La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micellar Water and Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin
Works for
CleansingPeg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, Poloxamer 124 + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Effaclar Micellar Water and Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, poloxamer 124, poloxamer 184, polysorbate 80) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides~5.1–7.6%
Poloxamer 124~3.3–5%
Poloxamer 184~2.4–3.6%
Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesGlycerin~1.5–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 80~1–1.45%
Zinc pca~0.8–1.2%
- 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 pcaSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.85%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.5%
Bht~0.1–0.35%
Myrtrimonium bromide~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Peg-7 caprylic/capric glycerides, Poloxamer 124, Poloxamer 184, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Zinc pca, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Bht, Myrtrimonium bromide, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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 Micellar Water and Facial Cleanser for Oily SkinYOUR PRODUCT | BIOTHERMBiosource Cleansing Micellar Water | BIOSOURCE Self Foaming Cleanser | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 43% | 36% |
| Price | $17.99 | $27.59+$9.60 | — | $13.99−$4.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Pca | Copper Pca | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Bioderma Créaline TS H2O Micelle SolutionColleen Rothschild Beauty Micellar Cleansing Water
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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