La Roche Posay Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser Medicated Gel Face Cleanser with Salicylic Acid for Acne Prone Skin - 1.69 fl oz
$11.49 ($6.80/fluid ounce)
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This face wash has garnered positive feedback for its effectiveness in managing acne and leaving skin feeling clean and refreshed. Guests appreciate its gentle formula, which is suitable for daily use without stripping moisture. The unscented nature is a highlight for those with sensitive skin, and many have noted visible improvements in skin clarity and texture over time. However, some guests have mentioned dryness as a concern, suggesting the need for a good moisturizer post-use.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.5 out of 5 stars with 2019 reviews
effectiveness: 4.36 out of 5
quality: 4.36 out of 5
value: 4.31 out of 5
74% would recommend
252 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
11 January, 2026Verified purchase
My favorite cleanser
This is my daily cleanser. It helps with whiteheads.
5 out of 5 stars
8 January, 2026Verified purchase
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Works good for acne
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
4 January, 2026Verified purchase
Read the ingreident list first!
This has menthol in it! It’s an inactive ingredient and is not advertised but is immediately noticeable if you are sensitive / allergic.
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 12 days ago
Hello Kelly! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser Medicated Gel Face Cleanser. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact us at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance. We look forward to speaking with you!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 December, 2025Verified purchase
Recommended by my dermatologist. Works great!
My teen tried this after it was recommended by our dermatologist. Works great and not harsh on the skin!
5 out of 5 stars
19 December, 2025
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
Love Effaclar Acne Face Wash!
I bought this because I was having occasional hormonal break outs. Used it daily, it worked great! Ngo bumps pretty much ever anymore, so when I ran out I switched to a less expensive brand I could grab at a drugstore, thinking they had the same active ingredient. Nope! Half way through the lesser product I started getting the breakouts again! I am sticking with Effaclar from now on!
5 out of 5 stars
19 December, 2025
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
Obsessed.
This is the best face wash I've ever used. My skin always feels clean, but never stripped. It's cooling and gentle, and no product has ever helped with my acne as this one has. 10/10
5 out of 5 stars
28 November, 2025Verified purchase
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Decided to try a new face wash and this was amazing change. Noticed immediately that my face felt must cleaner and looked better.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
16 November, 2025Verified purchase
Our go to
This is our favorite face wash. We all have mild acne, and this helps keep our face clear and clean
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
13 November, 2025Verified purchase
Great!
Works great on my teen son. He has really bad breakouts here and there. Nothing was working cause I bought him so many other brands. Once he tried this the breakouts were not so bad and his face looked clear and smooth. It worked out really great for us.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
26 October, 2025Verified purchase
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I have super sensitive skin and it loves this stuff! It’s an unscented thick clear gel that lathers up nicely. The salicylic acid helped clear my acne up. It’s gentle enough where I’m able to use it twice a day without drying out my skin.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
26 October, 2025Verified purchase
Amazing!
Best face wash ever! Cleared my face so fast! Love love love
1 out of 5 stars
18 October, 2025Verified purchase
HUGE price increase
WOW! I’ve purchased this product for about 8 years now. jumping from $14.99 to $18.99 is CRAZY
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 3 months ago
Hello J! Thank you so much for sharing your long-standing loyalty to our Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser – it's truly wonderful to hear you've been a valued customer for eight years! We understand that price changes can be surprising, and we genuinely appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We continuously strive to ensure our products deliver the highest quality and efficacy, formulating with carefully selected ingredients and undergoing rigorous testing. We value your commitment to our brand, and your feedback is incredibly important as we continue to provide effective skincare solutions.
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
17 September, 2025Verified purchase
Great product, bad container.
Works great, but you're better off putting in a separate container. I bought two different size bottles and both of them spilt.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
20 August, 2025Verified purchase
Getting expensive
It’s going up from 14.99 to 18.99 that’s insane
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 5 months ago
Hello Malak! We understand your concern regarding the price adjustment for our Effaclar Acne Face Cleanser. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. At La Roche-Posay, we are committed to providing high-quality, dermatologist-tested products that deliver effective results for sensitive and acne-prone skin. We continuously strive to ensure our formulations meet the highest standards of efficacy and tolerance. Price adjustments, when they occur, are typically a result of various factors, including the cost of ingredients, manufacturing processes, and distribution, all while maintaining the quality and innovation you expect from our brand. We value your loyalty and are dedicated to continuing to offer effective skincare solutions. Thank you for being a part of the La Roche-Posay community.
2 out of 5 stars
11 August, 2025
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
Package Sucks
The packaging is terrible! I bought this product in hopes of aiding my face acne. I took it in the shower because I thought it would be easier and accidentally dropped it. For the ENTIRE thing to fall apart in my shower making it extremely slippery.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hello there! We are truly sorry to hear about your frustrating experience with the packaging of the Effaclar Medicated Acne Face Wash. We understand how disappointing and inconvenient it must have been for the product to break apart in your shower, especially when you were looking forward to using it to address your acne concerns. Your safety and satisfaction are of utmost importance to us, and we are concerned to learn that the incident led to a slippery shower environment. We continuously strive for the highest standards in both our formulations and our packaging, and we genuinely regret that this particular instance fell short of your expectations and our own. Please know that we take your feedback seriously, as it helps us to constantly evaluate and improve our product design. We truly value your trust in La Roche-Posay, and we are committed to providing you with effective and well-designed solutions.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
1 August, 2025Verified purchase
Not good for sensative skin
Super drying, be so careful. I had flakes all over my skin and used as directed.
1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 6 months ago
Hi Tori. Thank you for reaching out to La Roche Posay. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Effaclar Acne Medicated Gel Face Cleanser. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 800-560-1803, M - F, 9am - 5:30 pm, ET for assistance and provide the case #42224938. Please have the product with you when you call. Looking forward to hearing from you!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
17 July, 2025Verified purchase
Acne Face Cleanser
This product does work!!!
4 out of 5 stars
4 July, 2025Verified purchase
Made my skin too dry
I think this product is effective, but it was a little too strong for my skin and it made my skin dry while it was breaking out. I also don’t like the face wash runs out of the bottle while opening and closing it. The packaging could be a little better.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
29 June, 2025Verified purchase
In awe
I’m genuinely in awe of this product. I’m in my mid-twenties and still struggling with acne, but after using this twice daily and letting it sit for one minute, my skin has improved dramatically. Recently, I had a large pimple on my cheekbone. I used the wash that night and again the next morning, and within 2–3 days, it was gone. I highly recommend this to anyone dealing with acne. Just note, it can be a bit drying, so follow up with a moisturizer!
5 out of 5 stars
25 June, 2025
originally posted on laroche-posay.us
Love it!
I’ve been using this product for years and absolutely LOVE it!! My skin is finally clear, soft, and healthy!!!