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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar K(+) Lotion Qd

Moisturizer

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3 of 13 ingredients flagged

Drying alcohol
Alcohol Denat
Pregnancy caution
Salicylic Acid
Potential irritant
Alcohol Denat
Strong active
Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid

Key ingredientsSalicylic Acid, Lactic Acid

Ingredients

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

  1. 1Aqua/Water/Eau

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Alcohol DenatDrying alcoholPotential irritant

    Makes products feel light and dry fast, but can strip and irritate skin when high on the list.

  3. 3Sodium Citrate

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  4. 4Glycerin

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

  5. 5Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  6. 6Potassium Alum
  7. 7Salicylic AcidStrong activePregnancy caution

    Oil-soluble BHA that gets inside pores to clear blackheads and breakouts.

  8. 8Silica
  9. 9Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  10. 10Argilla/Magnesium Aluminium Silicate
  11. 11Lactic AcidStrong active

    A hydrating AHA. Smooths and brightens while being kinder than glycolic.

  12. 12Zinc Gluconate

    Trace minerals that support skin repair.

  13. 13Copper Gluconate

    Trace minerals that support skin repair.