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Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System

Updated on: 27/08/2025
Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System
40
Total Ingredients
analysed
32 of 40
Skin-Safe
low risk
5 of 40
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
1 of 40
Potential Pore-Clogging
comedogenic risk

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy
1 Very safe
2 Safe
3 Moderate
4 Risky
5 Avoid
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
4
Comedogenic: High risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk

Potential Irritants

3 flagged

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System comedogenic?

Appears To Be Comedogenic Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System appears to be comedogenic. It contains 1 ingredient with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.

Is La Roche-Posay a good skincare brand?

La Roche-Posay is a French skincare brand founded in 1975 in France and named after the town of La Roche-Posay, which is known for its thermal spring water used in dermatological treatments. The brand develops skincare products designed for sensitive and reactive skin and frequently incorporates thermal spring water, niacinamide, ceramides, and sunscreen filters. La Roche-Posay is owned by L'Oréal and is commonly recommended in dermatology settings. La Roche-Posay makes products such as Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about La Roche-Posay.

Is La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 6 potential irritant s including <a href="/ingredient/potassium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Potassium Hydroxide</a>, <a href="/ingredient/sodium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Hydroxide</a> and <a href="/ingredient/menthol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Menthol</a> . Common triggers like Fragrance, Limonene, and Linalool can cause redness or reactions in sensitive or barrier-compromised skin. We recommend patch testing before full use.

Does La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System clog pores?

Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.

Who makes La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System?

This product is from La Roche-Posay. See more products from La Roche-Posay.

What are the ingredients in La Roche-Posay Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System?

Effaclar Dermatological Acne Treatment System contains 40 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/isostearyl-alcohol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Isostearyl Alcohol</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycerin" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycerin</a>, <a href="/ingredient/pentylene-glycol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Pentylene Glycol</a> and <a href="/ingredient/silica" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Silica</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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