EFFACLAR MEDICATED ACNE FACE WASH
A gel cleanser with 2% salicylic acid for oily, acne-prone skin, with lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA) and glycerin to offset dryness.
Use as the first step of your routine, morning and evening. Wet the face with lukewarm water, use a dime-sized amount and massage for about 30 to 60 seconds, focusing on oily areas like the T-zone. Rinse well and pat dry.
- 2% salicylic acid, the top over-the-counter strength for clogged pores
- Glycerin and LHA included to soften dryness from the acid
- Brand-tested to cut surface oil by up to 47% (its own study)
- A wash is rinsed off quickly, so contact time with the acid is short
- Can add to irritation when used with retinoids or exfoliating acids; the brand advises avoiding over-cleansing
- Tested on the face only, not the body
Pros, cons and how-to-use notes are Derminology's own opinion and suggestions, based on ingredients we've matched to published clinical evidence and on the brand's directions. They are general information, not medical advice. Always follow the label, patch test new products, and ask a doctor or dermatologist if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use prescription treatments.
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