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REMOVING breakouts IN 3 STEPS
Do you suffer from breakouts? With the right skincare products, you can responsibly prevent the development of breakouts. Keep your skin clean by removing the excess sebum and all your make-up with a mild facial cleanser. Then use a BHA exfoliant that works as an anti-inflammatory. During the day, protect your skin with a light cream with at least SPF 30. This counteracts inflammatory reactions caused by sunlight. Discover more
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Fights breakouts and blackheads
Clears & minimises enlarged pores
Sheds built-up layers of skin for smooth, even tone
Our iconic global bestseller, this clinically proven daily exfoliating toner with salicylic acid quickly unclogs pores & controls oil for clear, glowing skin.
Salicylic Acid/BHA, Green Tea Extract, Methylpropanediol£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Fights breakouts and blackheads
Unclogs and visibly refines pores
Reduces discolouration from breakouts
The Breakout-Fighting Bestsellers contains a trio of essentials to help you battle breakouts, blackheads & scars from post-breakouts marks.
Salicylic Acid/BHA, Azelaic Acid, Glycerine£26.00 £22.0015% off (not valid in combination with any other discounts)Travel-size productTravel-size product -
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Fights breakouts and blackheads
Unclogs and visibly refines pores
Calms red skin
Reveal your clearest skin yet with this essential 3-step skincare routine that unclogs pores, fights breakouts and minimises pores.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Salicylic Acid/BHA, Avobenzone£43.00 £34.0021% off (not valid in combination with any other discounts)Travel-size productTravel-size product -
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Fights breakouts and blackheads
Unclogs and visibly refines pores
Reduces discolouration from breakouts
Reveal your clearest skin yet with this 4-step skincare routine that unclogs pores, fights breakouts and blackheads and minimises post-breakout marks.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Salicylic Acid/BHA, Avobenzone£52.00 £42.0019% off (not valid in combination with any other discounts)Travel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Blackheads, Dull skinPromotes radiant-looking skin
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Hydrates without clogging pores
Reveal a radiant glow with this bestselling duo that exfoliates and illuminates skin while protecting it from pollution and UV rays.
Salicylic Acid/BHA, Licorice root extract, Zinc Oxide£25.00 £21.0016% off (not valid in combination with any other discounts)Travel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Brown spots, Rosacea-prone skin, Dull skin
Fades brown spots
Brightens skin
Fights breakouts
A potent azelaic acid cream blended with salicylic acid visibly clarifies uneven skin tone, fades acne marks & reduces redness.
Azelaic Acid, Salicylic Acid/BHA, Adenosine£41.00 £32.8020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads, Brown spots
Promotes a healthier, younger-looking appearance
Fights against environmental stressors
Fluid formula leaves a satin-matte finish
An ultra-lightweight formula containing a vital selection of antioxidants and broad-spectrum sun protection to fight & prevent signs of ageing.
Broad-spectrum SPF 50, Soothing plant extract, Multi-antioxidant blend£39.00 £31.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Balances skin
Restores moisture balance
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Restore the balance of your skin with this lightly hydrating toner.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Adenosine, Glycerine£27.00 £21.6020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed
Soft on skin, hard on breakouts
Removes excess oil
Refreshing cleansing gel gently removes excess oil, debris and pore-clogging impurities.
Glycerine, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Sodium Laureth Sulfate£22.00 £17.6020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Hydrates without clogging pores
Sheer lotion texture, absorbs quickly
This oil-free moisturiser hydrates acne-prone skin without clogging pores or making breakouts worse.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Blueberry, Ceramides£33.00 £26.4020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Keratosis Pilaris
Leaves skin softer and smoother
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Reduces red bumps
Gently exfoliates dry, rough and bumpy acne-prone skin leaving it hydrated, smooth and soft.
Salicylic Acid/BHA, Antioxidants, Chamomile Flower Extract£34.00 £27.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Brown spots, Enlarged pores
Mattifies shiny skin
Protects from sun damage
Suitable for breakout-prone skin
Water-light fluid minimises the appearance of pores and protects skin from the sun.
Avobenzone, Green Tea Extract, Vitamin E£39.00 £31.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Brown spots, Sensitive skin
Mattifies shiny skin
Protects from sun damage
Fights signs of ageing
Lightly tinted moisturising lotion protects skin from sun and absorbs excess oil.
Antioxidants, Resveratrol, Zinc Oxide£39.00 £31.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Balances skin
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Removes excess oil
This foaming cleanser removes dirt, excess oil and makeup without stripping skin.
Aloe Vera, Glycerine, Sunflower Oil£26.00 £20.8020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads, Dull skin
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Fast-absorbing liquid formula
Renews skin below the surface for healthier cell turnover
Unlock your multi-level glow with multi-level exfoliation.
Mandelic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid/BHA£70.00 £56.0020% off15% set discount20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads
Cleanses skin without drying it out
Fights signs of ageing
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Creamy foaming face wash will leave skin feeling refreshed, soft and smooth.
Bisabolol, Lecithin, Hyaluronic Acid£27.00 £21.6020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesAnti-Ageing, Brown spots, Enlarged pores
Smooths skin's surface
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Fades brown spots
Concentrated 10% niacinamide visibly minimises pore size and improve skin’s texture.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Acetyl glucosamine£49.00 £39.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinAnti-Ageing, Blackheads, Enlarged pores, Sensitive skin
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Reduces signs of ageing
Suitable for sensitive skin
Ultra-light exfoliant improves visible signs of ageing and refines pores for radiant skin.
Licorice root extract, Peptides, Salicylic Acid/BHA£38.00 £30.4020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Brown spots, Rosacea-prone skin
Fights breakouts
Reduces discolouration from breakouts
Calms red skin
Targets breakouts, dark spots and calms skin in one go.
Adenosine, Licorice root extract, Salicylic Acid/BHA£41.00 £32.8020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Enlarged pores
Reduces discolouration from breakouts
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Fights signs of ageing
A lightweight hyaluronic serum that reduces brown spots from breakouts and makes pores less visible.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Quercetin, Hyaluronic Acid£41.00 £32.8020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Brown spots, Enlarged pores
Gives skin a matte finish
Light lotion, does not feel oily
Suitable for breakout-prone skin
Lightweight, mattifying lotion protects skin from signs of ageing caused by the sun.
Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Avobenzone, Vitamin E£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Very dry skin, Redness
Moisturising lotion
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Anti-inflammatory
Lightweight lotion softens and hydrates skin while diminishing blackheads and blemishes.
Allantoin, Oat Extract, Salicylic Acid/BHA£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Balances skin
Light lotion, does not feel oily
Suitable for breakout-prone skin
This gel moisturiser absorbs quickly to give a matte finish, without clogging pores.
Oat Extract, Glycerine, Niacinamide/Vitamin B3£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Light gel, does not feel sticky
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Leave-on gel exfoliant gently targets blackheads and enlarged pores.
Bisabolol, Green Tea Extract, Salicylic Acid/BHA£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads, Brown spots
Suitable for breakout-prone skin
Fights signs of ageing
Leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed
Super-light, anti-ageing toner prevents signs of ageing and refines pores.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Phospholipids, Hyaluronic Acid£29.00 £23.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesAnti-Ageing, Enlarged pores, Dull skin
For a radiant, healthy glow
Reduces signs of ageing
Fights breakouts and blackheads
A gentle rinse-off exfoliant peel that dramatically resurfaces skin. The multi-acid blend is suitable for weekly use and visibly smooths wrinkles, refines rough, bumpy texture, brightens tone & unclogs pores.
AHA Blend, Salicylic Acid/BHA, Butterfly Pea Flower Extract£43.00 £34.4020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Normal skin, Combination skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores, Redness
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Calms red skin
Unclogs and visibly refines pores
Liquid exfoliant gently exfoliates the skin’s surface and inside pores for clearer skin.
Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Salicylic Acid/BHA, Hyaluronic Acid£33.00 £26.4020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores, Redness
Soft on skin, hard on breakouts
Fast-absorbing liquid formula
Fights blackheads
Liquid exfoliant quickly penetrates deep inside pores, effectively clearing breakouts.
Green Tea Extract, Methylpropanediol, Salicylic Acid/BHA£35.00 £28.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Oily skinBlackheads, Enlarged pores
Mattifies shiny skin
Great addition to your skincare regime
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Keeps oily skin shine-free for up to 6 hours, while minimising the appearance of pores.
Silicone, Glycerine£30.00 £24.0020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Restores moisture balance
Lock in moisture, balance pores and beat breakouts.
£62.00 £49.6020% off15% set discount20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed
Cleanse skin, unclog pores and get ready to glow.
£57.00 £45.6020% off15% set discount20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads
Formulated for dry and oily areas
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Suitable for breakout-prone skin
Weightless formula fights blackheads and protects skin from environmental damage.
Astaxanthin, Retinol (Vitamin A), Willow Bark Extract£39.00 £31.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Brown spots, Redness
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Removes built-up dead skin cells
Fades brown spots
Targeted system to reduce breakouts & redness.
£76.00 £60.8020% off15% set discount20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Brown spots, Enlarged pores
Repairs sun damage
Helps skin act younger
Leaves skin softer and smoother
Concentrated 1% retinol effectively improves the appearance of wrinkles and skin tone.
Retinol (Vitamin A), Licorice root extract, Oat Extract£52.00 £41.6020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Blackheads
Fights signs of ageing
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Balances skin
Combination skin, Oily skin
These 4 travel-size products deliver a skincare routine which tackles multiple signs of ageing while keeping skin balanced and breakout-free.
Niacinamide/Vitamin B3, Salicylic Acid/BHA, Licorice root extract£48.00 £38.0021% off (not valid in combination with any other discounts)Travel-size productTravel-size product -
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All skin typesBreakouts, Anti-Ageing, Dull skin
Fights breakouts and blackheads
Removes built-up dead skin cells
5% vitamin C supercharges UV protection, minimises discolouration and prevents future dark spots
BHA-guaranteed glow, vitamin C-enhanced sun protection.
£81.00 £64.8020% off15% set discount20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBreakouts, Blackheads, Enlarged pores
Removes excess oil
Balances skin
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Absorbs oil, reduces blackheads and enlarged pores, and balances oily skin.
Glycerine, Kaolin, Willow Bark Extract£29.00 £23.2020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product -
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Combination skin, Oily skinBlackheads, Enlarged pores, Redness
Visibly reduces enlarged pores
Removes excess oil
Calms red skin
A charcoal gel mask that decongests and minimises pores, while balancing skin.
Charcoal, Kaolin, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract£31.00 £24.8020% off20% offTravel-size productTravel-size product
What is acne?
Acne is often associated with teenagers and puberty, but the truth is that you can get breakouts at any age. In any case, breakouts are one of the most annoying and most common skin problems in the world. They can develop on different parts of the body, such as on your face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and arms. When we hear the word acne, we often think of classic teenage breakouts, but various other forms also exist. You can read all about them here.
How to control acne-prone skin
Paula's Choice products allow you to fight breakouts in three simple steps. Start with a facial cleanser against breakouts. Then use exfoliants against breakouts and use one of our other creams against breakouts during the day.
Step 1: Facial cleansers against breakouts
With a cleanser from our collection, you can gently remove make-up and sebum. This reduces the chance of breakouts developing.
Step 2: Exfoliants against breakouts
When you use an exfoliant with BHA (salicylic acid), you purge pores and blackheads. At the same time, the exfoliants also have an anti-inflammatory and soothing effect. The result: fewer breakouts.
Step 3: Creams against breakouts
During the day, protect your skin with a lightly textured Paula's Choice day cream with SPF. This prevents harmful sun radiation from contributing to the development of inflammatory reactions in your skin.
Buy Paula’s Choice products
Also interested in buying Paula's Choice skincare products to prevent breakouts? Take a look at our products against breakouts. We offer the right solution for everyone. Are you ultimately unsatisfied or believe a different product is better for your skin? Return the product within 60 days and we'll pay back the purchase price.
Beauty begins with truthOur philosophy? Smart, Safe Beauty. The products you use should work and be good for your skin, no exceptions. Based on our heritage in consumer advocacy, each of our formulas is effective, safe and backed by cited research. We uncover the truth about skincare and share all of the facts with you along the way - because keeping your skin healthy shouldn't be a mystery.
Our products do what they promise and we want you to experience that for yourself, that's why we offer a 60 day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, contact us within 60 days for a full refund.
We're here to helpFor any questions about our products or for help on building a skincare routine, please contact our Customer Care team. Our skincare experts are on hand to help you find the best products for your skin.