AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser — Reddit Reviews
by Murad
Updated September 7, 2026
AHA/BHA cleanser combines exfoliants to clear acne and texture; can irritate skin.
What the community says
This exfoliating cleanser combines glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids for weekly use on acne-prone or textured skin. It temporarily dries oily skin but can irritate fragile or tretinoin-compromised barriers. Many prefer limiting it to a couple times a week to avoid redness.
What this means for you
What people love
- Multi-acid blend targets acne and texture
- Works well as a secondary exfoliant for stubborn butt acne
- Improves skin texture with moderate use
Watch out for
Product details
Key Ingredients
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 5 mentions across 4 threads
Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser on Reddit, in one place — 4 threads from r/SkincareAddiction and r/tretinoin, summarized.
“The only thing that really worked for my butt acne was Murad aha/bha exfoliating cleanser”
Positive
“it’s made for your face but it was too harsh for mines so I used it on my butt”
Positive
“it worked great !”
Positive
“or murad (aha/bha exfoliating cleanser)”
Positive
“that has salicylic, glycolic and lactic acid.”
Positive
“It does dry my oily skin temporarily but is fine after about an hour.”
Positive
“Murad AHA/BHA face wash on 2nd night sometimes”
Cautionary
“Definitely stop BP, AHA/BHA wash and Pore Pads even on your off nights.”
Cautionary
“Remove BP, AHA wash and pads”
Cautionary
“i do use an aha/bha cleanser that also has a bit of a scrubby texture a couple of times per week”
Positive
“followed by murad aha/bha hydration cleanser ~2x weekly”
Positive
“As I am very happy with my skin”
Positive
