La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser
- Gel
- Oily, Sensitive
- 6.8 fl oz
- 1
- More reviewed than 96%
A medicated 2% salicylic acid gel cleanser for acne-prone oily and sensitive skin, backed by dermatologist and sensitive-skin testing claims from the brand.
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How it ranks among the 238 gels we track
4.6★ across 19,700 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
19,700 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
La Roche-Posay's Effaclar cleanser is a foaming gel face wash built around 2% salicylic acid plus LHA and glycerin, sold in a 6.8 fl oz bottle and aimed at acne-prone oily and sensitive skin.
It's positioned as a medicated cleanser rather than a general face wash, with the salicylic acid concentration doing the acne-fighting work while glycerin offsets the drying effect salicylic acid can have. The listing shows it ranked number one in Facial Cleansing Gels on Amazon at the time of this data, alongside dermatologist and sensitive-skin testing claims.
- 2% salicylic acid plus LHA and glycerin
- 6.8 fl oz bottle
- Oil free, soap free, paraben free
- Dermatologist tested
Who it's for
Suited to people managing active breakouts, blackheads or whiteheads on oily or sensitive skin. Not intended for dry, non-acne-prone skin, where a 2% salicylic acid wash can be more drying than needed.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 2% salicylic acid targets acne, blackheads and whiteheads
- Formulated oil free and soap free
- Dermatologist and sensitive-skin tested
- Salicylic acid can still dry out non-oily skin
- Medicated formula, not a gentle everyday cleanser for all skin types
Performance notes
2% salicylic acid is the primary active, working to clear pores and target blackheads and whiteheads, with LHA added as a complementary exfoliant. Glycerin in the formula is meant to offset dryness from the acid, and the oil-free, soap-free base is built to avoid adding to excess oil on already oily skin.
Specifications
| Brand | La Roche-Posay |
|---|---|
| Model | U31000TR |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Item Dimensions | 3 × 1.9 × 1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Dermatologist Tested, Non Comedogenic, Sensitive Skin Tested |
| Material Type Free | Oil Free, Paraben Free, Soap Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6.8 fl oz |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Package Type Name | Bottle |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | Oily, Sensitive |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Asin | B00LO1DNXU |
| Special Ingredients | Salicylic Acid |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '19,700', 'stars': '4.6'} |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acne, Cleansing, Face, Purifying |
| Best Sellers Rank | #371 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #1 in Facial Cleansing Gels |
| Model Number | U31000TR |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Upc | 883140040231 |
| Active Ingredients | SALICYLIC ACID 2%, salicylic_acid |
| Manufacturer | La Roche-Posay |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Product Benefits | Acne control cleanser with Salicylic Acid, fights acne breakouts, balckheads, whiteheads & blemishes. Paraben Free. |
| Additional Features | Allergy Tested, Dermatologist Tested, Non Comedogenic, Paraben Free, Sensitive Skin Tested, Soap Free |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LAC-237 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00883140040231 |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
| Model Name | La Roche Posay Cleanser |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in gels.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel CleanserThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 19,700 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Simple Kind to Skin Refreshing Facial Wash GelBrand | 4.6 / 5 | 28,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| patanjali Aloe Vera Gelpatanjali | 4.4 / 5 | 7,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Differin Acne Treatment GelDifferin | 4.5 / 5 | 71,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Bioderma Sensibio Foaming Gel Gentle Face CleanserBioderma | 4.7 / 5 | 22,700 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the La Roche-Posay U31000TR
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What percentage of salicylic acid is in this cleanser?
2 percent, listed as the active ingredient.
Is this cleanser oil free?
Yes, it's formulated oil free and soap free.
What skin types is it made for?
Oily and sensitive skin, according to the listing.