Skincare and Dermatology: La Roche-Posay Review

Introduction

• Hosts: Dr. Shah and Dr. Maxfield
• Focus: Reviewing the best and worst products from the skincare brand La Roche-Posay
• Relationship with the brand: Love-hate due to constant name changes and product variations between regions

Overview of La Roche-Posay

• Fastest-growing skincare brand in the U.S.
• Known for viral skincare products
• Favorite and least favorite products will be discussed

Moisturizers

Lipicar AP Plus M (Triple Moisturizing Cream)

• One of the top 3 moisturizers
• Known for balancing hydration without greasiness
• Ingredients include ceramides, shea butter, and glycerin
• Recommended for dry skin, not suitable for oily skin, especially on the face

Secaplast Balm

• Adds dimethicone for healing properties
• Recommended for sensitive, irritated skin barrier

Mattifying Moisturizer

• Best for oily skin
• Provides nourishment, protection, and hydration without oiliness

Cleansers

Tolarian Purifying Foaming Cleanser

• Comes in a large clear blue bottle
• Cleans without over-drying
• Highly recommended

Cleansing Oil

• Recently favored by Dr. Maxfield
• Balances hydration without leaving a greasy feeling
• Contains niacinamide and surfactants

Sunscreens

Anthelios Line

• Popular both abroad and in the U.S.
• Melted Milk 60: Good for body and face, large size, blends well
• UV Mew 400 Line: Tinted and untinted forms, unavailable in the U.S.

Active Ingredients

Glycolic Acid

• Budget-friendly, fragrance-free with complementing ingredients
• Contains alcohol which may cause stinging

Epochlar Duo

• Contains benzoyl peroxide and lipohydroxy acid
• Effective for acne spot treatment

Serums

• Critique: High concentration of alcohol and fragrance in many serums
• Preference against due to skin sensation and packaging
• Retinol, Vitamin C, and AHA serums have similar critiques

Treatments

Adapalene Gel

• Over-the-counter acne treatment
• Effective for open and closed comedones
• Prescription strength adapalene (0.3%) is more effective

Conclusion

• La Roche-Posay offers many excellent products, particularly moisturizers
• Some personal misses in their serums and sunscreen categories
• Overall, considered a top skincare line by Dr. Shah and Dr. Maxfield

Final Thoughts

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• Expressed strong personal preference for La Roche-Posay products