La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Cleansing Oil
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-betaine + 2 moreCan be harsh
“Lipikar Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil is a moisturizing oil-to-foam body and face cleanser designed for dry to extra dry, sensitive skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people coco-betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinSucrose~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseSodium laureth sulfate~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCoco-betaine~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium chloride~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideNiacinamide~1.1–1.7%
- 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 NiacinamidePeg-75 shea butter glycerides~0.85–1.3%
Sodium hydroxide~0.5–1.15%
Vitreoscilla ferment~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePentylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPolysorbate 20~0.05–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sucrose, Sodium laureth sulfate, Coco-betaine, Sodium chloride, Niacinamide, Peg-75 shea butter glycerides, Sodium hydroxide, Vitreoscilla ferment, Citric acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Pentylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium benzoate
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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-PosayLipikar AP+ Cleansing OilYOUR PRODUCT | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | CeraVeBalancing Air Foam Facial Cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCARENiacinamide Pore Refining Micellar Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 78% | 77% |
| Price | $19.99 | $7.25−$12.74 | $12.39−$7.60 | $8.03−$11.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Decyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SVR Sebiaclear Cleansing CreamSkincare by Dr V Micellar Gel Wash
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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