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La Roche Posay Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula - 6.76oz

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$16.99 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Face toner removes excess dirt, pore-clogging debris and dead skin cells to leave skin smooth and refreshed
  • Salicylic acid acne toner helps unclog pores
  • Face toner treatment removes excess oil and debris
  • Toner for face that smoothes skin texture
  • Tone up to twice-daily morning and/or evening
  • Oil-Free, Non-Comedogenic, Paraben-Free, Fragrance-Free
  • Tested on sensitive skin, Allergy-tested
  • An ideal choice for those concerned with clogged pores and oily skin.

Description

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula is a gentle exfoliating acne face toner with Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid. The face toner penetrates deep to remove pore-clogging debris and smooth skin to leave skin feeling refreshed and even. Removes excess dirt, pore-clogging debris and dead skin cells to leave skin smooth and refreshed.

How to Use: Tone up to twice-daily morning and/or evening. Use a soft cotton ball or pad. Avoid eye area. No rinsing.
* Add a daily Face Moisturizer, La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Moisturizer that helps absorb oil for all-day matte skin
*Add a Face Sunscreen, La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin SPF 60 for sun protection


Key Ingredients:
• 0.5% 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.
• 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.

About Brand:
Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay offers unique daily skincare developed using a strict formulation charter and stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin.

Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Contains Salicylic Acid, Contains Glycolic Acid, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Liquid
Beauty Purpose: Pore Cleansing
Recommended Skin Type: Oily, Acne-Prone, Combination, Dry
Net weight: 6.76 fl oz (US)
Features: Dermatologist Tested
TCIN: 16601218
UPC: 883140040248
Item Number (DPCI): 037-14-0364
Origin: Made in the USA
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Active ingredients

salicylic acid 0.5%

Purpose

Acne treatment

Uses

Use • for the treatment of acne

Directions

Directions • 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 day

Other information

Other information Sunburn Alert: 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 asunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

Inactive ingredients

water, alcohol denat., propanediol, glycolic acid, sodium hydroxide, capryloyl glycine, phenoxyethanol, benzyl alcohol, ppg-26-buteth-26, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, menthol, tremella fuciformis polysaccharide, butylene glycol, ophiopogon japonicus root extract, scutellaria baicalensis root extract

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 6.5 inches length x 1.9 inches width x 1.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.5071 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: Hello, does this toner help with very oily skin?

submitted by Kit - 5 years ago
  • A: Hi Kit! This product is a great toner for very oily skin. Hope this helps!

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hello Kit! Thank you for inquiring about Effaclar Face Toner. This toner for oily skin acts like a pore minimizer and helps visibly reduce the look of pores. Formulated with micro-exfoliating lipo-hydroxy acid, this toner refines skin texture, and unblocks and tightens pores. We hope you try it out soon!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: I have very sensitive skin. Will this work for me?

submitted by Jas - 1 year ago
  • A: Hey Jas, Great question! The La Roche Posay Effaclar Toner is a gentle formula that is Oil-Free, Non-Comedogenic, Paraben-Free, and Fragrance-Free. We recommend to introduce it to your skincare routine slowly, 2x a week at nights first. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: this product help to reduce tiny bump on face?

submitted by Abc - 2 years ago
  • A: Hello Abc, Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula-6.76oz. This exfoliating acne toner with salicylic acid and glycolic acid helps remove pore-clogging debris and smooth skin texture. It removes excess dirt and dead skin cells to leave skin feeling refreshed and even. We recommend this toner for acne prone and oily skin types, this product is formulated to help with blemishes such as pimples, white heads, black heads as well as clogged pores. We hope you will give this product a try soon!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid are both active ingredients in this product and have been known to ruin the skin barrier if used together. Will this have damaging effects on my skin in the long run?

submitted by Staceyrae - 3 years ago
  • A: Hi Staceyrae! 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. This exfoliating acne toner with salicylic acid and glycolic acid helps remove pore-clogging debris and smooth skin texture.

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this product suitable for older skin? By older, I mean 60s. This question was asked before, but not explicitly answered. Thanks.

submitted by Terry - 3 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your inquiry. Our Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner is suitable for acne-prone and oily skin. This exfoliating acne toner with salicylic acid and glycolic acid helps remove pore-clogging debris and smooth skin texture. It removes excess dirt and dead skin cells to leave skin feeling refreshed and even. We recommend consulting with a dermatologist to make sure you are using the right products for your skin needs. We hope this helps!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hi! Can I use this while I am breastfeeding? Thanks!

submitted by Raj - 4 years ago
  • A: Hello Raj! 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. LaRoche-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 - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: What is the Glycolic Acid percentage?

submitted by Rachel - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi there! 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. Except for active ingredients, information regarding the function and percentage of specific ingredients in our products is proprietary.

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: can this product be used with niacinamide?

submitted by nadia - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi nadia! Niacinamide and Salycilic acid can actually work very nicely together! We'd recommend some patch testing to ensure their is no sensitivity. Hope this helps!

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: I see that denatured alcohol is the second ingredient. Would this be suitable for dry or aging skin? Will this product help with melasma or hyperpigmentation?

submitted by Kareno - 5 years ago
  • A: Hi Kareno. This type of product can be used on all of the following skin types: Acne-prone, combination, oily, normal, and dry. To combat melasma or hyper pigmentation, we would recommend using the La Roche Posay Mela-D Pigment Control Face Serum - 1oz which is sold at Target as well. I hope this helps!

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this scented or unscented?

submitted by emmy - 5 years ago
  • A: Hi Emmy! We appreciate your interest in our Effaclar Clarifying Face Toner. This product is fragrance free so it is unscented. We hope this information helped and you can use this product with great satisfaction! Thank you for choosing LaRoche-Posay.

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 5 years ago
    Brand expert

La Roche-Posay Dermatological Solutions for Acne & Oily Skin

About the collection
La Roche-Posay offers a line of dermatologist-tested medicated and non-medicated treatments for acne and oily skin. Formulated with effective ingredients including benzoyl peroxide, adapalene (topical retinoid), and salicylic acid these solutions help prevent and treat acne. La Roche-Posay is recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide.
View La Roche-Posay Dermatological Solutions for Acne & Oily Skin collection
4.5 out of 5 stars with 600 reviews
85% would recommend
92 recommendations
Reduces Acne: 4.15 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 4.17 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 4.17 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 4.14 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 4.33 out of 5

A no for me

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
D - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
I’ve been using it for about 2 weeks and have been breaking out ever since. It’s not even a skin purge. It’s cystic acne in places I don’t normally break out
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 1 month ago
Hello D! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact our Consumer Care Center at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance. It would be helpful if you had the product with you when you call. We look forward to speaking with you!
Pore Cleansing: 1 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 1 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 1 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 3 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 1 out of 5
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Regular in my regimen.

5 out of 5 stars
PZX_ - 2 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
LOVE this toner. Keeps my acne down and feels light, doesn't sting.
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Great acne toner

5 out of 5 stars
Sweett - 2 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
This toner is great on my skin. Really helps with acne.
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Worth it

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
New Mom - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Using this as an extra step in my skin care routine and it’s helped control breakouts. I would recommend giving it a try if you have acne and oily skin.
Reduces Oily Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 5 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 5 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 5 out of 5
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Works great!

5 out of 5 stars
Brian P - 2 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
You can feel it working soon as you apply it to your face.
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Love this toner! Brightens face and prevents acne

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Leeloo7 - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
This has really helped keep my acne calm and isn’t harsh on my face.
Pore Cleansing: 5 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 5 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 5 out of 5
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Works Wonders!

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Laura M - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
This made my skin completely smooth after one week. I used this product twice a day and I’m so happy with the results!
Reduces Acne: 5 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 5 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 5 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
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Worked okay

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Katie - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
It works well for mild acne, but I needed something stronger.
Pore Cleansing: 3 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 3 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 4 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 3 out of 5
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issa no from me

1 out of 5 stars
coilyblackgirl - 4 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
used this for six months consistently and saw no improvement on my textured skin. i feel like it needs a stronger concentration of the salicylic acid. my blackheads continued to clog up and my texture stayed the same. wouldn’t recommend
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 4 months ago
Hi there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with the Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner. We'd like to discuss this with you directly. Please contact us at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET and refer to reference #32965267 for assistance. We look forward to hearing from you.
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fungal acne !!!

3 out of 5 stars
kps! - 4 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
this gave me fungal acne :/ and i’m sure it was this product because i have NEVER experienced fungal acne especially on my chin area (which is where it popped up) until i starting using this. i stopped using it and immediately it went away and has not come back. wanted to like this product so bad because it did well for the rest of my skin and kept it quite moisturized
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 4 months ago
Hi there! We're sorry to hear about your experience with our Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner! We want to speak with you directly about this. Please give us a call at 888 577 5226, MF9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET and provide reference number 32945834. We hope to speak with you soon!
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Not buying it again

2 out of 5 stars
Lola1823 - 5 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
I’m a little upset with this purchased this. I really like this brand I'm using the vitamin c and face soap but I bought this clarifying and this product ended up making my face breakout in a rash on my face.I have a ton of tiny bumps on my Cheek after using this product. I need help maybe I'm not using it the correct way but my face looks bad.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hi Lola1823! We're sorry to hear Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner gave you a reaction. We want to speak with you directly about this. Please give us a call at 888-577-5226, M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET and provide reference number 32523241. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Cheap package

2 out of 5 stars
Sanfoura - 5 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
I just received my order yesterday and the toner bottle felt from the box and the lid broke
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hi Sanfoura! We are very sorry you had this experience with Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner! For more assistance please contact us on our toll free number at 888-577-5226 and provide the reference number 32523246. Thanks!
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Horrible rash.

1 out of 5 stars
Alisoncolon - 5 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
I’m upset purchased this as I needed help with acne breakouts and this product ended up making my face breakout in a rash on the only places I used it. I have a ton of tiny bumps on my Cheek after using this product. I wish I never purchased this toner
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hi there! We appreciate your feedback on our Effaclar Clarifying Solution Acne Toner. We would like to hear more about this experience and assist you the best we can. Please call us directly at 888-577-5226 and give the reference number 32328303 to the agent who answers your call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Not for acne prone skin

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Hannah - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I was using neutrogena astringent and had no issues. Switched to this in November for God knows why, haven’t been able to figure out why my face keeps breaking out until now. I realized the only thing I changed was using this instead of the astringent. This is not strong enough. It made my skin worse. Switched back to my old routine and after one night my skin is already on the mend. Not sure what the benefit of this product is, honestly. Might work for some, but did not work for me.
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 6 months ago
Hello Hannah! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact our Consumer Care Center at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance. It would be helpful if you had the product with you when you call. We look forward to speaking with you!
Reduces Oily Skin: 1 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 1 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 1 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 1 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
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not for sensitive skin

1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
sydni - 6 months ago
it does make my skin soft but if you have sensitive it may break you out like it did with me. target didnt have any of the cerave toner so i picked this up instead. i wish i could get my money back. not worth what it did to my skin
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 6 months ago
Hello sydni! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact our Consumer Care Center at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance. It would be helpful if you had the product with you when you call. We look forward to speaking with you!
Smoothens Skin: 4 out of 5
Reduces Oily Skin: 3 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 1 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 2 out of 5
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Great

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
L - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
This product is super great! It makes my skin nice and it unclogs my pores, I have combination skin and I really like it
Reduces Oily Skin: 5 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 5 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 5 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 4 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 5 out of 5
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Noticeable improvement.

5 out of 5 stars
Cukibifi - 7 months ago
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
I love using this new product in my facial routine. Helps clear my pores and keeps them clean. Will use it for a long time.
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Pore clogging ingredients

2 out of 5 stars
Cat mom - 7 months ago
Make it without alcohol and castor oil. That is what’s clogging my pores. Add more salicylic acid and get rid of the alcohol. This is the problem with this product. These ingredients are pore clogging
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 7 months ago
Hello! We are sorry to hear that our Effaclar Face Salicylic Acid Toner Clarifying Solution did not perform as you had hoped. We value all your feedback and we will be sure to share it with our team. Thank you for taking the time to reach out. We hope you continue to explore our other products in the future!
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Slowly working

4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Yrene - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
So far I am seeing a slight difference on my facial spots such as some sun spots and scars. I am on my second bottle along with The Ordinary lactic acid daily but this product I’m using morning and night. I also noticed less break outs which leaves less scars. Totally might add this brand of lactic acid to my routine
Reduces Oily Skin: 3 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 5 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 3 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 4 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 5 out of 5
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Disappinted

2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
SJ - 8 months ago
Used a whole bottle and saw no change. Pores are less clogged now that I have stopped using it
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 8 months ago
Hello! We appreciate you trying out our Effaclar Clarifying Solution. We understand how frustrating it is to try a new product and not achieve the results you were hoping for. We make every effort to provide the highest quality products for our consumers. We hope you try us again!
Reduces Oily Skin: 1 out of 5
Pore Cleansing: 1 out of 5
Reduces Acne: 1 out of 5
Smoothens Skin: 1 out of 5
Accurate Scent: 3 out of 5
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