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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Clay Mask

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Parfum/Fragrance

Key ingredientsClay, Panthenol (B5)

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Aqua/Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Kaolin

    Absorbs excess oil and draws out gunk from pores.

  3. 3Argilla/Magnesium Aluminium Silicate
  4. 4Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  5. 5Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  6. 6Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  7. 7Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

  8. 8Ci 77891

    Mineral UV filter (also used as a white pigment).

  9. 9Titanium Dioxide

    Mineral UV filter (also used as a white pigment).

  10. 10Cetearyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

  11. 11Zea Mays Starch / Corn Starch
  12. 12Cellulose
  13. 13Ceteareth-20

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  14. 14Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.

  15. 15Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  16. 16Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  17. 17Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  18. 18Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  19. 19Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  20. 20Parfum/FragranceFragrance

    A blend of scent chemicals. The #1 cause of cosmetic skin reactions.