A 101 GUIDE TO LA ROCHE POSAY
The iconic French La Roche Posay skin care brand is famed for its innovative and efficient skin products alongside a backstory that spans centuries. Developed with expert dermatologists, La Roche Posay aims to create life-changing skin care that focuses on real skin issues with scientifically-backed solutions.
Known for products like its Effaclar Duo Moisturiser and award-winning SPF innovations, La Roche Posay is clear about its scientific focus – but that’s only part of this iconic brand’s history. The story began in the 14th century when thermal spring water was discovered in the French town of La Roche Posay. Legend has it that a nobleman was able to cure his horse of severe eczema from a single bath in the thermal springs. Fast-forward to 1975 and the La Roche Posay brand was born, focused on developing effective and efficient yet simple skin care products with this natural source of water at the heart of each formula.
Today, each La Roche Posay product is developed with dermatologists to ensure the best and most effective ingredients are used in every formula. With products for all skin types and skin issues, you’ll find simple skin care with a scientific twist, designed to combat the real issues that we face when it comes to our skin.
Looking to add some French skin care to your routine? Shop the full La Roche Posay range at Cult Beauty. Here, you’ll find our Cult Concierge’s recommendations on the best and most effective products based on skin type.
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY CLEANSERS
La Roche Posay Effaclar Cleansing Gel
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RRP: £24.00Current price: £18.00
A simple*clarifying foaming gel cleanser that quickly and efficiently strips make up and dirt while being kind to your skin, the La Roche Posay Effaclar Cleansing Gel is perfect for all* oily and breakout-prone skin types no matter how sensitive. From one of the brand’s most iconic ranges, this cleanser will quickly become a must in your bathroom.
La Roche Posay Toleriane Dermo Cleanser
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RRP: £23.00Current price: £17.25
Looking for the ultimate kind-to-skin cleanser? As part of the super-sensitive Toleriane range, the Dermo Cleanser is a luxurious wipe-off milk cleanser that takes off the day without disrupting the delicate balance of even the most sensitive of skin. Formulated with the brand’s famous thermal spring water, cleanse with a touch of French nature every day.
La Roche Posay Cicaplast B5 Anti-Bacterial Cleansing Wash
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RRP: £16.00Current price: £12.00
The perfect choice for sensitive, irritated or even broken skin, discover the unmistakable soothing cleanse of the La Roche Posay Cicaplast B5 Anti-Bacterial Cleansing Wash. Working to preserve the skin’s bacterial balance while delicately cleansing and soothing, this cleanser is about as gentle as it gets when it comes to washing your face each day.
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY TONERS
La Roche Posay Effaclar Clarifying Lotion
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RRP: £16.00Current price: £12.00
Combating sensitive, oily and even blemish-prone skin, this specifically-formulated toner is the best way to follow up your daily cleansing routine. Removing any excess oil or dirt and unblocking pores, once you’ve tried a sweep of this clarifying toner, you’ll wonder how you’ve survived so long without it!
La Roche Posay Serozinc
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RRP: £11.50Current price: £8.63
Changing the game when it comes to using toner, discover this innovative facial mist toner, giving you everything you need from your toning routine in one swift spritz. Featuring zinc sulphate that targets oily and blemish-prone skin, simply mist over your cleansed face and allow the formula to get to work.
La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water
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RRP: £9.50Current price: £7.13
So gentle that it’s suitable for babies, why not try a touch of the ingredient that began the La Roche Posay skin care brand? Thermal spring water. This fine spray mists over cleansed skin to soothe and refresh, enriched with antioxidant-rich thermal water. The perfect alternative to a toner and can be used to refresh the skin, even over make up.
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY MOISTURISERS
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (+) Moisturiser
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RRP: £20.90Current price: £15.68
A firm favourite from La Roche Posay, if you’ve yet to try the Effaclar Duo (+) Moisturiser, consider this your calling. Formulated specifically for oily and blemish-prone skin, this gentle but effective moisturiser is packed with niacinamide, salicylic acid and glycerin to unclog pores, control shine, reduce blemishes and keep skin hydrated. The moisturiser that really does it all.
La Roche Posay Toleriane Sensitive Rich Moisturiser
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RRP: £21.00Current price: £15.75
If you’re on the hunt for a gentle but hydrating moisturiser that promises not to mess with your skin’s delicate balance, opt for the La Roche Posay Toleriane range and specifically, this silky smooth and rich moisturiser. Made for lightweight daily wear, it soothes and hydrates sensitive skin, protecting its natural protective barrier.
La Roche Posay Nutritic Intense Rich
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RRP: £22.50Current price: £16.88
If you’re dealing with sensitive, irritated and tight-feeling skin, indulge in this intensely glorious moisturising treat. Soothing and rich, the creamy texture melts into dry skin, instantly getting to work on reducing tightness and replenishing the skin’s natural barrier.
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY EYE CREAMS
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RRP: £19.00Current price: £14.25
Need a little extra help in the mornings? Why not try the Hydraphase Intense Eyes eye cream from La Roche Posay? Formulated to hydrate a dry under eye, reduce puffiness and boost brightness, it’s made with hyaluronic acid and infused with caffeine to give you a quick burst of freshness as part of your morning routine.
{La Roche Posay Redermic Retinol Eye Cream}
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RRP: £31.00Current price: £23.25
Revive and replenish your under-eye skin with a sweep of La Roche Posay’s retinol-infused eye treatment. Visibly brightening darker under-eyes and working to reduce fine lines and wrinkles at the same time, this is the only eye cream you need on your shopping list this year.
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY SERUMS
La Roche Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum
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RRP: £45.00Current price: £33.75
We all know vitamin C is good for us, so why not try adding it to your daily skin care routine? The pure vitamin C in this targeted serum helps to transform dull skin, serving up a radiant glow that oozes hydration and health.
La Roche Posay Effaclar Serum
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RRP: £40.00Current price: £30.00
Been searching for a serum that targets oily and blemish-prone skin? You’ve just found it. The La Roche Posay Effaclar Serum is gentle but effectively clarifying, strengthening your skin’s natural barrier and locking in that much-needed moisture.
WHICH LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS SHOULD I USE?
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS FOR BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN
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RRP: £20.90Current price: £15.68
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RRP: £23.00Current price: £17.25
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RRP: £40.00Current price: £30.00
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
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RRP: £23.00Current price: £17.25
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RRP: £11.90Current price: £8.93
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RRP: £34.00Current price: £25.50
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS FOR DRY SKIN
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RRP: £16.00Current price: £12.00
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RRP: £22.50Current price: £16.88
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RRP: £11.90Current price: £8.93
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS FOR AGE-DEFYING
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RRP: £45.00Current price: £33.75
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RRP: £31.00Current price: £23.25
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RRP: £40.00Current price: £30.00
BEST LA ROCHE POSAY PRODUCTS FOR SPF
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RRP: £18.00Current price: £13.50
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RRP: £17.90Current price: £13.43
Want to learn more about how to use your La Roche Posay products as part of your skin care routine? Consult with our Cult Concierge!
HOW TO USE LA ROCHE POSAY
The first step in finding the right products for you is to identify your skin type. Then you can explore the La Roche Posay range and find your perfect match. - Once you’ve found the right products for your skin type, it’s all about creating the right skin care routine to make the best of them. When introducing new products to your routine, it’s always best to start slowly and try them out one at a time to ensure your skin loves them as much as you do! Always remember to do a patch test, especially if you’ve chosen products with active ingredients, such as retinol.
Start your routine with your cleanser, cleaning your skin of make up and dirt residue that be left on the surface of the skin and in the pores after a long day. Cleanse twice a day. Some dermatologists recommend a double cleanse at night before adding your skin care. - Next, move on to your moisturisers and serums, gently layering them onto the skin using your fingertips. Concentrate on massaging the product into the skin using upwards and outwards motions. And don’t forget your neck.
IS LA ROCHE POSAY CRUELTY FREE?
Currently, La Roche Posay isn’t an official cruelty-free or vegan brand. The brand is owned by L’Oreal and sells its products in China, where animal-testing is still carried out. So it can’t be considered 100% cruelty-free yet.
IS LA ROCHE POSAY GOOD FOR ACNE?
There are plenty of La Roche Posay skin care products formulated to help with blemish-prone and oily skin, so you won’t struggle to find your perfect match. The brand’s Effaclar range is your first point of call. Here, you’ll find cleansers, moisturisers and serums developed to purify and balance your skin’s natural oils, helping to achieve clearer, healthier skin.
IS LA ROCHE POSAY MINERAL SUNSCREEN?
Yes, La Roche Posay has a wide range of SPF options that are all formulated with 100% mineral filters.* No they use high performing and safe chemical filters that are dermatologically tested on sensitive skin. Explore the Anthelios SPF range at Cult Beauty to find out why this collection of sunscreen has won 7 beauty awards so far!
CAN I USE LA ROCHE POSAY WHEN PREGNANT?
There are many products in the La Roche Posay range that are perfectly safe for use when pregnant – there are also lots of products that are safe for baby once they come along! From the wide Toleriane range to the many products in the Effaclar collection, you’ll have plenty to choose from. And if you’re not sure, feel free to reach out to the Cult Concierge team to double check. We’d also recommend checking with your doctor if you’re planning to try out a new skin care routine during your pregnancy.
