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La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum

4.3(321 reviews)
₹3,795

MRP incl. of all taxes · Free delivery over ₹1,500

Salicylic acid + LHA + glycolic acid serum for acne-prone skin.

Key Benefits

  • Concentrated, targeted daily care
  • Targets breakouts for clearer skin
  • Dermatologist-tested, allergy-tested
Never run dryThis size lasts most people about 8 weeks — want a reminder to reorder?
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Derm recommendedTested on sensitive skinThermal spring water

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Ships in 24h across India. COD and UPI available at checkout. Unopened items: 7-day returns. Received something damaged or incorrect? Share a photo for a full refund — no need to send it back.

100%said it is gentle on sensitive skin*
90%said it absorbs quickly*
88%said skin feels soothed and comfortable*

*Self-assessment by 52 subjects over 4 weeks of use.

The science

Why this formula is priced the way it is

La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring WaterThe activeNaturally selenium-rich water sourced at La Roche-Posay, used across the range for its soothing properties.
Mexoryl / dermatological filtersThe technologyPhotostable UV filter systems developed for very high, broad-spectrum protection.
Recommended by dermatologistsThe researchTested on sensitive skin, formulated with a minimalist ingredient list.

Ingredient and technology claims are the brand’s own published positioning. Full clinical dossiers and study methodology are pending from the brand teams and will replace this summary.

Key Dermatological Science

Cell-Ox Shield®Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB filters plus antioxidant protection.
Thermal Spring WaterSoothing, antioxidant-rich water at the heart of every formula.
Dermatologist-TestedDeveloped and tested with dermatologists, even on sensitive skin.

How to Use

WHEN

Once or twice daily after cleansing, before moisturizer.

WHERE

Face and neck, avoiding the immediate eye contour.

TIP

With active ingredients, start 2–3 times a week and build up gradually.

Repair the barrier first — most “sensitive skin” calms down once it is protected.Dr. Aditi Rao · Consultant Dermatologist

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Dermatologist TestedSafe for Sensitive SkinNon-ComedogenicFragrance-Free OptionsAllergy Tested

4.3/ 5

Based on 321 reviews

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Nikhil Verified Buyer

Derm-recommended and it shows. Comfortable on the most sensitive areas with zero irritation.

Kavya Verified Buyer

No white cast, no stickiness — the lightest sunscreen I have worn and my sensitive skin loves it.

Vikram Verified Buyer

The thermal spring water formula soothed my post-shave redness within days. Genuinely calming.

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