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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Anti-acne Purifying Mask

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Key ingredientsClay, Panthenol (B5)

Ingredients

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

  1. 1Aqua/Water/Eau

    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/Titanium Dioxide

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

  9. 9Cetearyl Alcohol

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

  10. 10Zea Mays Starch / Corn Starch
  11. 11Cellulose
  12. 12Ceteareth-20

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  13. 13Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.

  14. 14Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  15. 15Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  16. 16Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  17. 17Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  18. 18Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.