In honour of Acne Awareness Month this June, CosBeauty recently attended La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Derm Live event in Sydney, to learn more about the brand’s holistic approach to acne and to revisit its innovative Effaclar anti-acne skincare range.
Acne, an inflammatory skin condition that causes a disorder in the activity of pores, is one of the most common skin conditions.
Research shows that 80 per cent of teenagers and 40 per cent of adults worldwide are affected by acne1, with a worrying 97 per cent of acne patients reporting a reduced quality of life2. In addition, 600 million Google searches are made per year by people seeking acne solutions3 – reinforcing La Roche-Posay’s mission to continually strive to meet consumer demand by providing accessible and educational skincare products and tools to effectively manage the onset of acne.
La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar range is the comprehensive daily anti-acne range you need in your life
Developed for sensitive, oily and acne-prone skin, the Effaclar range is scientifically proven to target breakouts and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, as well as combatting moisture loss and dehydration – and supported by La Roche-Posay’s SPOTSCAN technology, the world’s first acne diagnosis tool powered by advanced artificial intelligence.
Newly renovated products in La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar range include a larger Effaclar Serum in a 50ml bottle and repackaged Effaclar H Iso-Biome (formally Effaclar H) Cream Cleanser and Hydrating Moisturiser, which are specifically designed for skin overdried from other acne-related treatments.
“LA ROCHE-POSAY’s Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum is now available in a larger size due to its popularity and because ongoing use of this formulation can provide added benefits. While the new and improved formulation of Effaclar H Iso-Biome benefits the skin’s hydrolipidic film and microbiome. The formula reinforces the skin barrier function reducing irritation and redness. This is important for all skin types including skin experiencing acne,” says Rachel McAdam, La Roche-Posay Medical Communications Manager.
Effaclar products to use for sensitive, oily, acne-prone skin
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar Serum (50ml, RRP $85.95) is an ultra-concentrated daily face serum for mild to moderate acne-prone skin, scientifically proven to help target breakouts, and visibly reduce the appearance of imperfections, fine lines and wrinkles while combating moisture loss and dehydration. The non-oily, non-stick serum contains LHA (to micro-exfoliate and help stimulate skin renewal), salicylic acid (to deeply unclog pores and reduce excess sebum), and niacinamide (helps to combat moisture loss and dehydration). The highly efficacious skin refining serum promotes a smooth, healthy-looking complexion.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel (200ml, RRP $31.95) is an effective acne cleanser. Containing LHA (to help prevent future acne), 2% salicylic acid and zinc (to micro-exfoliate, unclog pores and reduce excess sebum), Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel works to reduce breakouts, and leaves the skin appearing purified and detoxified. Suitable for acne on the face, chest and back.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar Duo+ Anti-Acne Moisturiser (40ml, RRP $33.95) is an unclogging moisturiser that targets blemishes, blackheads, clogged pores, and pigmented marks. The ultra-light formula ensures skin is hydrated and mattified (immediately), with the appearance of redness visibly reduced (after 12 hours), and imperfections visibly reduced (after 8 days). Effaclar Duo (+) contains LHA and salicylic acid to remove dead skin cells, zinc PCA to help balance oiliness, and niacinamide with vitamin B3 to soothe and reduce redness. As acne causing bacteria create an imbalance in the skin’s microbiome, Effaclar Duo (+) is formulated with the prebiotic Aqua Posae Filiformis, to help rebalance the skin’s microbiome.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar H Iso-Biome Cleansing Cream (200ml, RRP $27.95) is a hydrating cream cleanser that gently cleanses, purifies and soothes skin feeling weakened by the drying effects of acne treatments. Effaclar H Iso-Biome face cleanser is suitable for use by those with sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin. The gentle soothing cleansing cream is formulated with Niacinamide to help reduce redness, Zinc PCA to help reduce sebum and La Roche Posay Thermal Water to soothe.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar H Iso-Biome Hydrating Moisturiser (40ml, RRP $33.95) hydrates oily skin that has been weakened by the over-drying skin effects of acne treatments, to provide long lasting comfort. The non-comedogenic formula won’t clog pores and is suitable for sensitive and oily skin types. The formula contains prebiotics Orellana and Aqua Posae Filiformis to help support the skin’s microbiome, Niacinamide to visibly reduce redness, and La Roche Posay Thermal Water to soothe.
The LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar anti-acne skincare range is available for purchase online at www.laroche-posay.com.au or at Chemist Warehouse, Priceline, Adore Beauty and select pharmacies nationally.
References:
1. Quality of life, anxiety prevalence, depression symptomatology and suicidal ideation among acne patients in Lithuania. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2017 Jul 14, Lukaviciute L, Navickas P, Navickas A.
2. 2002 CHU Claude Huriez France / Dimension Baromètre dermatologist follow-up 2008 Fr – Germany – It – Spain.
3. ACD analysis including China, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Spain, Germany, France, USA, Brazil, Canada, Scandinavia, Russia and UK
