Customer Reviews

La Roche-Posay Effaclar K Acne Treatment Fluid (30ml) 1 Fluid Ounce

5 star:		(25)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(5)

 

 

I highly recommend this product in combination with other Biomedic products from LaRoche-Posay for the treatment of stubborn acne. I had trouble with moderate to severe acne for most of my 20s. I tried everything - accutane, 5 kinds of antibiotics, differin gel, ortho tri-cyclen + aldactone, stuff from tv, and oftentimes, I used several of the treatments in combination, as directed by my ever-hopeful dermatologist. Finally, I went to a plastic surgeon to see about some scar treatments, and before he did any major procedures, he put me on a combination of effaclar K, a couple of other biomedic products, Retin-A micro, and I had regular micro-dermabrasion and/or facial peel treatments. Retin-A Micro gave me really dry skin, so after I cut that out, everything else worked perfectly. I know other people's recommendations can be annoying, especially when you're certain that nothing will work, but I'd say that this product is worth a try! It really did help me. I continued to use it even after I stopped going to regular microdermabrasion appointments, and I have never had a reoccurence of acne. (As a side note, I also avoided major plastic surgery as a result of the success.)

I wish I had found this product long ago.

It is the only thing I've actually rated 5-star on Amazon because I believe it rates it.

It reduces visible zits when applied directly to them- sometimes in just a couple of hours.

When applied to the whole face after a warm shower just before bed, you wake up with a clearer, cleaner, tighter face. The acidity kills acne-causing bacteria on and below the surface of the skin, dissolving oily residue, preventing clogged pores, and eating away dead skin.

I found this product in Paris, and a few years later it started to be exported to the USA. Until then, I was spending alot of money to purchase and ship it here into the USA where I live. Now that it is available on Amazon.com, I'm so overwhelmed with happiness.

I cannot possibly say enough. This stuff really is that good. 10/10!!!

This product is absolutely awesome. I've had acne since childhood and tried this when I was in my mid 30's. I've tried many products including Proactiv. I was introduced to this at the dermatologist's office. Adult acne is now gone. I bought some for my kids (ages 14 & 21) and their acne is gone. This product doesn't dry out the skin and a small tube goes a long way. You don't have to use much. Just a small dab. It also works wonders for preventing razor bumps. After shaving, apply this to the shaved area and no razor bumps. My 21 yo loves it for acne and razor bumps.

I love this product! I have tried literally hundreds of beauty products from many countries and in every price range. I've used cetaphil and creme de la mer... However, I can say that after two months of using this product it is the best thing I have found for my acne-prone skin. As my dermatologist always emphasizes after I tell him I feel like I'm wasting my money, there is no such thing as a miracle. He's right, and I still get some breakouts, but this has helped- noticeably.

It also did not dry my skin the way all other acne products seem to do. I pair it with LRP's toleriane moisturizer and I get no flakes at all, and almost no zits. Best thing I've ever found for my acne; in my case better than prescription gels or antibiotics. My skin started getting better in a few days, but give it a try for at least 2-3 weeks since it takes some people longer to see results.

I have been suffering with both regular and cystic acne. In the first week of using this I only noticed that my skin was softer, brighter, and more evenly colored. There was not much of a difference in acne other than less swelling. After two weeks my pores were much less clogged and my regular acne started diminishing. Also, the healing time for acne lessened and they stopped getting as large and inflamed. This WILL NOT get rid of cystic acne, but it certainly helps them heal and stops them from growing as large. I have been using this product for about a month now and my skin is clearer, scaring is going away, and my skin is slightly less oily. Another thing: this is a great makeup base. After a month of using this 3 times a day I have used about 1/3 of the tube. I tend to go overboard on application, especially on the cystic areas. Everything else I have tried irritates my sensitive skin including benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, sulfur, anything with alcohol in it, and even other salicylic acid products. This does not irritate my skin, in fact it calms it. I absolutely recommend this!

I don't write many reviews, but I think this product deserves it! I moved to a very humid climate that my skin is not used to, and for the last year have suffered from horrible skin problems. Severe acne and uneven skin, sun damage, and unpredictable mood swings of either way too dry or way too oily skin. I tried literally all of the "designer" skin care kits, nothing made any difference, it just made my skin freak out even worse. I found this product and read the reviews, tried it, and am hooked! The first time I applied it, my face just felt better. My skin looks fresh and even, all the acne has cleared, and the redness from the really bad blemishes is fading more every day. It seems to heal anything on my face practically overnight. I do apply it very thick twice a day, and have not had any bothersome dryness as a result. I am just about to the point of wearing no foundation or concealer, and that is HUGE! I wish this came in a larger tube, I seem to go through a tube every 2 weeks, and while a tad spendy to buy that often, I am spending much less than when I was trying everything under the sun. Clear skin is very worth an investment of one key product that actually gives results. Might not work for everyone, but very much worth a try if there's a chance you will have results like I did.

Like many other reviewers, I've tried many products to treat my adult skin that breaks out (especially around the chin area). I received this about two weeks ago, and have been using it only at night before I go to bed. Typically, I find if I use a product like this twice a day my skin gets dry and flaky, so I limit to once a day. I am so impressed with this product! Instantly, my skin looks better - smoother, with the pores less visible. I've noticed that I am hardly breaking out anymore. Based on this I am going to buy another product from their line.

I've got the standard oily T-zone, but with incredibly sensitive skin, and usually have a few blemishes hanging around. The thing is, they're usually big, gnarly awful zits. And I have tried everything. Everything I have tried has either made my skin turn bright red from irritation or it did nothing at all. This stuff has been the perfect solution. I use it once a day when I'm all clear and twice when things start flaring up and I have never ever been so happy with anything else.
It's not the cheapest ance solution, but I can promise you it's worth it. Without a doubt.

This is honestly the best thing I've ever come across for my acne... Didn't get rid of it all, but nothing has, including an expensive 5th Avenue dermatologist, the zeno (pretty good, by the way), and thousands of dollars on various treatments.

This made my skin more even, reduced the frequency and severity of breakouts, and seemed to make things heal faster. I use it at night after cleansing, and apply LRP's toleriane lotion afterwards. I don't get flakes and it doesn't smell or make a mess, and my skin feels less congested. I really recommend this to anyone who has had trouble with acne- give it a try for 2 or 3 weeks to see best results.

I have weird skin that's acne-prone and sensitive and reacts badly to anything even slightly comedogenic. Only 2 products have been able to keep my skin clear and happy...this Effaclar K and Dermalogica's Oil Control Lotion. Effaclar K is great because it's an everyday insurance policy againt zits, plus it has a slight exfoliating quality that over time will make one's skin smoother.