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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Topical Retinoid Acne Treatment
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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Topical Retinoid Acne Treatment helps clear blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores and acne blemishes.
Benefits
- Prescription-strength 0.1% adapalene gel helps clear blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores and acne blemishes while preventing new acne from forming
- Oil-free, nighttime topical retinoid formula for mild, moderate and severe teen and adult acne
- Ideal for oily and acne-prone skin
- Non-greasy, retinoid acne gel quickly absorbs into skin
- Suitable for sensitive skin
- Non-comedogenic
- Dermatologist- and allergy-tested
- Fragrance Free
Key Ingredients
- Adapalene is a prescription-strength topical retinoid and vitamin A derivative that helps regulate skin cell turnover to help remove and prevent dead skin cells from clogging pores
Includes
- Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Wash (3.4 oz)
- Effaclar Clarifying Solution Face Toner (3.4 oz)
- Effaclar Duo Acne Treatment (0.7 oz)
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Use once daily. Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. For example, if your acne is on the face, apply the product to the entire face. Do not use more than one time a day. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results, but may worsen skin irritation. During the early weeks of use, your acne may appear to worsen before it improves (this is normal); continue use as directed, unless you get irritation that becomes severe. Irritation is more likely to occur in the first few weeks of use or if using more than one topical acne medication at a time but irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results. It may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see results. For further instructions, refer to the Drug Facts on the packaging.
Precautions: Suitable for children 12 years and up. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use.
Active: Adapalene USP 0.1% (Retinoid)* (Acne Treatment). Inactive: Carbomer Homopolymer, Edetate Disodium, Methylparaben, Poloxamer 182, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, And Sodium Hydroxide.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Its effective on my skin
Its effective on my skin, just follow the directions on applying it and use it consistently. I have been using this for more than 1 year now together with the effaclar facial wash and the toleriane moisturizer
Most Helpful Critical Review
Kind of works
I bought this product because I have acne scars that kind of just popped up one day, and I couldn't for the life of me figure out where they came from, as I have clear skin. So I decided to try this brand because of how much dermatologists praise it. I did some research and I ended up with the Effac...
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Smooth, glowy baby skin!
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After trying both differin gel and La Roche Posay efficalar, I can definitely say that La Roche Posay takes the cake. Both adapalene products caused an adjustment period (purging/dryness), however LRP redndered MUCH better reaults in terms of skin smoothness, texture and overall glow. I also noticed a substantial diminish in my hyperpigmentation. LRP adapalene gel continues to be a staple for me. Will definitely repurchase!
No more acne!
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I used this for years on my moderate acne. When I started, I would have probably 20 small spots and 5-10 big spots on my face at a time. After 6 months of use, my acne was reduced to 3 or 4 small spots once a month from hormones and sugar. It reduced the severity and longevity of those hormonal pimples. Blackheads were also reduced. I also feel, but i can't say for certain because I didn't keep track or document, that this improved the appearance of dark spots. Maybe even prevented them from appearing. Because now that I stopped using it for a year, dark spots have popped up in force. With no change to lifesyle or sunscreen use(I use it every day). But, that could be due to something else. I had to stop use due to a health condition that causes irritated skin and rashes. I highly recommend if you have acne. Note that it will not stop hormonal acne, but it might help. Start slow when you begin use. Every other day, once a day. Then build up over time. And WEAR SUNSCREEN!!
Holy grail
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This is my holy grail retinol. It does not dry out my skin But it eliminates the acne. I've tried many retinols before but this one is by far my favorite.
Great retinol alternative
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The La roche-posay effaclear adapalene gel is a great product to use throughout your nightly routine during the week as it is relatively gentle on the skin, one compared to retinol, but still provides great results to even skin texture and prevent breakouts. 
Stick with it
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It took a few months. I heard about this and had to try it. I got really dry and peely around my problem areas for about 2 months. I have used it every other night for about 4 months now. It really helps hold off most of my acne, although it's not a miracle gel. Try really hard to stay moisturized! This tube will last me forever.