La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Anti-Blemish Gel Cleanser is a fresh, foaming, gel facial wash specially formulated for oily, blemish-prone skin. Also suitable for those prone to acne, and it is also suitable for sensitive skin.Now with new Phylobioma active ingredient, inspired by Microbiome Science, this cleanser helps to balance the skin pH and target the overproduction of sebum, helping to prevent breakouts and spots.What does La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Cleansing Gel do?The La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Cleansing Gel gently cleanses the skin, thanks to its high tolerance foaming power. It helps to target blackheads and blemishes, by lifting away dirt, grime and excess sebum from the surface of the skin. This cleanser ensures that it does not disrupt the delicate balance and leaves the skin feeling clean and refreshed. It can also be used as a body wash, and gently purifies the skin without a drying effect.What is the science behind the La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Cleansing Gel?New scientific discovery: in the skin’s microbiome, blemish-causing bacteria is composed of several biological types called phylotypes. Research found that a lack of diversity among phylotypes and a predominance of phylotype IA1 is associated with blemish proliferation and severity. The pH of blemish-prone skin is also higher vs. normal skin.Innovation : New Phylobioma active ingredient, inspired by microbiome science with proven efficacy on blemish-prone skin, helps target phylotype IA1 to help reduce blemishes and sebum over-production at source. Clinically tested on all skin tones : phototypes from 1 to VI. Effaclar Foaming gel purifies the skin while maintaining skin's pH balance.Key Benefits:Helps purify the skin, reduce excess oil and gently dissolve dead skin cells.Lifts firt, grime and sebum away from the skin surface.Purifies without disrupting the delicate balance of the skin or over-drying the skin.Contains key ingredients including Zinc PCA.Enriched with restorative La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water.Recommended by dermatologists.Active Ingredients:Enriched with La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water and Zinc PCA.How to use:Use every morning and/or evening.Lather cleanser in the hand with warm water. Massage gently onto face, avoiding eye area. Rinse thoroughly. Pat dry.Follow with the Effaclar Duo+M gel moisturiser.Specifically formulated for oily-combination skin, adults and teenagers. Even severe cases and all skin tones. Suitable for use from 10 years old+. Also suitable for those who may be prone to acne. This is a cosmetic product. For medical conditions seek advice from your GP.DERMATOLOGICALLY TESTED:This gentle moisturiser has been through testing under dermatological control. It is non-comedogenic and is also suitable for use for those who may be prone to acne.