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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel is the best-known cleanser of the Effaclar line from the French pharmacy brand La Roche-Posay, made for oily, sensitive, blemish-prone skin. This 400ml bottle is the new "Microbiome Science" generation, formulated around skin-microbiome research and keeping the skin's physiological pH balanced.
The new formula features the patented active Phylobioma to target root causes of blemishes, Zinc PCA to control sebum and shine, on a base with La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water. It lifts away impurities and excess sebum, reduces the look of blackheads and pores, and cleanses without tightness — soap-free, alcohol-free (no ethanol) and non-comedogenic.
Per the brand's review, 97% of users said it does not irritate the skin, 97% said it does not sting the eyes, and it suited irritated skin for 96%.
Key points
New Microbiome Science generation with Phylobioma & Zinc PCA
Balances the skin's physiological pH (~5.5)
Soap-free, alcohol-free — non-comedogenic
For oily, sensitive, acne-prone skin
Benefits
Removes impurities and excess sebum without drying or tightness
Balances the skin's physiological pH and respects the skin microbiome
Phylobioma — targets root causes of blemishes
Zinc PCA — controls sebum and shine
Soap-free, alcohol-free — non-comedogenic
Per the brand's review: 97% no skin irritation, 97% no eye stinging
Ingredients
Key actives: Phylobioma (pomegranate pericarp extract + maltodextrin), Zinc PCA, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water (formula base), Vitamin E (Tocopherol).
Full INCI ingredient list: AQUA / WATER / EAU, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, PEG-8, COCO-BETAINE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, PUNICA GRANATUM PERICARP EXTRACT, ZINC PCA, PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, MALTODEXTRIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM BENZOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE
How to use
1Morning and/or evening, wet the face with lukewarm water
2Foam the gel in your hands and massage the T-zone and neck in circular strokes
3Avoid the eye area
4Rinse with cool water and pat dry — step one of the routine, before moisturiser or targeted care
Cautions
For external use only — rinse off
Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs rinse immediately with plenty of water
Discontinue use and consult a doctor if irritation occurs
Keep out of reach of children
Specifications
Product type
Purifying foaming gel cleanser
Skin type
Oily, sensitive, acne-prone
Formula generation
New Microbiome Science generation (Phylobioma) — replaces the old +M formula
Key actives
Phylobioma, Zinc PCA, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water
pH
Balances the skin's physiological pH (~5.5)
Usage area
Face & neck
Free from
Soap, alcohol (ethanol), parabens
Fragrance
Contains a small amount of fragrance (Parfum) in the new formula — the old +M formula was fragrance-free
Clinical result
Per the brand's review: 97% no skin irritation, 97% no eye stinging, 96% suitable for irritated skin
Tested
Non-comedogenic — tested on oily, acne-prone skin
Country of origin
France
Product code
0100 0014
Barcode
3337872411991
Frequently asked questions
Does this gel contain fragrance?
Yes — the new Microbiome Science formula lists a small amount of fragrance (Parfum) at the end of the INCI; the old +M formula was fragrance-free. If you are very fragrance-sensitive, review the full ingredient list first.
Which skin types is it for?
For oily, sensitive, blemish-prone skin — tested on oily acne-prone skin, non-comedogenic, soap-free and alcohol-free (no ethanol).
Does it dry out the skin or leave it feeling tight?
The brand's claim is cleansing without drying while keeping the skin's physiological pH; per its own review, 97% of users said it does not irritate the skin and 97% said it does not sting the eyes.
How often and how should I use it?
Morning and/or evening as step one of your routine: lather with lukewarm water, massage the T-zone and neck in circular strokes, rinse with cool water; keep away from the eye area.
How long does it last after opening?
The safe period after opening is printed on the packaging itself as the European PAO symbol (open-jar icon with a month count) — check that symbol on your bottle for the exact figure.
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New Microbiome Science generation (Phylobioma) — replaces the old +M formula
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Key actives
Phylobioma, Zinc PCA, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water
Gentle cleansing complex + vegetable glycerin — only 10 ingredients
Zinc Gluconate, Copper Sulfate, D.A.F. complex
4% Gluconolactone (PHA), Salicylic Acid, Glycerin
pH
Balances the skin's physiological pH (~5.5)
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Usage area
Face & neck
Face, body & scalp
Face & eye area
Face & body
Free from
Soap, alcohol (ethanol), parabens
Soap — at physiological pH
Non-comedogenic, no-rinse formula
Soap, sulfates, parabens
Fragrance
Contains a small amount of fragrance (Parfum) in the new formula — the old +M formula was fragrance-free
Contains fragrance (Parfum) — per the brand a non-allergenic fragrance; the fully fragrance-free wash in this line is the Topialyse Baume Lavant
Contains a small amount of fragrance (Parfum) per the ingredient list
Contains a small amount of fragrance (Parfum) per the ingredient list
Clinical result
Per the brand's review: 97% no skin irritation, 97% no eye stinging, 96% suitable for irritated skin
Per the brand's study: +35% skin hydration 3h after use; in the usage test 95% reported instant soothing and reduced itching
95% of volunteers found their skin purified — per the brand's own usage test on 20 volunteers aged 19 to 46 with combination-to-oily skin over 7 days (volunteer self-assessment, not an independent clinical trial)
Per the brand's study (21 volunteers, twice daily, 28 days): 100% clean skin, 90% purified with unclogged pores
Tested
Non-comedogenic — tested on oily, acne-prone skin
Hypoallergenic — tested under dermatological, pediatric and gynecological control; does not sting the eyes
Dermatologically tested (per the product label)
Non-comedogenic — tested on oily, acne-prone skin
Age suitability
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From birth, whole family (excluding premature infants)
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Natural origin
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89% natural-origin ingredients; biodegradable formula (65% in 28 days, OECD 301F)
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95% natural-origin ingredients; readily biodegradable formula (70% in 28 days, OECD 301F)
Made in
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France
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Eco packaging
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Recycled & recyclable bottle, biodegradable formula (per the product label)
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Makeup-removal efficacy
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99% of makeup removed — per the brand's own evaluation on 10 volunteers with a single application (not an independent study)
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Pollutant-particle removal
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99% of atmospheric-pollution-modeling particles removed — per the brand's clinical evaluation on 11 volunteers with a single application
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Heavy-metal cleansing
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78% cleansing of five heavy metals vs. competitor products — per the brand's own evaluation on 20 volunteers (not an independent clinical trial)
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Gentleness of the cleansing process
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95% — per the same brand usage test on 20 volunteers aged 19 to 46 with combination-to-oily skin over 7 days (volunteer self-assessment)
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Alcohol
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There is no alcohol in the official INCI list. Note: the brand itself does not print an "alcohol-free" claim on the product — this is a reading of the ingredient list, not a brand claim.
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