The past month has been absolutely horrible for my skin as it kept breaking out. Due to the weather fluctuating from terribly hot and humid at times to cool, heavy rains at others, it became difficult for me to stick to a skincare routine too – changing it with the changes in weather and the stage of breakout that my skin was in. The one product that helped me to an extent was the La Roche Posay Effaclar Astringent Lotion Micro-Exfoliant. Quite a long name for something that is essentially a toner for sensitive, acne-prone skin. Read on to know more about the different way in which I used this toner….
La Roche Posay Effaclar Astringent Lotion Micro-Exfoliant Review
About La Roche Posay Effaclar Astringent Lotion Micro-Exfoliant
Price: ₹1,190 for 200 ml
“Dilated pores, irregular skin texture in oily skin with imperfections. EFFACLAR micro-exfoliating astringent lotion helps instantaneously reduce pore size and fight against blockage, thanks to the combination of sebum-regulating, purifying and micro-exfoliating LHA active ingredients.”
Packaging and Texture
The La Roche Posay Effaclar Astringent Lotion Micro-Exfoliant comes in a light blue transparent bottle with a flip-top cap and a small opening to dispense the product. The lotion itself is pale blue and watery in texture with a very strong smell of alcohol. The cap shuts firmly and despite having dropped the bottle a couple of times, there has been no product spillage which makes this safe for travel as well.
Application and Ingredients
As with all toners, this one too is supposed to be applied with a cotton pad onto cleansed skin to help clear out any residue from the pores. Due to the increased sensitivity of my skin, I find that applying toners with a cotton pad irritates my skin since the friction of the pad against the skin aggravates the sensitivity. So, what I started doing instead, is taking a bit of lotion on my palm and dabbing it onto my skin where required – the way men apply after-shave lotion – and then dabbing off the excess gently with a tissue. This way, I got all the residual gunk out from my pores making them totally clean [and thus appearing smaller] without irritating my skin further.
Along with Salicylic Acid and Citric Acid in it’s ingredients – both of which help in cell turnover and in combating acne [read more about the role acids play in skincare in my post here] – this toner also has alcohol. Usually, I don’t prefer to products that have alcohol. However, the alcohol helps in killing the bacteria and keeping the breakouts sterile so that the germs don’t spread.
Ingredients
Aqua, Alcohol Denat, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Fragrance.
My Views
This is a good exfoliating toner if you have oily / acne-prone skin. It does keep the pores clean and helps them appear smaller and also helps reduce breakouts by increasing cell turnover. If you have sensitive skin though, you would need to be careful since this lotion does sting . Also, for sensitive skin, I would suggest that you avoid using a cotton pad and use this lotion the way I have mentioned above since at times, it isn’t the product that irritates the skin but the friction while applying it with cotton.
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Product Overview
Refresh an oily, clogged complexion with this La Roche Posay toner.
Oily skin needs exfoliation to help unclog pores and keep the complexion balanced. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Toner - Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Lotion is an exfoliating toner that promotes healthy and clear skin. The liquid formula reaches deep down into pores to loosen debris, dirt and oil that create sluggish skin. Using this toner helps clear breakouts and prevents blemishes from returning. Because it has a gentle formula, this skin toner is safe for complexions that are irritated or sensitive. Use this product after cleansing to thoroughly remove debris and create a healthy look.
Extremely oily skin can benefit from this gentle exfoliator.
The key to La Roche-Posay Effaclar Toner - Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Lotion is the micro-exfoliating LHA. This ingredient sinks easily into pores to loosen debris and lift it away. Unlike many exfoliating products, you don’t have to scrub skin with harsh particles when you use this toner. Removing this debris will also help reduce the look of enlarged pores and refine skin. Using this toner will improve the absorption of your other acne treatment products because your pores will be clear. Heal acne-prone skin and refine extremely oily skin by using this toner daily.
Highlights
- Reduces enlarged pores
- Exfoliates to unclog pores
- Best suited for oily skin
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EvenElen
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Works
Does the job well though I have easy irritable and sensitive skin. It’s my to go exfoliating lotion.
JessicaRL
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Great Exfoliator
Love this product. My pores have tightened and my skin is looking fresher every day.
LovelySkin Customer
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Like it
I have oily skin so I decided to try this. Leaves my face hydrated and does not burn as other toners I've tried before. Will continue using it
LovelySkin Customer
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Great toner
Great toner for acne or blackheads for face and body. Non irritating and not too drying.
LovelySkin Customer
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Calming and smoothing toner
I think La Roche-Posay products are fantastic for their price point, and very effective. I opted for a more gentle choice [the micellar water] after implementing some other stronger acne creams, but I do like this toner. It left my skin feeling clean and tingly.
utahskin
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Feels great on my skin!
I love this toner and I have oily skin so this helps deter the oil. It also feels really light and dries quickly so I am able to put moisturizer over top of it. Will definitely be purchasing again.
Effaclar Toner
I like using this in the evening after cleansing to remove all traces of makeup. Works well and doesn’t dry out my oily skin.
Dramamama
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My teens like it!
I bought this because I am looking for LHA that can gently exfoliate my skin daily . I let my 14 yrs try it since they have mild acne problems,and it helps! It is gentle not like "Effaclar Clarifying Solution" cause redness.
LovelySkin Customer
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Great product for the cost
A clean, effective product without all the costs. It's also a great travel size. Would highly recommend.
Highly recommended
Just FYI, it’s not a lotion. I have sensitive & oily skin, & this toner is great. Doesn’t dry out your skin the way other toners have, & gently exfoliates. Use with the other Effaclar products.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Toner - Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Lotion
This is a really good toner it really gets the dirt and oil out of the pores
LovelySkin Customer
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Clean
My face feels clean and ready for my skin care products
LovelySkin Customer
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Excellent
Good. Cleanses without drying out the skin.
LovelySkin Customer
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Alcohol in product.
Alcohol in product. Do not recommend.
LovelySkin Customer
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La Paz Turner
i’ve been using this for 30 years and it has been discontinued in many stores I now experienced it ordering it directly from you the best experience quick and with extra surprises I will again order from you again . Thanks
rebecaozone
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Excellent Astringent !
Excellent Astringent! Prepares my skin to my am and pm beauty routine.
LovelySkin Customer
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Works Well
This toner seems to be doing a good job. The smell is light and fades quickly. It is not too drying but does tingle on some areas of the face that are more sensitive. Overall pretty pleased!
LovelySkin Customer
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Clear skin
This is a good toner. Its not over drying. I started using it every other day though because I have sensitive skin. It does help exfoliate and helps with keeping my hormonal acne at bay.
Works great.
Excellent toner. I love using this in the summer when my SPF use is at its highest. Not harsh and doesn’t flare up my eczema. Also helps keep oil balanced so I don’t become a greasy mess in hot humid weather.
AshleyDe
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Not irritating at all!
I have super sensitive skin and this product was very surprising. As well as my cleansers work, I noticed the texture of my skin was not great. For someone who has oily acne prone skin it's important to renew your skin often. This works very well and my skin texture is greatly improved
What does Effaclar lotion Astringente do?
Effaclar Astringent Lotion is formulated with Lipo-Hydroxy Acid [LHA] to exfoliate skin, refine skin texture, unblock and tighten pores.
How good is La Roche Posay toner?
Effaclar Astringent Toner for Oily Skin is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 159. This toner for oily skin helps to remove excess oil and visibly reduce the look of pores. Formulated with micro-exfoliating lipo-hydroxy acid, this oily skin toner refines skin texture, and unblocks and tightens pores.
Is La Roche Posay lotion a toner?
A micro-exfoliant, astringent toner for oily skin prone to imperfections and enlarged pores. SPECIFICALLY FORMULATED FOR Specifically formulated for sensitive skin which is oily and prone to blemishes, imperfections and dilated pores.