La Roche Posay® Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser Reviews

I have used the Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser For a week now with mixed results. The packaging is classy and clear to read. Only a small amount of the gel is required for adequate coverage, it lathers well in your hands and certainly makes your face feel super clean. However I did feel like my skin was extra dry after using and needed a lot more moisturiser, as well as my hands due to using them to apply it. I feel like it would be effective in cleansing acne prone skin but would need to be complimented with a very good moisturiser and hand cream to avoid drying ones skin out.

I've loved every La Roche Posay product I've tried and this was no exception. The only negative I can think of is the teeny tiny writing on the back of the product with the instructions! I used this on my face, neck and decolletage morning and night for 4 days and my skin already feels tighter and smoother. My face oil seems to absorb better and the little spots on my lower chest have reduced markedly. It works as a cleanser both over the basin and in the shower, lathering up nicely as long as your face is wet to begin with. There was a little tingle the first few times but nothing unpleasant and who minds a little tingle to tell you it's working right? I used surprisingly little to get a good lather, going by the size of the tube, it'll last a good while. I'm looking forward to continuing to use this product and see if the tightening and brightening of my skin continues!

I wasn't really sure what to expect with this, but WOW! I have really enjoyed using this. At first I wasn't really sure how much to use as it comes out quite slowly but I quickly learnt I didn't need too much. I've been using this on my face but my partner has also been using this on his back as he is quite prone to acne there. I looove the way this leaves my skin feeling, almost like it's been buffed and polished, but without the harsh feeling from an exfoliator. Products like this usually make my face feel "squeeky clean" if you get what this means? But this doesn't make my skin feel dry or "squeeky" at all. My skin is looking and feeling amazing at the moment, better than it has been in a long time! My partner even said to me the other night "I thought you took your makeup off?" and when I said that I had he said "wow your skin is looking so good", that made me feel so amazing!!

Overall I have really enjoyed this, a little goes a long way with this so I'd be happy to pay the extra money to get this product over supermarket products I have been using.

We were fortunate enough to be selected for this trial product. By we I mean my 13 year old son Macyn and me! So this is a review with a difference. Two different ages, and very different skin types trialing the same product! We both used this for 5 days in a row, once a day.

Appearance: Macyn – I liked the tube’s colour and design. It didn’t look too girly. It was easy to use too. The gel was clear and smelt like clean. When I put it on my face it foamed up and spread easily. It washed off without too much effort as well. Mum- I too liked the packaging and found it easy to dispense the product. The product itself was a clear gel with a slight fragrance that was pleasant. Application was simple, wet skin, apply the gel which turns into a rich foam and rinse off!

Results: Macyn – Day one I had a few small zits on my forehead and one bigger one on my cheek. When I used this wash I could feel a tingle but it didn’t hurt and when I rinsed it off my face felt clean and soft. Day 3 and all but the cheek pimple was gone and the one on my cheek was smaller than when we started and by day 5 that one was gone too. Mum said she could see that my whole face looked a lot healthier too. Mum – I have tried several La Roche-Posay products now and loved them all but this particular product would not be one that I would have ever picked up off the shelf as I have dry skin with very few breakouts. I was concerned that using a cleanser designed for such a different skin type would dry me out so even though I have trust in the quality of the brand I was skeptical that this one would work for me. I used this gel once a day and was quite surprised by it. Firstly even with no exfoliating beads and the gel like texture this product really leaves the skin feeling like you have just used a grainy scrub. Smooth, soft and clean are the adjectives that come to mind when describing how it felt after use. The even bigger surprise was the effect it had. I didn’t have any breakouts so wasn’t expecting it to clear anything up but I did have concerns about it drying my skin out which it didn’t. In fact it actually appeared to help with my dry patches and seemed to help my moisturiser absorb into my skin better too.

Conclusion: Macyn – I will keep using this product. It seems to be improving my skin and its not too hard to use Mum – I will buy this for my son again. The improvements in his skin are noticeable, the price point is reasonable and the brand is becoming easier to find in stores as well. I probably won’t continue long-term, consistent usage on my face as I have other fave products but certainly won’t be afraid to steal some if I am out of mine.

This gel cleanser is light and refreshing to use. It has a slight scent, but it doesn't smell overly fragranced, it just smells nice!

It doesn't lather much, which I love as I feel the more foam the more drying a wash. You really only need a small dollop of it, and considering that will wash your face, chest and back, its going to last ages!

I've found my skin has been less oily, and more consistent through the day. My breakouts have dramatically reduced, as have the spots on my back and chest.

My skin looks and feels smoother and more even than 2 weeks ago - I think this product is a real game changer for those of us with oily and acne prone skin!

This cleanser is so gentle, which is surprising for a purifying cleanser which usually lean to being quite drying. Not this though - my skin feels supple and hydrated after use before I've moisturised!

I love the faint peppermint-y smell, it's refreshing and invigorating, especially in the morning!

You only need a small amount, so the big tube will last ages, making the price really good!

This is a fantastic product for those with oily skin!

This cleanser went a long way, I also used it as a shaving gel every now and then and it worked really well. It left my skin feeling refreshed and healthy. It was gentle and quite moisturizing which is great! It was easy to use, the packaging was good it didn't leak and I could get every last drop out. I really enjoyed using this and will purchase again.

Packaged in a beautiful turquoise coloured 200ml squeeze tube, La Roche Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser is perfect for oily, blemish prone skin. The scientifically proven formula with LHA and Salicylic Acid micro-exfoliates and purifies the skin helping to eliminate dead skin cells, deeply unclogs pores and reduces excess sebum visibly reducing the appearance of blackheads and pimples, and leaves skin feeling soft and clean.

I was surprised to find that the gel was clear and free from any micro-exfoliating particles. For some reason, I was expecting a grainy exfoliator instead of an acid exfoliator. After saying that, the acid is much more gentle on the skin than exfoliating particles would be.

It says it's suitable for use on both the face and body, so I used it on my face and tested it out on my husband's back, where he's prone to get a breakout after surfing in a wetsuit. It worked wonders on his back, and my face cleared up so well. I had the best complexion I've ever had while using this product, and would definitely recommend this Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser to anyone who is struggling with acne, pimples or is prone to breakouts.

I’ve been using this cleanser for the last year. I initially tried the other gel cleanser in the range before switching to this one, and I prefer this one. A little goes a long way with the gel, so it’s great value for money. It foams up nicely and leaves my skin feeling slightly tingly fresh (not dry). My skin hasn’t fully cleared up, but I do see an improvement in my skin and the occasional breakout that does pop up clears much quicker than before. I will repurchase again when the tube runs out!