Is this product tested on animals?

Hi! Thanks for the opportunity to clarify. La Roche-Posay no longer tests any of its products or any of its ingredients on animals anywhere in the world, nor does La Roche-Posay delegate this task to others. You can read more about our policy here: http://bit.ly/1Npr1Dz.

What has caused the price to jump? I brought this in Dec 2019 for $14 and now in Oct 2020, it’s $20!

There are two different kinds. This one has zinc and costs $20 and the one at target has niacinamide in ingredients but other than that both are pretty much same.

What is the ph level of this product?

The pH of this formula is 5.5, which is similar to the skin's physiological pH.

Does this cleanser have the same ingredients as the deep cleansing foaming cream cleanser? Is the only difference between the two is how they lather?

Hi Riss! We love that you want to learn more about our cleansers and we are happy to help! These two cleansers contain different formulations. Our Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser will lather, provide a gel texture, and contains zinc pidolate to effectively cleanse away dirt and oil while respecting skin's pH balance. Our Effaclar Deep Cleansing Cream Cleanser will provide and intense foam, contains a creamy texture, and cleanses skin thoroughly and visibly while minimizing the look of pores while removing excess oil. We hope this information helps!

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✨ Clear skin, confident you – the Effaclar effect! 💧

SENSITIVE SKIN FRIENDLY - Formulated with La Roche-Posay thermal spring water and zinc to soothe and calm acne-prone skin.
BLACKHEAD SHINE CONTROL - Reduces blackhead visibility and controls shine for a fresh, matte complexion all day long.
PURIFIES WITHOUT COMPROMISE - Effectively removes impurities and excess sebum while preserving skin’s natural moisture balance.
DERMATOLOGIST TESTED ASSURANCE - Clinically tested on acne-prone skin for optimal tolerance and efficacy.
NON COMEDOGENIC ALCOHOL FREE - Prevents pore clogging and irritation, ensuring a clean, clear skin without harsh chemicals.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Acne Foaming Cleansing Gel is a dermatologist-tested, oil-free, and soap-free formula designed specifically for oily and acne-prone skin. It gently purifies and removes excess sebum without drying, reduces blackheads and shine, and soothes sensitive skin with thermal spring water and zinc, leaving your skin clean, refreshed, and balanced.

Reviews

S**V

good smell and perfect for oily skin refreshing the skin

perfect cleanser for oily skin

1.08.2025

A**I

Love it

The best one for my skin. Ordering this every year.

24.07.2025

J**A

Worth the value

Cleans well, I like it. The skin is tighter after wash

26.05.2025

A**I

My best cleanser

.Great cleanser for face and washing off make up also keep skin soft and moisturized.

25.02.2024

E**I

I like it

Nice

23.06.2025

N**I

Okay

This is a good cleanser for oily skin. You could get better for cheaper though, it’s not very life changing.

17.06.2025

A**A

...

Amazing product

29.05.2025

D**A

Love it

It's going to be my long time facewash, love iteven a drop of it can clean the face very well.

26.01.2025

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