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Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum

Updated on: 17/04/2025
Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum
14
Total Ingredients
analysed
10 of 14
Skin-Safe
low risk
3 of 14
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
0 of 14
Potential Pore-Clogging
comedogenic risk

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. 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
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
C
1
Comedogenic: 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
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
4
Irritancy: High risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
3
Safety: Moderate risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate 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
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
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk

Potential Irritants

1 flagged

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Roche-Posay Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 14 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

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 Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum 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 Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum safe for sensitive skin?

Use with Caution Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum may not be ideal for sensitive skin. It contains 3 potential irritant s including <a href="/ingredient/alcohol-denat-" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Alcohol Denat.</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycolic-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycolic Acid</a> and <a href="/ingredient/potassium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Potassium Hydroxide</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 Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 14 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes La Roche-Posay Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum?

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

What are the ingredients in La Roche-Posay Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum?

Glycolic B5 10% Pure Glycolic Acid Serum contains 14 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/alcohol-denat-" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Alcohol Denat.</a>, <a href="/ingredient/glycolic-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycolic Acid</a>, <a href="/ingredient/propylene-glycol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Propylene Glycol</a> and <a href="/ingredient/potassium-hydroxide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Potassium Hydroxide</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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