La Roche-Posay
Effaclar Mat Mattifying Face Moisturizer for Oily SkinA face moisturizer built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.
A face moisturizer built around Vitamin C and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 39.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 22.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
They come out differently on EU-allergen-free, Alcohol-free, Silicone-free, Pore-clogger-free and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.
Key Ingredients
Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Benefits
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Isocetyl Stearate, Isohexadecane
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Isocetyl Stearate, Isohexadecane, Salicylic Acid
Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Squalane
Barrier Repair13
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Octyldodecanol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Squalane, Tribehenin, Zea Mays Starch
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cocamide MEA, Glyceryl Stearate, Isocetyl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 80
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Tribehenin
May Worsen Irritation3
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
May Worsen Eczema3
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Ingredients Side-by-side
Emollient
4 / —
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Film Forming
Emollient
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Light Stabilizer
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
Learn more about Silica →
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