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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin

$13.99

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Benefits

  • Acne face wash removes excess oil and impurities
  • Oil-free face wash formula helps clear acne breakouts, blackheads and whiteheads with salicylic acid
  • Gently exfoliates oily skin to smooth skin texture with lipo-hydroxy acid
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Non-comedogenic
  • Fragrance-Free
  • Oil-Free
  • Dermatologist and allergy tested
  • Clinically tested to reduce excess surface oil by up to 47%, leaving skin less oily throughout the day

Key Ingredients

  • 2% salicylic acid helps clear blackheads, whiteheads and acne blemishes
  • Lipo-hydroxy acid targets areas of oily skin to gently provide precise, cell-by-cell removal of debris and dirt

Formulated Without

  • Parabens

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How To Use

Cleanse 2x daily, morning and evening. Wet face, apply quarter size amount onto fingers, and only using finger tips, apply gently on face in a rotating circular motion. Avoid getting into eyes. Rinse thoroughly. Gently pat dry using a soft towel.

Ingredients

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Hydroxide, Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Citric Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Zinc Gluconate, Tetrasodium Edta, Polyquaternium-47, Menthol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Sodium Benzoate.

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Q&A

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Can this be used on my chest and back if I am noticing excessive oil and am breaking out on chest and back? Or do you have any other recommendations from this brand for body acne?
Asked by Marissa
Official Answer By La Roche-Posay - BE
Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin. Our oil-free face wash formula helps clear acne breakouts, blackheads and whiteheads with salicylic acid. Since our cleanser is designed for use on the face, we recommend consulting with your dermatologist on the best cleanser for your body. We hope this is helpful!Was this answer helpful to you
Q
Does anyone know if this product can help get rid of closed comedones??
Asked by lydia
Official Answer By La Roche-Posay - BE
Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin with salicylic acid targets excess oil, gently exfoliates and helps clear acne breakouts.Oil-free face wash formula helps clear acne breakouts, blackheads and whiteheads with salicylic acid. Gently exfoliates oily skin to smooth skin texture with lipo-hydroxy acid. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
Q
Is this A sulfur cleanser?
Asked by Amber
Official Answer By La Roche-Posay - BE
Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin. All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names. We hope this is helpful!Was this answer helpful to you
Q
Hi what product can I use for acne
Asked by Sandra
Official Answer By La Roche-Posay - BE
Hello there! For acne-prone skin, we recommend our Effaclar Duo Dual Action Acne Treatment. It's designed to target blemishes, reduce redness, and help prevent new breakouts. While this is a great option for many, everyone's skin is unique. For personalized recommendations, visit our website at laroche-posay.us or consult a dermatologist. They can help you create a skincare routine tailored to your specific needs.Was this answer helpful to you
Q
What of the ingredients are being qualified as the advertised salicylic acid and lipo-hydroxy acid ? Salicylic acid is listed as one of the last ingredients and should be one of the first if its one of the main ingredients being advertised?
Asked by J
Official Answer By La Roche-Posay - BE
Hello there! Thank you for asking about our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin. All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. For products too small to accommodate the list, a separate ingredient list is available on the display unit in the store for your convenience. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names. We hope this was helpful!Was this answer helpful to you

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Most Helpful Positive Review
BEST CLEANSER OUT THERE

I am 30 years old and y skin decided to act up - I got horomonal cystic acne for a few months. Tried everything on drugstores and nothing worked. went to see a derm and got some prescription and didn't really work either. My co-worker told me about thi brand and decided to buy the acne kit. This fi...

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Doesn't work

I like that way the product smells, it leaves your skin feeling tingly and fresh. However, I've used this product for 3 months and there has been no improvement. My acne has actually gotten worse. A lot of small bumps have spread on my forehead and chin causing my skin to look and feel very textured...

1266 results

Absolutely love it!

Submitted 2 months ago

By Yvette

From Tatum, TX

Im in my late 30's and would get random acne. Not Any More!!!!

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You need to TRY THIS!!

Submitted 3 months ago

By Bia

From Oregon

I have combination skin, and acne that affects all regions of my face. Four weeks in, my acne is cleared and I can actually see my freckles instead of acne. Even the little sebaceous glands on my nose are shrinking. LaRoche Posay's Effaclar cleanser appears unassuming, but it's VERY effective!! I've tried dermatologist prescribed treatments, consumer commercial treatments, every brand at "insert other retailer here" that claims to treat acne, whether it's chemical or plant-derived natural treatments, I tried it. If you're looking for perfumey, soft girl vibes, all the fluff, you won't find it here. You'll find a simple but effective acne treatment cleanser. I pair this with LaRoche Posay's daily UV moisturizer and occasionally, the oil based cleanser in the morning if I wake up with dry skin, but otherwise this is it. Simple, effective. You should at least try this, and my biggest tip for anyone looking for an answer to their acne: don't mix a bunch of different products. Some ingredients negate others, some don't react well together. Give a product a trial for about 3-4 weeks, and if it doesn't work, try the next one.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Only a couple of days and I'm already noticing a difference

Submitted 3 months ago

By the Gemini

From San Jose, CA

Title says it all. I have only been using it once a day since it is a tad bit drying. However, I am noticing that I'm breaking out less and the break outs I do have are shirinking. Just what my routine needed!

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I love this product!

Submitted 4 months ago

By Briseyda

From Anaheim, CA

I started using this face wash for my oily, acne prone skin and it has definitely helped my skin clear up. It feels refreshing and doesn't deplete your skin barrier. I continue to incorporate it into my skin care routine.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Perfect

Submitted 4 months ago

By Kaneesha

From North Carolina

Love this product. Perfect for combination skin.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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