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La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel Reviews

La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel Reviews
Overall rating from 49 reviews so far:
4.3/5
Would use it again?
4.2/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.4/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.3/5

Gently purifies oily and acne-prone skin. Eliminates impurities and excess sebum while leaving the skin clean and fresh. Excellent tolerance. Non-skin drying formula. pH 5.5, soap-free, alcohol-free, colourant-free, paraben-free.

Website www.laroche-posay.co.nz

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La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel Reviews

La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel Reviews

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
20th July, 2018
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Great gel cleanser

I was really excited about this product because it’s a great brand and I haven’t used a gel cleanser in a while. I always used to use gel cleansers and loved them but have been trying a lot of different kinds recently so it was interesting to go back to gel.

I like the packaging of this product but one comment I would make is that the hole in the tube is super small so only a small amount comes out. I guess that’s a good thing because you don’t use too much but just a preference for me would be for the product to come out easier.

I really liked the feel of this product. It isn’t sticky and still feels substantial on your skin - like it’s actually serving a purpose. My skin felt super clean and also brighter, which is a massive plus for me with super dull skin this time of year.

I will definitely continue using this product, but I probably won’t buy it again in the future because I think I’ve been converted to oil cleansers instead. Overall, though, great product and I didn’t experience any break outs while using it.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
20th July, 2018
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A great cleanser for oily skin!

This gel cleanser left my skin feeling soft and fresh, very clean. I even tested it by using a soft white cotton pad on my skin afterwards, and no make up residue was left behind!

I'm slowly getting on to the soap-free train, so was impressed how clean my skin was without soap. I have oily skin and have been using the same cleanser for some time, but starting to feeling that my skin isn't getting thoroughly cleaned. Often when I use a toner afterwards, I find traces of make-up on the cotton pad and have been looking for a better product. Really enjoyed discovering they gel cleanser, leaves my skin feel fresh and clean!

It comes in a medium size squeeze bottle that stands upright in the shower. The bottle retains it's shape so it's easy to squeeze, and has a narrow opening. You can definitely control the amount of product, in fact, the opening might be a bit small as I had to give it a good squeeze to get a small amount of product. Good size bottle and very good value as it's a high quality product and does a great job at cleaning without drying out the skin.

I didn't notice that the gel foamed up like a foaming hand soap, but it does lather up with water. Not sure I find that 'foaming' but I liked that the gel didn't feel sticky!

It was definitely a nice cleanser to use after a long day and wanting to remove my make up and clean my skin!

The only downside is the smell... it's very medicinal and earthy. I appreciate it's not scented, but I got used it to after 2 days and loving how my skin looks using it.

Definitely recommend as a daily cleanser and great for oily skin. It's hard to find cleansers that don't leave your skin feeling dried out, and this gel leaves your skin feeling fresh and clean!

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
20th July, 2018
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It really works!

I have an oily face but it can can be sensitive to harsh chemicals. This product worked so well. The squeeze bottle is easy to use. There is no strong perfume smell and it washes off all my makeup. The best part is that my skin stayed that way, there was no over drying or oil build up a couple of hours later. It has cleared up most of the adult acne too!

Tips: Use morning and night.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
20th July, 2018
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perfect for oily skin

My skin at the moment is oily/sensitive, constant break outs and overall dull complexion.

I used this cleanser twice daily- morning and night for the first week and then once a day the week after.

During the first week I had a noticable change in first 24hours, By this I mean complexion was smoother and brighter.

Throughout the week my skin would break out and then clear up but my acne was coming back less and less, which I didn't mind because I knew the cleanser was working.

The second week I either used the cleanser in the morning or night as by this stage my skin had cleared up alot! My overall skins appearance is smooth, brighter and refreshed.

I would most definitely recommend this cleanser to anyone prone to acne/skin sensitivity.

The cleanser itself is very gentle, light and you only need a small amount- when mixed with water has a slight foam and the subtle scent reminds me of a cucumber peel off mask.

This is the one i've been searching for! Thanks BR x

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
19th July, 2018
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A good all-rounder

I've really enjoyed trialling the Effaclar Foaming Gel cleanser.

I like the packaging (blue tube, not white as pictured) which is simple and no frills, but not in a cheap way - it's clean, elegant, very functional, easy to use, and feels very sturdy. It has a mild scent, fairly floral with chemical undertones. I'm not a fan of any scent in facial products so it's a mark against it for me, but it's subtle enough that I can stand it.

I really love the consistency - a little product goes a long way and it lathers up to a lovely rich foam. Applying the product feels great - the dense foam feels smooth and buttery being massaged into the skin.

It leaves skin feeling very clean and soft, although I find it quite drying. Although my skin is oily, if I dry it out too much it will overcompensate by producing even more oil, so I definitely need to pair this cleanser with a rich moisturiser to balance it.

All in all, I'm happy with it - it's lovely to use and is a very effective cleanser.

Tips: Leaves skin feeling a little stripped and dry, so be sure to pair it with a rich moisturiser.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
19th July, 2018
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Nice Cleanser!

My first impressions were that the products was very clinical and sterile looking. It looks like something you'd be prescribed by the doctor! My husband even ended up trying it, something he would never do if it were pink or 'feminine' looking. So I think that's a win for the branding!

The tube is fine to use, the gel is nice and thick so there's no overflow or spillage when you're dispensing it. A win for no wastage!

There's a faint scent to the product - I've smelt it before but I can't for the life of me place it!! Like the packaging its definitely not a scent I would say was feminine. Another win!

I didn't think the gel lathered enough to warrant being called 'foaming' but anyhoo... it was lovely to cleanse with. It rinsed easily in the shower and I felt I got enough of a cleanse using just my hands and no facecloth.

So far so good right? Alas, after using twice a day for a week my skin started to feel a little dry on the cheeks. To be fair I do have combo skin - the oily t-zone was not stripped at all. I dialed back to using once a day and my skin has been perfect.

My speckling of blackheads has cleared and I suffered no breakouts or irritation.

For me this is a really nice cleanser, and is priced at the lower end of La Roche Posay products, but for me its over priced slightly, as my usual cleanser is much cheaper and does a similar job.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
19th July, 2018
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La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel

If you have oily or blemish-prone skin this is the cleanser for you.

The La Roche Posay® Effaclar Foaming Gel comes in a generous 200ml tube. The packaging is simple, giving the product a 'dermatological' feel, while the blue and white colour scheme gives off a fresh and cooling vibe.

The gel itself is simple to use and massages nicely into the skin. It leaves the skin feeling clean without the tightness that other cleansers sometimes have. However, I feel my skin doesn't have the softness it usually has when using my normal cleanser.

During the first week of use, my skin became very flaky and I did have breakouts. The breakouts dried and cleared very quickly and by the second week, my skin was smooth and even looking.

Because my skin is more combination than oily I wouldn't use this product on a daily basis but I will definitely be using it in the summer when my skin tends to be oiler and when I have breakouts.

Overall, I was impressed with this product and would happily recommend it, especially to those who have problematic skin.

Tips: Give it a chance and don't use any other skin care products with it such as exfoliators and masks unless your skin is super oily! I

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
19th July, 2018
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Promising

I have very oily skin and I think this cleanser is really working for me!

Firstly, the size of the cleanser is massive which helps you feel better about the price. Although the small nozzle makes it really difficult to squeeze enough product out. My skin has benefited from this cleanser because my face is less oily and it's gentle enough to not cause me to have a burning reaction, like other products have. I still have pimples but that's because I squeeze any sign of a pink bump. The product lathers up well and feels very clean and simple. After I rinse it off my face feels soft, and not overly dry or tight.

Overall I have high hopes for this product because it is on the more expensive end of cleansers and is specifically made for treating pimples and excess sebum.

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Overall rating:
2.0/5
19th July, 2018
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Not for me

Thank you to Beauty Review as this product was sent to me as part of their test panel to discover whether it met my strict criteria in what I’m looking for in good, non-nonsense skin care for sensitive and irritable skin.

This comes in a 200 ml blue tube, not a white tube like the picture states. It will last for ages, especially since it is really hard to squeeze the tube to get product to come out through the tiny hole. I love this, it means I won’t use more than I need. In terms of economy this tube initially looks expensive but will last for months therefore most likely cheaper than many other products out there.

I did hope this was the face wash containing salicylic acid but this was not the case as the ingredients do not list it as being in this product at all.

A quick run through the eleven ingredients listed and potential irritants are Sodium Laureth Sulfate (foaming agent) as second ingredient and last is Parfum/Fragrance. Everything else looks fine for sensitive skin, a few preservatives in there but they are low on the irritation list and should not cause any issues unless someone has an allergy to them. No essential oils or other fragrances such as limonene and linalool.

I am trying this product with fragrance as I do not react to all products that have fragrance in it. I am wary so will go carefully with any product introduced into my regime that contains it.

To me it has quite a heavy tea tree/lemon scent to it which seems to be used in a lot of products for “oily skin”. I do find it overbearing since I’m used to skincare not smelling but the scent doesn’t linger once used.

I started using this once a day to see how my skin coped with the SLS and fragrance. Unfortunately I had to cut down that as it started to make my skin red and irritated.

I did find that it removed my mineral foundation, mascara and SPF easily and left my skin soft without that tight feeling that indicates when something is too drying.

This could be great for oily skin but it seems mine is going through some changes and is more on the drier side so if you have dry skin, this one is not for you and you should look into their Toleraine line which is designed for dry skin types.

Tips: If your skin is red and/or angry after cleansing then the cleanser you are using is too harsh and you need to find something more gentle. Your skin is delicate and doesn’t need harsh scrubs or cleansers regardless of skin type.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
18th July, 2018
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Good for a morning cleanse

I usually shy away from foaming cleansers as I find that they can strip the skin, so I was sceptical of this one. I do however have very oily, sensitive skin, and this is the first time I’ve ever seen a product which targets those two concerns together. It is very gentle, virtually scent free, foams easily and doesn’t strip your skin out. I tried it both at the beginning and the end of the day and have ended up using it as a morning cleanser. It won’t remove makeup all that well, so you need a second cleanser to do that first, or use as a morning cleanser as I did. The packaging is your standard tube cleanser packaging, in a 200ml size. The cleanser is a clear gel. The instructions are to wet your hands and then foam the product before applying to your face which is a bit fiddly as then you are opening the tube with wet hands. You only need about a pea sized amount to do your face and neck so good value for money. I used this in conjunction with the effaclar moisturiser which helped with a breakout. I would carry on using for a morning cleanse, and it’s probably more the kind of thing I like to use in the summer months as the foaming gel is quite refreshing.

Tips: Use for a morning cleanser, or following a seperate make up removing cleanse at the end of the day.

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