La Roche-Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome

La Roche-Posay Effaclar H Iso-Biome

This is a skincare product from a brand called La Roche-Posay. It’s part of their Effaclar line, which is usually for people with acne-prone skin. This specific product is called “Effaclar H Iso-Biome.”

What it says on the box:

• It’s for skin that tends to have acne and has been made fragile by acne treatments.
• It’s a soothing repairing moisturizer that helps with marks left by acne and provides long-lasting hydration.
• It mentions “Microbiome Science,” which suggests it works by helping the balance of good bacteria on your skin.
• It says it has been tested on oily skin that has been dried out by acne treatments.
• It also says it helps to soothe and hydrate the skin.

What it probably does:

Acne treatments can often make the skin dry and sensitive. This moisturizer is likely designed to help soothe that dryness, repair the skin’s barrier, and reduce the appearance of acne marks, all while being suitable for acne-prone skin. The “Iso-Biome” part likely refers to ingredients that support a healthy skin microbiome.

Good for:

• People with acne-prone skin that is dry or sensitive due to acne treatments.
• Soothing irritated skin.
• Reducing the appearance of acne scars or marks.
• Providing long-lasting moisture without clogging pores.