La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Oil-Free Mattifying Moisturizer

**************************PRO TIP**************************** I took the advice of another reviewer and cut off the bottom of the tube to see if I could get any more out, and sure enough, there was a treasure trove of extra moisturizer at the top near the opening that will last you another week at the minimum. When you reach the end of your bottle, definitely cut it open, because this stuff is expensive. I was able to carefully wrap the tube up and store it in a plastic baggie with all the air squeezed out. In total, this tiny bottle lasted from the beginning of August until mid-October for me. ******************************************************** Review: Previously, I've never in my 23 years of life ever been able to have clear skin (other than before puberty). I've always had acne. I always took great care of my face (washed twice a day, avoided touching it), but nothing ever worked. All of the other things on the market (even the supposed #1 dermatologist recommended) never did anything for me; none of the dermatological-prescribed creams, pills, or face washes could ever touch me. I have combination skin: oily/greasy city in some places, and dry as the Sahara in others. If you have it too, you have my sincere condolences, because I think that up to this point in my review, we have had the same experience. Until this brand. Unlike other moisturizers, it's not heavy. It doesn't feel like it's cake. It's light and my skin breathes. It moisturizes the dry spots and doesn't irritate or inflame the acne-prone oily spots. I live in Texas - AKA sweaty city - and I swear, this stuff still doesn't feel like it's heavy on my face, even when it's 105 out. I've never moisturized before because of my acne and my stupid combination skin, but after buying this, I can see that it's possible. You get what you pay for with this stuff. Now, price-wise, it is a little much. And the bottle is laughably small. But like other reviewers mentioned, a little bit really goes a long way. I do a tiny pea-sized dab for each cheek (which you can push to cover your nose and chin/upper lip) and another for my forehead and that's worked well for me. It spreads very, very easily. The smell doesn't bother me; other reviews mentioned a chemical smell, but I wouldn't really put it like that. It just smells like cream. I wish I'd had this stuff at 14. Maybe my life would've been different. Do yourself a favor and buy this. You will not be sorry. **edit** I wanted to come and edit this review to specifically mention the importance of using this moisturizer in combination with the face wash. The face wash I bought along with this is La Rochay Effaclar Purifying Gel. I am always so instinctively skeptical and wary about using anything that claims to "moisturize" my face, so after about 2 months I stopped applying this moisturizer after every wash and started only doing it a few times a week - bad, bad, BAD idea. My face in turn began producing oils to compensate for the drying effects of my face wash. After all, the face wash is more on the acidic side. After trial and error, I'm here to tell you that yes, you need to use this stuff every time you wash your face. It doesn't make me break out whatsoever unless I skip one of these two products. Do not skip this important step! Face wash alone is not enough to keep your face clear (if you have combo skin like me).

I've been using La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Daily Moisturizer for quite some time now, and it has become my holy grail product for oily skin. This moisturizer has truly transformed the look and feel of my skin in the best possible way. One of the standout features of this moisturizer is its ability to visibly reduce the look of pores. With consistent use, I've noticed a significant improvement in the appearance of my pores, making my skin look smoother and more refined. The oil-free formula is a game-changer for oily skin types like mine. It mattifies the skin without feeling heavy or greasy, providing the perfect balance of hydration and mattifying properties. I also appreciate that this moisturizer smooths skin texture, leaving my complexion looking more even and radiant. The non-comedogenic formula is gentle and doesn't clog pores, which is crucial for preventing breakouts. As someone with sensitive skin, I'm pleased that this moisturizer is dermatologist tested and hasn't caused any irritation or sensitivity issues. Overall, I highly recommend La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Daily Moisturizer to anyone with oily or combination skin looking for a lightweight, mattifying, and pore-reducing moisturizer. It's a must-have in my skincare routine and has delivered exceptional results. ---

Even in middle-age, my skin is still as oily as a teenager's. While that may be great for keeping the wrinkles at bay, no one likes the shiny-faced look and the problems that go with it in putting on makeup. After using a few other La Roche-Posay facial products, I gave this one a try and it's fabulous! It looks a little "frosted" coming out of the tube...a little matte...not shiny like other moisturizers. It goes on smoothly, is lightweight, and give a matte finish to your face IMMEDIATELY. Does a good job of making your skin feel soft and smooth with no shine involved. If you wanted to go out without makeup, you could very easily, and now I often do. I simply couldn't do that before. I always felt that I had to put on some powder to take away the shine from a moisturizer...but now there IS no shine to have to cover up. Amazing. When I do apply makeup, there's no residue or oil that gets added to the mix. Foundations go on beautifully without reacting with greasy moisturizer. And like the other products in this line, it has been wonderful on my very sensitive and allergic skin...no breakouts and overall redness seems to be reduced. I just love this stuff. One day, my teen daughter asked to use some. She loves it and is now lobbying for her own supply. I wish this had been around when I was a teen! Highly recommend. Pricey, but a little goes a long way, and you may save on all the makeup. :)

I have to admit that this a one of the best moisturizer I have used for my skin care kit I’ve been trying to develop. It is easy to apply as it is thin and it does not make your face feel heavy and oily, rather, it makes your face feel real smooth, not oily at all, and just felt great at its very light weight. The only problem I have is the size. I underestimated how small the product is. I find the product to be expensive only to receive a small amount. I would definitely buy it again if they could increase the size but kept the price the same. Overall, it is a great product that works great but disappointed in the size for the amount of money I spent for this.

I LOVE this moisturizer! I'm surprised I haven't reviewed it before! I've been using this product for years now and I'll never stop as long as they make it! This moisturizer is great for combination or oily skin. I use it every day after showering and washing my face. I have bad combination skin. My skin is extremely irritable. I break out and get rashes from almost everything, but not this! I have persistent adult acne and rashes. My skin also gets very dry and cracked, especially in the winter. Before using this product I'd get painful and embarrassing cracking and redness around my nose and mouth every winter and I haven't had it since! My skin can get painfully dry on top of having acne. If you frequently have to wash your face, or any skin, because of acne or irritation that can dry out your skin and your body can try to overcompensate for that dryness and produce more oil than needed, microscopic cracks can form in the skin and get irritated by this oil or dirt and clog pores and guess what? You're back where you started. This ends the cycle of combination skin! My face looks and feels smoother after every use! It visibly reduces pores and redness without making skin only. It's soothing and very effective. I'd recommend this product for everyone, not just those with sensitive or problem skin. It feels light on the skin and leaves you feeling fresh and perfectly moisturized all day. The matte finish won't over dry skin but also prevents break outs, and feels like you have nothing on, not oily at all! Its so unnoticeable I honestly don't realize how effective it is until I run out again and my skin starts feeling dry and breaking out.