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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Retinoid Acne Treatment

Moisturizer

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2 of 8 ingredients flagged

Paraben
Methylparaben
Pregnancy caution
Retinol
Potential irritant
Retinol
Strong active
Retinol

Key ingredientsRetinol

Ingredients

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

  1. 1Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

  2. 2Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  3. 3Poloxamer 182

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  4. 4Propylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  5. 5Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  6. 6Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  7. 7MethylparabenParaben

    Effective, well-studied preservative. Some people prefer to avoid them.

  8. 8RetinolStrong activePregnancy cautionPotential irritant

    Gold-standard vitamin A. Speeds cell turnover for smoother, clearer, younger-looking skin. Start slow.