10 La Roche-Posay Products Dermatologists Love

Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser ($23)

“This oil-absorbing cleanser removes excess sebum, debris and makeup in a gentle and efficient manner without damaging your skin’s barrier,” says Miami dermatologist Anna Chacon, MD. “It is made with zinc, which helps it absorb oil and kill acne-causing bacteria to speed up the healing of existing breakouts and stop the development of new ones.”

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Lipikar Balm AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream ($20)

“With shea butter, glycerin, niacinamide, aqua posae filiformis and thermal water, this cream helps repair and maintain a healthy skin barrier, which provides an optimum microbiome,” says New York dermatologist Heidi Waldorf, MD.

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10% Pure Vitamin C Serum ($45)

While it’s a 10/10 for fading discoloration and brightening complexions, vitamin C has a reputation for causing irritation to sensitive skin types. La Roche-Posay’s 10% Pure Vitamin C serum is different, says Davie, FL dermatologist Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD. “One element that can reduce some irritation in problematic skin types is to offset vitamin C irritation by adding hydrating ingredients to product the formulation, such as humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, which this serum contains. It is one of my favorites to recommend to patients.”

Fort Lauderdale, FL dermatologist Dr. Matthew Elias agrees. “La Roche-Posay includes multiple types of humectants like hyaluronic acid, which is hydrating to the skin and helps alleviate sensitivities.”

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Anthelios Ultra Light Fluid Facial Sunscreen SPF 60 ($33)

“This lightweight sunscreen is easy to apply and fast-absorbing, making it a great option for daily use,” says New York dermatologist Marisa Garshick, MD. “It also contains Cell-Ox Shield Technology and antioxidants, making it especially good for anti-aging. It is broad-spectrum and can be used by all skin types.”

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Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 ($38)

“I love how hydrating yet non-greasy this feels,” gushes La Jolla, CA dermatologist Azadeh Shirazi, MD. “It’s also water-resistant and formulated with antioxidants to protect against free-radical damage from UV rays. It doesn’t sting my eyes either!”

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Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer ($23)

“As a dermatologist who also struggles with sensitive eczema skin, I’m constantly on the look out for moisturizers that provide good hydration and must be fragrance-free,” says Flushing, NY dermatologist Dr. Winifred Chu. “One of my favorites for the face is La Roche-Posay Double Repair. It contains ceramide-3, niacinamide and prebiotic thermal water, which has a unique prebiotic action on the skin microbiome, helping to replenish moisture up to 48 hours, as well as restoring skin’s natural barrier. It’s also oil-free and noncomedogenic, so it’s a great product for my acne-prone patients, as it doesn’t clog the pores and will not cause breakouts.”

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Redermic R Retinol Cream ($55)

“This pure retinol, anti-aging cream has advanced smoothing benefits because of the addition of lipohydroxy acid—a derivative of salicylic acid—so skin texture is tackled, and it also contains additional softness and smoothing properties,” says Beverly Hills, CA dermatologist Ava Shamban, MD.

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Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser ($17)

“I love this cleanser because it’s so gentle, but cleans the skin effectively,” says Warwick, RI dermatologist Caroline Chang, MD. “It’s a milky, non-foaming cleanser that can easily be wiped off instead of rinsed off without leaving any residue. Great for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin.”

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Micellar Water Ultra ($18)

“This is a great fragrance-free no-rinse cleanser for sensitive skin that also removes makeup,” notes Miami dermatologist Debra Price, MD.

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Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($40)

“La Roche-Posay has several innovative hyaluronic acid products with a great price point,” says Monroe, LA dermatologist Janine Hopkins, MD. Case in point: this lightweight, effective formula you can find at the drugstore.

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