La Roche-Posay Effaclar DUO (+) SPF30
La Roche-Posay
7.2/10 (0 reviews)
moisturizerall skinSPF 3040 ml
Key Benefits
- Niacinamide for anti-inflammatory and brightening effects
- Zinc PCA for sebum regulation and antimicrobial action
- Broad-spectrum UV filters for sun protection
Overall Score: 7.2/10
This is a good daily moisturizer with SPF for oily and acne-prone skin, offering effective sun protection and anti-blemish benefits. However, those with sensitive or very dry skin should be cautious due to the presence of denatured alcohol and certain chemical UV filters.
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Detailed Product Scores
Overall
7.2/10
Weighted average of all factors
Safety
7/10
Allergen and irritation risk assessment
Efficacy
7.8/10
Expected performance and results
Formulation
7.5/10
Ingredient synergy and stability
Sustainability
6/10
Environmental and ethical impact
Benefits & Concerns
Key Benefits (3)
- Niacinamide for anti-inflammatory and brightening effects
- Zinc PCA for sebum regulation and antimicrobial action
- Broad-spectrum UV filters for sun protection
Concerns & Limitations (2)
- Alcohol denat may cause dryness or irritation in sensitive skin
- Octocrylene and Homosalate are chemical UV filters with some environmental and sensitization concerns
Complete Ingredient Analysis
20
Total Ingredients
3
Emollients
0
Fragrances
0
Unsafe
Complete Ingredient Breakdown
Listed in order of concentration with detailed analysis
#1
Aqua
Aqua
unknownsolvent
#2
Octocrylene
Octocrylene
unknownUV absorber
#3
Glycerin
Glycerin
unknownhumectant
#4
Homosalate
Homosalate
unknownUV absorber
#5
Ethylhexyl salicylate
Ethylhexyl salicylate
unknownUV absorber
#6
Alcohol denat
Alcohol denat
unknownantimicrobial
#7
Niacinamide
Niacinamide
unknownskin brightening
#8
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
unknownUV absorber
#9
Dimethicone
Dimethicone
unknownemollient
#10
Sorbitan stearate
Sorbitan stearate
unknownemulsifying
#11
Silica
Silica
unknownabrasive
#12
Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate
Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate
unknownemollient
#13
Styrene/acrylates copolymer
Styrene/acrylates copolymer
unknownfilm forming
#14
Propylene glycol
Propylene glycol
unknownhumectant
#15
Potassium cetyl phosphate
Potassium cetyl phosphate
unknownemulsifying
#16
Diisopropyl sebacate
Diisopropyl sebacate
unknownemollient
#17
Peg-20
Peg-20
unknownemulsifying
#18
Peg-8 laurate
Peg-8 laurate
unknownemulsifying
#19
Zinc pca
Zinc pca
unknownanti-acne
#20
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
unknowntexturizer
Product Attributes
Vegan
Cruelty-Free
Reef Safe
Alcohol-Free
Paraben-Free
Silicon-Free
Sulfate-Free
Fragrance-Free
EU Allergen-Free
Oil-Free
Fungal Acne Safe
Usage Instructions & Guidelines
Official Usage Instructions
Manufacturer's recommended application
Ideal For:
- •Daily skincare routine
- •Sensitive skin types
- •Natural product enthusiasts
Avoid If You Have:
- •Known allergies to listed ingredients
- •Very sensitive or reactive skin
- •Preference for fragranced products
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