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La Roche Posay Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser, Medicated Gel Face Cleanser with Salicylic Acid for Acne Prone Skin - 6.76 fl oz
$16.99When purchased online
About this item
At a glance
Paraben Free
No Synthetic Fragrance
Contains Salicylic Acid
Hypoallergenic
HSA/FSA Eligible
Oily Skin
Non-Comedogenic
Dermatologist Tested
Combination Skin
Acne-Prone Skin
Highlights
- La Roche-Posay acne face wash that removes excess oil and impurities and helps clear acne breakouts
- Salicylic acid facial cleanser for oily skin and acne-prone skin smooths skin texture for daily skin care routine
- Dermatologist tested, allergy-tested, suitable for sensitive skin, paraben-free, fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and oil-free face wash
- Clinically tested face cleanser is formulated with glycerin, a moisturizing and restoring ingredient that helps offset the drying effects many acne treatments can have on skin
- Salicylic acid face wash is formulated with 2% salicylic acid and lipo-hydroxy acid to remove impurities without harsh scrub particles that may irritate skin.
- Can be used alone or as Step 1 of the Effaclar Dermatological Acne System Kit
Specifications
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Dye-Free, Contains Salicylic Acid, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Hypoallergenic, Noncomedogenic, Fluoride-Free, Aluminum-Free, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Gel
Beauty Purpose: Deep Cleaning, Skin Texture Improvement, Pore Cleansing, Anti-Acne
Recommended Skin Type: Oily, Acne-Prone, Combination
Net weight: 6.76 fl oz (US)
Features: Dermatologist Tested, Dermatologist Recommended
TCIN: 16452472
UPC: 883140040231
Item Number (DPCI): 037-14-0377
Origin: Made in the USA
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Description
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin is a medicated acne face wash formulated with Salicylic Acid Acne Medication. Targets excess oil and helps clear acne breakouts. Clinically tested to reduce excess surface oil by up to 47%.
How to Use: Cleanse 2x daily.
Apply gently on face in a circular motion using fingertips. Avoid the eye area. Rinse thoroughly.
How to Use: Cleanse 2x daily.
Apply gently on face in a circular motion using fingertips. Avoid the eye area. Rinse thoroughly.
Paraben Free
Formulated without parabens: A product either carries an unqualified on-pack statement indicating that the product is free from parabens, or carries an unqualified on-pack statement "no parabens."No Synthetic Fragrance
A product that either makes an on-pack statement indicating that it does not contain synthetic fragrance, or carries an unqualified on-pack statement "no fragrance".Contains Salicylic Acid
Contains Salicylic Acid.Hypoallergenic
Designed to minimize the possibility of an allergic response.HSA/FSA Eligible
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Recommended for Oily Skin.Non-Comedogenic
Non-Comedogenic.Dermatologist Tested
Dermatologist tested product.Combination Skin
Recommended for Combination Skin.Acne-Prone Skin
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Active ingredients
salicylic acid 2.0%
Purpose
Acne treatmentUses
Use for the treatment of acneDirections
Directions use twice daily wet face, then work product into a lather massage onto face avoiding the eyes rinse wellInactive ingredients
inactive ingredients water, sodium laureth sulfate, decyl glucoside, glycerin, sodium chloride, coco-betaine, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, hexylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, zinc gluconate, tetrasodium edta polyquaternium-47, menthol, capryloyl salicylic acid, citric acid
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 2 inches length x 3 inches width x 7.1 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.51 pounds
Return details
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Q: can i use this on oily acne skin?
submitted by me - 3 years ago
A: Hello there! Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Cleanser. This cleanser face removes excess oil and impurities and is suitable for acne prone skin. We hope this information is helpful and we wish you great success with our products!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expertA: Hi me! This product is recommended for normal and acne-prone skin types. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Concierge - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: I know it helps with breakouts but what kind of breakouts?
submitted by Mee - 3 years ago
A: Hi Mee! This product fights acne breakouts and also helps with blackhead removal. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Concierge - 3 years agoBrand expertA: Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser. This cleanser removes excess oil and helps clear acne breakouts.
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: can we use this for normal skin?
submitted by - 3 years ago
A: Hi Emily - Thank you for reaching out about Medicated Gel Face Cleanser. This cleanser is recommend for those with acne-prone or normal skin types. We hope you can give it a try soon!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expertA: HI Emily! Our La Roche Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin can be used on normal to oily, and acne prone skin. It does contain Salicylic Acid which helps to reduce excess oil. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Concierge - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Does it help with rashes and acne at the same time or will it make it worse?!
submitted by Bella - 4 months ago
A: Hello Bella, Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser, Medicated Gel Face Cleanser with Salicylic Acid for Acne Prone Skin - 6.76 fl oz. We partner with dermatologists to stay at the forefront of skincare science, pioneering cutting-edge topics like skin’s microbiome. With over 750+ studies and 25 years of extensive research, we are committed to developing safe and effective products that are dermatologist developed and tested. That being said, each individual is different and there is no way to predict how an individual's skin will react to any product. We recommend consulting with your dermatologist if you are concerned about particular sensitivities or skincare concerns. We hope this information has been helpful and that you will try our products soon. Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 4 months agoBrand expert
Q: is this pregnancy safe?
submitted by Taylor - 10 months ago
A: Hi Taylor, thanks for reaching out. While every ingredient we use in our products is evaluated for safety, we do not specifically test our products on women who are pregnant or nursing. La Roche-Posay ensures there is substantial information supporting the safety of our products when used as directed by consumers. However, as there could be certain ingredients that physicians may not recommend for use during pregnancy and nursing, we always recommend that you discuss this with your physician and follow their advice.
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 10 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this a water or oil based cleanser?
submitted by too old for acne - 2 years ago
A: Hi there! Effaclar Medicated Acne Face Wash is water-based. This cleanser removes excess oil and helps clear acne breakouts. This salicylic acid face wash is formulated with 2% salicylic acid and lipo-hydroxy acid to remove impurities without harsh scrub particles that may irritate skin.
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: Safe for tweens (10-12 yrs old)?
submitted by Samantha - 2 years ago
A: Hi Samantha! For Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser, we recommend ages 18 years of age and above. We hope you find this helpful!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can this cleanser be used for skin that doesn't have severe acne but breaks out often?
submitted by Emma - 2 years ago
A: Hi Emma! Yes, this product will target excess oil and helps clear acne breakouts. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Concierge - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: What type of acne will this help me with?
submitted by Mee - 3 years ago
A: Hi there! Our Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser removes excess oil and helps clear acne breakouts.
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: how much salicylic acid is in this product?
submitted by folake - 3 years ago
A: Hello there! Thank you for inquiring about Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Cleanser for Acne Prone Skin. Ingredients may have different functions in products depending upon their combination with other ingredients. The percentage of specific ingredients in any given product is not a measure of the ingredient's efficacy. It is the unique formula and technology that provides the desired result. We hope this information is helpful and we wish you great success with our products!
submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years agoBrand expert
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Raybm - 3 days ago, Verified purchaser
Good for dry or normal skin. It is the main face wash we use in my household. Always keep one in the shower and by the sink. Only complaint is the bottle cap. The product spills into the cap which causes some to be wasted and this product is not cheap. Def need a moisturizer after as it can be drying.
STOPPED MY BREAKOUT!!!
5 out of 5 stars
naijaw - 13 days ago
originally posted on influenster.com
This is what you NEED stocked in your skincare lineup. I bought this because I was having a jawline breakout. Washed with this and let's just say...breakout where?!
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Eboni08 - 15 days ago, Verified purchaser
Great product. Will buy over and over again!
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hannahp372 - 22 days ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I’ve been using this for about 3 months now, my face is the clearest it’s ever been! It feels good when using, and after I can see a difference. Will definitely continue to use.
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jadez11 - 23 days ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I absolutely love my new acne face wash it gets in and gets the job done and then I follow up with the moisturizer. My absolute new favorite combo and will continue using it and recommending it to all my friends
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greyg - 23 days ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
i started using this product (and the entire 3 step effaclar acne line) and it has absolutely changed everything for my skin. its insanely better compared to any other face wash ive tried. i used to have bad acne and my dermatologist recommended this brand to me. i love this brand so much. i use the wash, toner, and duo spot treatment from the effaclar line and ive been using it twice a day for almost 4 years now and my skin is so much clearer. also, know that it didnt take this long for me to see such drastic results. it really is true when the brand says you will see noticeable results in 10 days. i started seeing more and more progress the longer i used it and the more regularly ive used it (lets be honest, there have been some times we all have had where we got busy and weren’t as constant with our daily skincare routines.) i havent switched from any of these products because they are so amazing. any other face wash ive tried from other brands were too harsh on my skin. one of the main reasons i love this facewash (and all the products ive used from this brand) is because of how gentle they are on the skin, but also how well they work. i definitely would recommend this to anyone struggling with acne or even just needing a facewash, laroche posay is such an amazing brands and ive even gotten my mom to use their products too and she loves them too.
Broke me out
1 out of 5 stars
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Glades - 27 days ago, Verified purchaser
I noticed since I’ve started using this I’ve kept a steady break out…mainly on my jaw line/neck area too that I had completely clear prior to using this product..I have and oily tzone so I mainly only get breakouts in that area but not with this!
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 25 days ago
Hi There, We are so sorry our La Roche Posay Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser, did not work as well for you. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call anytime between 9 AM to 5:30 PM ET at 888-577-5226 for assistance and provide the reference #27030310. We are looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call
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astrab3 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
It was ok didn't cure my acne but made breakouts less severe. Terrible applicator though, just didn't work for me but its worth ot to try for the price point and amount per bottle.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 30 days ago
Hi there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Effaclar Medicated Acne Face Wash. We strive to provide the highest quality products for our consumers and want to know whenever something doesn't meet your expectations. Your feedback helps us to improve and has been shared with others in the company. We sincerely hope you will find another one of our products that provides you with better results.
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jasminec283 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
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Josh74 - 1 month ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
I’ve used other salicylic acid washes with no problem. I don’t understand what the purpose of menthol is other than to give a cooling sensation. That’s the only thing I can think of that would cause me to be splotchy afterward. I love all other products and was looking for a daily exfoliating wash with no fragrance.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hello Josh74, Thank you for your inquiry about La Roche Posay Effaclar Medicated Acne Face Wash. We appreciate you contacting us regarding the ingredients and ingredient safety of La Roche Posay Products. We understand your concern regarding this. We can assure you that our products go through extensive testing to provide the best and safest possible products for our consumers. The ingredients we use are selected because of their record of safety for use by the consumer. We continually evaluate the most current information about our ingredients. Each and every ingredient used in our products have been thoroughly reviewed and tested by our internal safety team made up of toxicologists, clinicians, pharmacists, and physicians. If you would like more information regarding this subject, you will find complete information at www.cosmeticsinfo.org. This website contains safety information about cosmetic products, their ingredients, and how they are tested and regulated. We hope you find this information helpful. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us again and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you.
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1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hi There, We are so sorry our La Roche Posay Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser, Medicated Gel Face Cleanser with Salicylic Acid for Acne Prone Skin did not work as well for you. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call anytime between 9 AM to 5:30 PM ET at 888-577-5226 for assistance and provide the reference #26934766. We are looking forward to speaking with you. It would be helpful if you could have the product available when you call.
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Sage W - 1 month ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
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mariias17 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
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Ginger12 - 1 month ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
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francianem1 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I have been using this product for months, I like it, but in my opinion, it has nothing extraordinary on it. Probably I gonna find another similar product , but cheaper. I don't know if I would buy it again.
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jaider - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
This face wash is a game changer. I am a 23 year old woman who has struggled with acne since I was ten years old. I have a hormone imbalance and PCOS that causes hormonal acne. I’ve done accutane, tried all the meds and gentle cleansers and I still suffer from acne. I was going through a particularly bad breakout when my esthetician friend recommended this face wash. I used this morning and night every day for two weeks and my face instantly cleared up. The first week included a lot of flaking of dead skin. It dries out your skin so I would recommend using the double repair moisturizer. I used the moisturizer in the mornings and exfoliated once per week. After two weeks of use my skin is almost entirely clear. My congestion under the skin is gone and my skin is much smoother and less inflamed. I am going to continue using this for as long as I can and I recommend for oily, acne prone skin.
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caitlint76 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
One of my favorites! It’s gentle enough to use morning and night and doesn’t leave skin feeling stiff and dry. I will usually use this product when I feel like my skin is getting congested. When used consistently you can tell a difference is texture and glow
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kristas78 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
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nadiat45 - 1 month ago
originally posted on influenster.com
I have consistently used the Dr Brandt Pores No More face wash for about 6 years and for this last year, I decided to give this medicated Acne wash a try for two reasons. Firstly, the Dr Brandt was much too expensive and secondly, I started to experience back acne from sweating, as I workout regularly. This Effaclar wash is my holy grail. I use it on my back and face. I do not suffer from acne on my face, but I do suffer from oily pores/whiteheads/oily skin, and this has helped with all the above! I cannot live without this product and have completely seized use of all other acne products. This truly does it all and the cost is absolutely worth it (and this is coming from a graduate student)!