La Roche-Posay Effaclar MAT+
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Exfoliation2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Micro-exfoliating LHA for precise cell-by-cell exfoliation to smooth roughness and gradually even skin texture.”
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.
Moisturizing9 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Efffaclar Mat is a mattifying daily face moisturizer for oily to acne-prone skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, zinc pca.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, isocetyl stearate.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Designed to fend off environmental aggressors, minimise the look of fine lines and keep excess shine at bay, this oil-free hydrator joins the Effaclar range as a must-try staple.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - zinc pca - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Water~13–16%
Cyclopentasiloxane~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinIsocetyl stearate~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isocetyl stearateAlcohol denat.~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Dimethicone~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerAcrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures
More about Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymerMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerSilica~1.2–1.5%
Cyclohexasiloxane~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePeg-100 stearate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCocamide mea~0.6–0.9%
Zinc pca~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaGlyceryl stearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateTriethanolamine~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineIsohexadecane~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneSodium citrate~0.4–0.65%
- 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 citrateAscorbyl glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideNylon-12~0.35–0.6%
Capryloyl salicylic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Polysorbate 80~0.2–0.4%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolMethylparaben~0.1–0.25%
Salicylic acid~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Isocetyl stearate, Alcohol denat., Dimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Silica, Cyclohexasiloxane, Peg-100 stearate, Cocamide mea, Zinc pca, Glyceryl stearate, Triethanolamine, Isohexadecane, Sodium citrate, Ascorbyl glucoside, Nylon-12, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Tetrasodium edta, Polysorbate 80, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Methylparaben, Salicylic acid, Parfum
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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 MAT+YOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeSmoothing Cream | VichyNormaderm Hydrating Care | CreamyGel-creme glicointense peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 82% | 80% |
| Price | $18.00 | $12.50−$5.50 | $15.86−$2.14 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Phenylethyl Resorcinol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4
- 5Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
- 6The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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