Effaclar K
Product Analysis Summary
Contains Salicylic Acid and Zinc. Contains fragrance — patch test if sensitive. Formula aimed at skin types that tolerate moderate comedogenic ingredients. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.
Formulation Analysis
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| Ingredient Name | Safety Profile | Functionality |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: 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 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| C 3 Comedogenic: Moderate risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 3 Irritancy: Moderate risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| S 2 Safety: 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 | ||
| C 1 Comedogenic: Very low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 1 Safety: Very 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 3 Irritancy: Moderate 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 | ||
| S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 1 Irritancy: Very low risk | ||
| C 2 Comedogenic: 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 2 Comedogenic: Low risk S 2 Safety: Low risk Ir 2 Irritancy: Low risk | ||
| S 3 Safety: Moderate risk Ir 4 Irritancy: High risk | ||
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Potential Irritants
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Roche-Posay Effaclar K comedogenic?
Mixed Profile — Patch Test Advised Effaclar K has a mixed comedogenic profile. It contains 1 ingredient with a moderate comedogenic rating (3) that could potentially clog pores for some skin types. Those with acne-prone skin should patch test first.
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 K 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 K safe for sensitive skin?
Use with Caution Effaclar K may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 2 potential irritant s including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Hydroxide</a> and <a href="/ingredient/parfum" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Parfum</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 K clog pores?
Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Effaclar K contains 1 ingredient with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/glyceryl-stearate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glyceryl Stearate</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.
Who makes La Roche-Posay Effaclar K?
This product is from La Roche-Posay. See more products from La Roche-Posay.
What are the ingredients in La Roche-Posay Effaclar K?
Effaclar K contains 25 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/propylene-glycol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Propylene Glycol</a>, <a href="/ingredient/octyldodecanol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Octyldodecanol</a>, <a href="/ingredient/dimethicone" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Dimethicone</a> and <a href="/ingredient/peg-100-stearate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Peg-100 Stearate</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.
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