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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Duo+m: Anti-breakout Corrective Gel Moisturiser

Moisturizer

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7 of 32 ingredients flagged

Silicone
Dimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Isocetyl Stearate, Sorbitan Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Myristyl Myristate, Vitreoscilla Ferment, Polysorbate 80

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Zinc PCA

Ingredients

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

  1. 1Aqua/Water/Eau

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Glycerin

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

  3. 3DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  4. 4Isocetyl StearateFungal acne trigger

    Silky emollient with a high comedogenic rating.

  5. 5Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  6. 6Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
  7. 7Silica
  8. 8Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

    Gives the product its texture.

  9. 9Oryza Sativa Starch / Rice Starch
  10. 10Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  11. 11Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
  12. 12Sorbitan OleateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  13. 13Zinc Pca

    Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.

  14. 14Glyceryl Stearate SEFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  15. 15Isohexadecane

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  16. 16Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  17. 17Myristyl MyristateFungal acne trigger

    Silky emollient with a high comedogenic rating.

  18. 182-Oleamido-1
  19. 193-Octadecanediol
  20. 20Mannose
  21. 21Poloxamer 338
  22. 22Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  23. 23Hydroxyethoxyphenyl Butanone
  24. 24Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
  25. 25Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  26. 26Vitreoscilla FermentFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

  27. 27Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  28. 28Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  29. 29Maltodextrin
  30. 30Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  31. 31Pentylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  32. 32Polysorbate 80Fungal acne trigger

    Emulsifier. Fine for most, but a known fungal acne trigger.