Paula's Choice CLEAR Back & Body Exfoliating Acne Spray, 2% BHA (Salicylic Acid) Treatment for Bacne, Blackheads & Blemishes, 4 Ounce

I was skeptical of what a spray could do for my back break outs but this stuff works. After using it for a couple weeks I noticed less breakouts and spots have faded!!

I am 27F and started using this product for a bacne breakout in early May, and it is now August. An honest review (I don’t really feel comfy posting pics, but will try to be descriptive)…I broke out badly on my back with acne mechanica last winter. I’ve always had a pimple here and there, nbd, but THIS was new. I moved from the Deep South to a much colder climate, and my skin did not like it. It dried out, and the extra layers wreaked havoc on my upper back. I broke out horribly across my upper back, neck, and shoulders. (Not to mention I lost my perpetual tan lines, maybe the most tragic of all…)In May, bracing for sleeveless season, it was at its worst so I started treating with just PanOxyl in the shower. When that didn’t work, I went with this daily regimen:1. PanOxyl 10% foaming wash in the shower with a gentle scrub brush2. Paula’s Choice (this product) immediately after showering and drying3. Finish with a light lotion to moisturize (either Aveeno or CeraVe)4. Apply the Paula’s Choice as needed during the day (after sweating outside or gym mostly)5. Very minor lifestyle changes (changed sheets at least once weekly instead of once every two weeks, change out of dirty clothes more quickly, upped water intake, breakout was worse on right shoulder I think due to purse and gym bag straps rubbing my clothing on my skin, so carried on my elbows more)I did not see results until about two or three weeks in using this regimen. I noticed a slight decrease in new bumps although my husband did not. One month in, it was a little more noticeable. Two months in, I had slightly more healing spots than new ones and my husband said he could see a difference.After what’s now been three months, I am seeing great results! With this regimen, I would say my breakout has been reduced about 80%. There are still a few pimples and rough patches but I didn’t expect everything to clear up overnight. I think in my case it will take a couple more months to fully heal it. However, most of what I started with is gone, and the worst spots are healing (very slowly, but there are waaaay more healing/healed spots then there are new ones now).Since improvement has been noticeable, I also recently added Paula’s Choice Niacinamide (purple bottle) to maybe help clean up scarring and improve appearance even more. I have not used it long enough to comment yet. I am hoping this speeds up clearing some of the discoloration and healed spots.The scent is not my favorite. It’s kind of medicinal, but thankfully it is subtle and does go away with time. It is a small price to pay for something that works.Overall, I believe adding this to my regimen significantly helped to clear the worst breakout I’ve ever had. I haven’t even really had problems with facial acne since probably age 22, so this was a horrible experience for me and really wrecked my confidence. So I am thankful that I actually found a product that gives results, and I intend to keep using this in my skincare regimen for as long as it’s on the market.

Not sure how well this works, but I like to use this after I’ve been sweating or things like that. I like that it has salicylic acid.

This stuff works miracles. I noticed a difference within the first week of using this. A must repeat buy.

The spray is not as convenient as I though it would be. I really thought it was going to be a breakthrough application for me. It gets everywhere even if you are careful, ideally you still need to rub it in and apply moisturizer, and it goes fast! Only lasted me about 2 weeks. I usually need to attack my back for 4-6 weeks to fully clear it up. The key ingredient here is salicylic acid, which works well for acne but you have to stick with it and realize it may get worse before it gets better. As the skin speeds up cell turnover, things may appear worse at first, but in the long run it's beneficial. This is simply too expensive for what it is. You can find other 2% SA spray treatments that work the same for half the price, and even cheaper if you go for gel/cream forms. You're overpaying for "premium product" that isn't that special.

I have dealt with bacne for a very very long time. I have never been able to get rid of it no matter what I have used. I have always wanted to wear backless dresses and bikinis but I have been too uncomfortable with how my back looked. I started using this stuff and within a week, my back is clearing up so much! I feel a lot more confident and comfortable now. This is the product I will buy forever.

So far so good! I’m seeing results so I’m happy it’s not money wasted on yet another product that doesn’t live up to the hype. Pictures are a month and change apart. I’ll keep using and update review. Pic with the braids is day 1. Other 2 pics are today 18Mar. Darks spots are fading but there’s still ways to go. I also haven’t had any breakouts so that’s a plus.

Good Product