La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel 400ml – Face Wash for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel is a soap-free face wash that deeply cleanses oily, acne-prone skin without stripping it. Formulated with zinc pidolate and La Roche-Posay thermal spring water, it removes excess sebum and impurities while respecting sensitive skin — the first step of the Effaclar routine.

Key benefits

• Removes excess oil, dirt and impurities for a clean, fresh feel
• Zinc pidolate helps purify and control shine
• Soap-free, alcohol-free, paraben-free and pH-balanced
• Formulated for sensitive, blemish-prone skin
• Large 400 ml pump bottle

Who it's for

Oily, combination and acne-prone skin, including sensitive skin. For dry or normal skin, choose Toleriane Foaming Cleanser instead.

Key ingredients

Zinc Pidolate, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water. Soap-free, alcohol-free.

How to use

Lather onto wet skin morning and evening, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with Effaclar Duo+ in the morning (with SPF) and a treatment at night.

Size

400 ml pump bottle

Delivery & returns in Oman

• Delivered in 1–3 working days to every governorate in Oman
• Cash on Delivery available — pay when your order arrives
• Free delivery on orders of 10 OMR or more (2 OMR delivery fee under 10 OMR)
• Damaged or wrong item? Message us on WhatsApp within 48 hours for a replacement or full refund
• 100% authentic La Roche-Posay, sourced from authorised distributors

Frequently asked questions

Effaclar Gel vs Effaclar Micro-Peeling Gel?
The Purifying Gel is a daily cleanser with no acids; the Micro-Peeling Gel adds salicylic acid and LHA for exfoliation.

Does it dry the skin?
No. It is soap-free and formulated for sensitive skin, but always follow with a moisturiser.

Is it good for teenagers?
Yes. It is a common first cleanser for teenage acne-prone skin.