Background

La Roche-Posay treatments are known for their fundamental principles which are – high standards and dermatological safety. We, at Acne in review sent our team to examine the brand. The formulation procedure of the treatments by La Roche-Posay is an essential factor in maintaining its quality and safety. It conforms to the Formulation Charter, established by La Roche-Posay Pharmaceutical Laboratory.

Specifically, La Roche-Posay is known for…

• Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic skin care products
• Effective and highly concentrated dermatological ingredients
• Soothing anti-oxidant thermal spring water
• Ingredients free of any side effects
• Ingredients limited to only what is strictly necessary
• Tests done on the most sensitive skins
• Tight packaging under sterilized conditions

Ingredients

La Roche-Posay products are known for containing thermal spring water combined with a minimum but optimum concentration of selective ingredients. The formulation is developed such that the concentration of ingredients is gentle on the skin, and is very effective. The ingredients used in the products are clinically tested and approved by dermatologists. The active ingredients include:

The thermal spring water used in the La Roche-Posay products is rich in Selenium. Selenium is a powerful anti-oxidant that protects the cells from oxidative stress and plays an essential role in cellular preservation. This substance is used to treat several types of skin problems.

Our acne treatment team found that the acne fighting products by the company includes Salicylic acid and zinc as their main ingredients. These ingredients regulate the oil production from the sebaceous glands and thus help in clearing off the acne.

Website

The website of La Roche-Posay has a very simple and professional look. There are well labeled tabs which take you to different pages that provide information on products, ingredients, company, etc. Our team was happy to find detailed information on products and ingredients in the ‘Product Guide Page’. Each product includes detail information like: Recommendations, Product features, Key Ingredients, Directions to use, Benefits, etc.

Visitors can choose products either by their skin type, by category, or depending on their skin problems. Our team was impressed to find the website loaded with information on oily and acne prone skin, aging skin, dry skin, their problems and cure. The website also contains features like ‘Physician locator’ and ‘Store locator’.

The website also contains a ‘Clinical Resource Center’ tab which includes several features like Clinical Studies (requires log in), Upcoming Events and Education, Product News, and Recently Published Articles.

Lifestyle

The website has a ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ sections which includes the common queries asked about the company and their products. La Roche-Posay products have received a lot of buzz. They have been featured in several health and beauty magazines such as: “Glamour”, “Prevention”, “Seventeen”, “Allure”, “Harper’s Bazaar”, “People Style Watch”, “Life & Style”, “In Style”, “Elle”, “Oprah”, and “Vanity Fair”, to name a few.

Pros

Those who wish to get acne treatment or other skin care products by La Roche-Posay can get a full skin analysis through the website before purchasing the products. This helps the buyer to know whether or not the product will suit his/ her skin.

Each of the products has recommendations by dermatologists which again is a great advantage. It further helps the buyers in fully understanding the product that they buy. If you are not happy with the product then you can return it within 30 days and get a refund.

Cons

Our review team did not find any samples or special offers in the website. We felt that if the company gave out samples for use before buying the actual product then it could be useful.

Tricks

Sign up to get a La Roche-Posay membership and keep a track of your order and all other past transaction records with the company.