La Roche Posay EFFACLAR DUO+M

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+M is

a triple-corrective, anti-breakout gel moisturizer for oily, acne-prone skin that targets blackheads, blemishes, and post-acne marks. It is enriched with microbiome science-backed active ingredients to reduce imperfections and prevent relapse. 

Key Benefits

• Anti-Blemish Action: Targets and visibly reduces blemishes, blackheads, and severe imperfections, with visible results in as little as 8 hours, according to La Roche-Posay.
• Reduces Post-Acne Marks: Contains Procerad™, an exclusive patented ceramide, to help prevent the appearance of red and brown post-acne marks and achieve a more even complexion.
• Unclogs Pores & Exfoliates: Formulated with Salicylic Acid and LHA (Lipo-Hydroxy Acid) which gently exfoliate the skin's surface and deeply penetrate pores to unclog them.
• Controls Sebum & Hydrates: The formula provides 24-hour hydration while ingredients like Zinc PCA help control sebum production for a mattified finish.
• Anti-Relapse Effect: Efficacy proven to maintain benefits and prevent new blemishes from forming for an anti-relapse action. 

Key Ingredients

According to the ingredient list on La Roche-Posay's website, the key active and inactive ingredients include: 

• New Phylobioma Active: Targets the C. acnes bacteria phylotype IA1 to reduce blemishes at their source.
• Niacinamide: Known for its intensive soothing effect, it helps reduce redness and fade the appearance of dark spots/pigmentation.
• Salicylic Acid & LHA: Keratolytic agents that gently exfoliate the skin and unclog pores.
• Procerad™: A patented anti-marking ceramide that helps prevent the appearance of post-acne marks.
• Zinc PCA: Helps control sebum production to mattify the skin. 

Usage & Application

• Usage: It can be used as a daily moisturizer, applied to the entire face (avoiding the eye area) in the morning and/or evening after cleansing, for instance, with the Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel.
• Texture: The product has a fresh gel-cream texture that is rapidly absorbed for a non-sticky, non-greasy finish, making it an excellent makeup base.
• Suitability: It is suitable for oily, acne-prone skin, including sensitive skin, and can be used by both teenagers (from 10 years old) and adults.
• Note: As with many active skincare products, applying sunscreen afterwards in the morning is recommended.