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product_id: 146395604
title: "Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, Retinoid Cream, Acne Medication Gel For Blackheads & Whiteheads, Oil Free, Helps Clear And Prevent Blemishes & Clogged Pores"
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# Up to 3 Months for Visible Results Oil-Free & Non-Comedogenic Formula 0.1% Adapalene Retinoid Power Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, Retinoid Cream, Acne Medication Gel For Blackheads & Whiteheads, Oil Free, Helps Clear And Prevent Blemishes & Clogged Pores

**Brand:** la roche-posay
**Price:** R1299
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, Retinoid Cream, Acne Medication Gel For Blackheads & Whiteheads, Oil Free, Helps Clear And Prevent Blemishes & Clogged Pores by la roche-posay
- **How much does it cost?** R1299 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- la roche-posay enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted la roche-posay brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Gentle Yet Effective Daily Use:** Non-greasy, fragrance-free formula absorbs quickly for once-daily application, perfect for sensitive and acne-prone skin.
- • **Prescription-Strength Retinoid:** Clinically proven 0.1% adapalene gel clears and prevents acne, blackheads, and clogged pores with dermatologist-grade efficacy.
- • **Dermatologist Trusted Worldwide:** Recommended by over 90,000 dermatologists, ensuring safety and effectiveness even on sensitive skin types.
- • **Long-Term Clear Skin Commitment:** Consistent use over 3 months visibly reduces blemishes and prevents new breakouts, delivering lasting confidence.
- • **Smart Skincare Routine Essential:** Pairs perfectly with gentle cleansers and SPF 30+ sunscreen to protect and enhance your skin’s transformation journey.

## Overview

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% is a dermatologist-developed, prescription-strength retinoid acne treatment designed to clear and prevent blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores. This oil-free, fragrance-free gel is fast-absorbing and suitable for daily use on acne-prone skin, delivering visible results in up to 3 months. Trusted globally by dermatologists, it’s your essential step for a clearer, healthier complexion.

## Description

Product Description La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel Acne Treatment is a prescription-strength retinoid acne treatment. This oil-free, fragrance-free 45g acne treatment contains adapalene, retinoids for face, a dermatologist recommended retinoid. Retinoids are recommended by dermatologists to help clear and prevent blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores, and acne blemishes. This non-greasy, gel-like texture is quickly absorbed into skin. Dermatologist developed and dermatologist tested. Suitable for adult acne and teen acne (12 and up). Acne skincare suitable for acne-prone and oily skin. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use. To open the product, remove the cap and insert the opposite side of the cap into the foil. Push down on the cap and twist until the foil is punctured. Oil-Free, Non Comedogenic, Fragrance-Free, Use once daily. Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying product. Effaclar Adapalene gel 0.1% is not a spot treatment and should not be used to treat a single pimple. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. For example, if your acne is on the face, apply the product to the entire face. Do not use more than one time a day. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results, but may worsen skin irritation. During the early weeks of use, your acne may appear to worsen before it improves (this is normal); continue use as directed, unless you get irritation that becomes severe. Irritation is more likely to occur in the first few weeks of use or if using more than one topical acne medication at a time but irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results. It may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see results. For further instructions, refer to the Drug Facts on the packaging Active Ingredient: Adapalene USP 0.1% (retinoid)* (Acne Treatment). Inactive Ingredients: carbomer homopolymer, edetate disodium, methylparaben, poloxamer 182, propylene glycol, purified water, and sodium hydroxide Product packaging may vary. 1 Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay offers unique daily skincare developed using a strict formulation charter and stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin.

Review: It works - First of all, people who rated this product low--- this product was doing exactly what it was supposed to do. People just don't bother to research how to exactly use it. If you've never used a retinoid (adapalene, tretinoin, retinol, retinal), you have to start slow. Like maybe 1-2x a week, then every other day, then maybe daily. Yes, your skin might purge and will get worse before it gets better. Doesn't mean that the product doesn't work because it's doing exactly what it's supposed to be doing. If your skin is getting really dry, take a break and moisturize. If you're going outside (even if you're only going to be driving), **wear sunscreen** (and no, your makeup that has SPF in it is not enough. You don't apply enough of it to actually get adequate sun protection. And use at least an SPF 30. ). If you're applying adapalene at night, then apply other actives (vitamin C, AHA/BHA's, etc) either during the day or take a night off from adapalene and apply. Otherwise applying both at the same time is just asking to ruin your skin barrier....making your skin raw, flaky, sensitive, etc. Adapalene is used for acne, but it's also a strong retinoid also used for anti aging (I use for anti aging the nights I take a break from tretinoin... and it's working beautifully). Another thing is this may take time to see results. But steady, consistent use will provide results. Just takes some patience. If you experience purging (retinization... happens to most when starting a retinoid), it's OK. It usually gets worse before it gets better. It happened to me with tretinoin (I got break outs when I usually don't experience any) and that's why I started this product because my skin takes to adapalene much better than tretinoin. Anyway, if you're on the fence about this, don't be. Just research the best way for you to use this. I just can't stand when people give a product a low rating for "not working" or "it broke me out", "it dried out my skin", "I used for a week and nothing happened", etc when it's doing **exactly** what it's supposed to. I really like the formulation of La Roche Posay's adapalene the best. My skin absorbs the gel way better than most adapalene creams and gels out there. And I've been using the 1.6oz tube for about 5-6 months. I use this a few times a week (4-5x) and just ordered a new tube. So it'll last you awhile. If you're experiencing a lot of irritation, try applying moisturizer first, then adapalene 15-30min later, then moisturizer again 10-15 min after that. Make sure you have a really good moisturizer (I love Elf Holy Hydration sleep mask only I don't wash it off, or CeraVe moisturizer), use a gentle cleanser (I use one from Cetaphil). And if you go outside at all, use a sunscreen (use the 2 finger rule for measuring how much you need...and SPF 30 at least. I have one from Apostrophe that wears beautifully under makeup. Others are Bondi Sands SPF 50, and I love the Sun Bum spray mist SPF 45 for reapplying over makeup. Works really, really well). And remember to be patient. It's one of the best adapalene gels I've ever tried.
Review: Quality of the product and the efficiency👍👍👍 - The best product for the people who have acne problems. My dermatologist recommended to my son and really helped him to healing from his acne , which reduced it I can telling by 60%. I strongly recommend it.

## Features

- This once daily acne treatment for face with adapalene gel 0.1% helps clear and prevent blackheads, whiteheads, acne blemishes and clogged pores. Dermatologist developed and tested
- The first prescription-strength topical retinoid for acne available without a prescription Adapalene gel 0.1% helps prevent new acne from forming and helps clear blackheads, whiteheads, acne blemishes & clogged pores
- Adapalene Gel 0.1% (Topical Retinoid): A topical retinoid medication used in Effaclar Adapalene for the treatment of acne. This pimple cream works by regulating skin cell turnover to help remove and prevent dead skin from clogging pores
- To open the product, remove the cap and insert the opposite side of the cap into the foil. Push down on the cap and twist until the foil is punctured. After using a gentle cleanser, apply a pea sized amount all over the face once daily in the evening

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07SQFQFXX |
| Active Ingredients | ADAPALENE 0.1% |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,253 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #166 in Facial Treatments & Masks |
| Brand | La Roche-Posay |
| Brand Name | La Roche-Posay |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 7,700 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03606000527553 |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Item Volume | 1.6 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | La Roche Posay |
| Material Features | Dermatologist Tested |
| Product Benefits | This once daily 45g topical retinoid helps clear & prevent blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores & acne blemishes. Product Benefits This once daily 45g topical retinoid helps clear & prevent blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores & acne blemishes. See more |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Skin Type | Acne prone |
| Special Ingredients | ADAPALENE 0.1% |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
| Unit Count | 1.6 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** La Roche-Posay
- **Item Form:** Gel
- **Scent:** Unscented
- **Skin Type:** Acne prone

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I use it for anti aging purposes?**
A: Hi there! The Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment helps clear & prevent blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores & acne blemishes so it will not correct anti aging. We suggest the Redermic R Retinol Cream, a cream that visibly reduces wrinkles with virtually no irritation. We hope this helps!

**Q: Does it work for anti-aging?**
A: Hi there! Our Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment helps clear and prevent blackheads, whiteheads, acne blemishes and clogged pores. However, we offer a variety of products that you might enjoy using instead for anti-aging such as our Redermic R Retinol Cream. This anti-aging pure retinol face cream helps visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles & age spots. We hope you give it a try for yourself!

**Q: what is the best face wash to use with this product?**
A: Hello there! Thank you for your interest in La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment. For best application, we advise to apply all over the face, not as a spot treatment. Dermatologists often recommend using at night with a moisturizer. We would like to recommend checking out La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser for Oily Skin. This is a foaming face wash cleanser that gently cleanses oily skin without over drying. We hope this information is helpful and we wish you great success with our products!

**Q: Can i use it with the effaclar matte moisturizer?**
A: Hi there - Thank you for reaching out about La Roche-Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment. We recommend to apply all over the face, not as a spot treatment. Dermatologists often recommend using at night with a moisturizer. We hope this is helpful!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works
*by K***N on June 14, 2023*

First of all, people who rated this product low--- this product was doing exactly what it was supposed to do. People just don't bother to research how to exactly use it. If you've never used a retinoid (adapalene, tretinoin, retinol, retinal), you have to start slow. Like maybe 1-2x a week, then every other day, then maybe daily. Yes, your skin might purge and will get worse before it gets better. Doesn't mean that the product doesn't work because it's doing exactly what it's supposed to be doing. If your skin is getting really dry, take a break and moisturize. If you're going outside (even if you're only going to be driving), **wear sunscreen** (and no, your makeup that has SPF in it is not enough. You don't apply enough of it to actually get adequate sun protection. And use at least an SPF 30. ). If you're applying adapalene at night, then apply other actives (vitamin C, AHA/BHA's, etc) either during the day or take a night off from adapalene and apply. Otherwise applying both at the same time is just asking to ruin your skin barrier....making your skin raw, flaky, sensitive, etc. Adapalene is used for acne, but it's also a strong retinoid also used for anti aging (I use for anti aging the nights I take a break from tretinoin... and it's working beautifully). Another thing is this may take time to see results. But steady, consistent use will provide results. Just takes some patience. If you experience purging (retinization... happens to most when starting a retinoid), it's OK. It usually gets worse before it gets better. It happened to me with tretinoin (I got break outs when I usually don't experience any) and that's why I started this product because my skin takes to adapalene much better than tretinoin. Anyway, if you're on the fence about this, don't be. Just research the best way for you to use this. I just can't stand when people give a product a low rating for "not working" or "it broke me out", "it dried out my skin", "I used for a week and nothing happened", etc when it's doing **exactly** what it's supposed to. I really like the formulation of La Roche Posay's adapalene the best. My skin absorbs the gel way better than most adapalene creams and gels out there. And I've been using the 1.6oz tube for about 5-6 months. I use this a few times a week (4-5x) and just ordered a new tube. So it'll last you awhile. If you're experiencing a lot of irritation, try applying moisturizer first, then adapalene 15-30min later, then moisturizer again 10-15 min after that. Make sure you have a really good moisturizer (I love Elf Holy Hydration sleep mask only I don't wash it off, or CeraVe moisturizer), use a gentle cleanser (I use one from Cetaphil). And if you go outside at all, use a sunscreen (use the 2 finger rule for measuring how much you need...and SPF 30 at least. I have one from Apostrophe that wears beautifully under makeup. Others are Bondi Sands SPF 50, and I love the Sun Bum spray mist SPF 45 for reapplying over makeup. Works really, really well). And remember to be patient. It's one of the best adapalene gels I've ever tried.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality of the product and the efficiency👍👍👍
*by A***R on January 31, 2026*

The best product for the people who have acne problems. My dermatologist recommended to my son and really helped him to healing from his acne , which reduced it I can telling by 60%. I strongly recommend it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lightweight and Actually Works
*by G***I on December 17, 2025*

I’ve been using this adapalene gel for a few weeks and it’s been great for my acne. It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly, and didn’t irritate my sensitive skin too much. I had a little dryness at first, but that went away with a good moisturizer. My breakouts are less frequent and my skin looks smoother. Definitely a solid product and worth trying.

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