La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dual Action Acne Face Wash With 4% Benzoyl Peroxide
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Anti-blemishBenzoyl peroxide, Niacinamide + 2 moreWorks well
“From the skincare brand recommended by 100,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay's dual action acne cleanser thoroughly removes excess oil, while clearing acne blemishes and helping prevent new acne formation.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: benzoyl peroxide, niacinamide. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid
CleansingCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Effaclar Dual Action Acne Face Wash With 4% Benzoyl Peroxide”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
ExfoliationCapryloyl salicylic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Formulated with 4% benzoyl peroxide and 0.1% micro-exfoliating LHA, this face wash also visibly evens skin texture and renews skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Benzoyl peroxideMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Benzoyl peroxide4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A potent anti-bacterial ingredient that is effective against acne. Often leads to skin dryness and can be irritating
More about Benzoyl peroxideWater~45–55%
Glycerin~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropylene glycol~4.8–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateXanthan gum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPotassium hydroxide~1.6–1.9%
Sodium chloride~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium citrate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateNiacinamide~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSodium hyaluronate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Propanediol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDiethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate~0.6–0.9%
Carbomer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Pentylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Glycolic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidTetrasodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCitric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Benzoyl peroxide, Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Xanthan gum, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium chloride, Sodium citrate, Niacinamide, Sodium hyaluronate, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Propanediol, Diethylhexyl sodium sulfosuccinate, Carbomer, Benzoic acid, Pentylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Glycolic acid, Tetrasodium edta, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Citric acid
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| La Roche-PosayEffaclar Dual Action Acne Face Wash With 4% Benzoyl PeroxideYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeAcne Foaming Cream Cleanser | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Cleanser | TulaAcne Spot Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 74% | 73% |
| Price | $19.99 | $13.62−$6.37 | $10.00−$9.99 | $42.85+$22.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosphingosine | Azelaic Acid | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 6
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