B0C2WQ81VR
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product dimensions:2.62 x 2.62 x 6.18 inches 13.76 ounces
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item model number:EJJ2-7242
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best sellers rank:N/A
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Naturium8.6Very Good
Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10%, AHA Exfoliating Gel with Natural Fruit Acids, 3.0 oz
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is discontinued by manufacturer:No
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product dimensions:N/A
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country of origin:N/A
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upc:850010792262
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asin:B088833C7Q
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