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Highlights
- Clears acne blemishes and helps prevent new breakouts
- Visibly reduces pores, fine lines, and post-acne marks
- 21% reduction of whiteheads and blackheads in 4 weeks
- 77% agree pores appear less visible in 2 weeks
- 45% reduction of pimples in 4 weeks
- 49% improvement of post-acne marks in 4 weeks
- How to Use: Step 1: Shake well for even application. Step 2: Apply the entire affected area with a thin layer after cleansing face. Do not rinse off. Start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed. Step 3: In the daytime, apply daily sun protection.
- Do not use on peeling or compromised skin. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes
Description
*This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
Key Ingredients:
• 1.5% Salicylic Acid: Known for its effective exfoliating properties to help clear and refine the appearance of pores. An ideal choice for those concerned with clogged pores and oily skin.
• Glycolic Acid: An Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) often considered the gold standard in dermatology for skin exfoliation. Within our formulas, it is recognized for its ability to increase skin surface cell turnover and help visibly improve skin tone and texture.
• Lipo-Hydroxy Acid: Also known as LHA, it's a derivative of salicylic acid, and has exfoliating and skin surface renewing properties.
• Niacinamide: A form of vitamin B3, niacinamide is a water soluble vitamin. It is widely used in dermatology and is known for its ability to help visibly fade skin discoloration.
• La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water: A soothing water sourced in the town of La Roche-Posay in France and a core ingredient in most of our products. It contains a unique combination of minerals, trace elements, and a high concentration of selenium, a natural antioxidant.
How to Use:
• Step 1: Cleanse with Effaclar Purifying Cleanser
• Step 2: Treat with Effaclar Acne Treatment Serum
• Step 3: Moisturize with Effaclar Mat Moisturizer
• Step 4: Protect with Anthelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid
Active ingredients
Purpose
Acne treatmentUses
clears acne blemishes penetrates pores to control acne blemishes helps prevent new acne blemishes from formingDirections
shake well for even application clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other dayOther information
store at room temperature 68°-77°F protect from freezingInactive ingredients
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Q: Is the is product safe for young teen acne?
A: Hello Amitch22, Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Acne Treatment Salicylic Acid Face Serum - 1oz. Unless specifically labeled for use on children, our products are not formulated for or tested for use on children. Our children’s products are not tested on children under the age of 3 years except those labeled as baby products. Please check with your child's pediatrician if you have questions about the use of a specific product. In accordance with US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s definition, we consider a child to be 12 years old and under. We hope this information has been helpful and that you can use our products with great success!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 5 months agoBrand expertA: Hello, great question! La Roche-Posay lightweight salicylic acid acne treatment serum works great to clear acne blemishes and helps prevent new breakouts. Depending on your teenagers age, we recommend checking in with your dermatologist to ensure this product fits your skincare needs. We hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can I use this together with La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1%?
A: Hello Brian, Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Acne Treatment Salicylic Acid Face Serum 1oz. We do not recommend combining this product with La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% as it may cause excessive drying to the skin. We hope this information was helpful and that you can use our products with great success!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 4 days agoBrand expert
Q: I use the La Roche Posay toleriane cleanser followed by a benzoyl peroxide cleanser, is it safe to use this serum after my hyaluronic and niacinimide serums? I have oily skin.
A: Hello miliany! Thank you so much for your interest in our Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum. You can use these products together, however we recommend to only start with one application daily for our Effaclar Serum. For the best skin advice, we always recommend that you discuss this with your dermatologist and follow their advice. We hope this helps!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 8 months agoBrand expert
Q: I want to try this product for my face but I don't know what else to use with it. I have oily acne prone skin with cystic and nodular acne. Which other products should I use with this serum?
A: Hi There! Check out our Effaclar Acne Treatment System. The only acne kit with Effaclar Duo, recommended by dermatologists, to reduce up to 60% of acne in just 10 days with visible results starting day 1. Formulated with dermatological acne treatment ingredients to reduce blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples. Suitable for sensitive skin. 3-time winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty Award for Best Acne Treatment.
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: I this product safe for dry sensitive skin?
A: Hi there! Thank you for inquiring about our Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum. This product is suitable for all skin types, acne-prone, and adult acne. It is formulated to visibly reduce pores, fine lines, and post-acne marks. For the best skin advice, we always recommend that you discuss this with your dermatologist and follow their advice. We hope this helps!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 years agoBrand expert
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Became a staple in my skincare routine!
It’s good! (I think)
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1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 30 days ago
Breakouts in my 50s!
Acne buster
I love it
Amazing

Not worth it
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 3 months ago
Acne help
Obsessed with Salicylic Acid serum!
Helping win the battle against hormonal acne

Buy NOW!

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1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 5 months ago
A Lightweight Lifesaver

Finally something that works!
No scent and good texture

Very good
