Effaclar DUO (+) SPF 30
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La roche-posay Effaclar DUO (+) SPF 30 scores 7.0/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and ingredient transparency (8.8).
✶ Hero ingredients
Chemical UV filter and stabiliser
One of the most effective humectants
Chemical UVB filter
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 DUO (+) SPF 30 stand out
La roche-posay Effaclar DUO (+) SPF 30 is a solid spf with an overall score of 7.0/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Octocrylene, Glycerin, Homosalate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (7.6).
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
Key ingredients
- ✶Octocrylene
UV protection — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Homosalate
UV protection — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV protection — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Niacinamide
Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list
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33 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together9
- Softens and smooths7
- Other ingredient4
- UV protection4
- Works on your skin4
- Draws in moisture2
- Formula balancers1
- Keeps the product fresh1
- Added scent1