Effaclar Duo (+) Unifiant

Ingredients

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

1. 1Aqua / Water

   The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

2. 2Propylene Glycol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

3. 3Octyldodecanol
4. 4DimethiconeSilicone

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

5. 5PEG-100 StearateFungal acne trigger

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

6. 6Glyceryl StearateFungal acne trigger

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

7. 7Salicylic AcidStrong activePregnancy caution

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

8. 8Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

   Gives the product its texture.

9. 9Zinc PCA

   Helps regulate oil and keeps breakouts in check.

10. 10Sarcosine
11. 11Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

12. 12Silica
13. 13Silica Silylate
14. 14Perlite
15. 15Carnosine
16. 16Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

17. 17Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
18. 18Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

19. 19Pentylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

20. 20Acrylates Copolymer
21. 21Cetyl Alcohol

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

22. 22Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

23. 23Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

24. 24Parfum / FragranceFragrance

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