Effaclar
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La roche-posay Effaclar scores 6.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and ingredient transparency (7.8).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
AHA that exfoliates and brightens
Vitamin B3 that brightens and strengthens skin barrier
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes La roche-posay Effaclar stand out
La roche-posay Effaclar is a decent cleanser with an overall score of 6.1/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Niacinamide — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (7.5) and active strength (6.7). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
Key ingredients
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycolic Acid
Works on your skin — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Niacinamide
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethyl Isosorbide
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Pentylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
19 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Formula balancers5
- Other ingredient4
- Draws in moisture3
- Works on your skin3
- Holds the formula together2
- Softens and smooths1
- Added scent1