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La Roche-Posay

Lipikar Balm Light Ap+ M [EU Version]

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3 of 19 ingredients flagged

Fungal acne trigger
Isopropyl Palmitate, Myristyl Myristate, Vitreoscilla Ferment

Key ingredientsNiacinamide

Ingredients

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  1. 1Glycerin

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

  2. 2Isopropyl PalmitateFungal acne trigger

    Silky emollient with a high comedogenic rating.

  3. 3Shea Butter

    Rich, nourishing plant butter. Great for dry skin.

  4. 4Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  5. 5Cetyl Alcohol

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

  6. 6Myristyl MyristateFungal acne trigger

    Silky emollient with a high comedogenic rating.

  7. 7Zea Mays Starch
  8. 8Niacinamide

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

  9. 9Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract

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

  10. 10Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

  11. 11Sodium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  12. 12Mannose
  13. 13Hydroxyacetophenone
  14. 14Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  15. 15Vitreoscilla FermentFungal acne trigger

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

  16. 16Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  17. 17Maltodextrin
  18. 18Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  19. 19Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.