La Roche Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique Effaclar AZ Acne Treatment
Salicylic acid · Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Salicylic acid 1.2%
Purpose
Purpose Acne treatment
Uses
Uses for the treatment of acne clears acne blemishes penetrates pores to control acne blemishes helps prevent new acne blemishes from forming
Warnings
Warnings For external use only
When using this product
When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions shake well before use clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients water, azelaic acid, C15-19 alkane, glycerin, triethyl citrate, diglycerin, panthenol, silica, ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, taraxacum officinale (dandelion) rhizome/root extract, zinc gluconate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hydroxide, sodium phosphate, disodium phosphate, hydroxyethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, citric acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, pentylene glycol, polysorbate 60, fragrance
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-888-LRP LABO 1-888-577-5226 Monday - Friday (9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST)
Label text from the FDA structured product label by L'Oreal USA Products Inc (revised Jun 12, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Salicylic Acid in 2 products
La Roche Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique Effaclar AZ Acne Treatment NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69625-735 | Salicylic Acid 12 mg/mL Cream | COSMETIQUE ACTIVE PRODUCTION | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 49967-735 | Salicylic Acid 12 mg/mL Cream | L'Oreal USA Products Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is La Roche Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique Effaclar AZ Acne Treatment used for?
Uses for the treatment of acne clears acne blemishes penetrates pores to control acne blemishes helps prevent new acne blemishes from forming
Who makes La Roche Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique Effaclar AZ Acne Treatment?
La Roche Posay Laboratoire Dermatologique Effaclar AZ Acne Treatment is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including COSMETIQUE ACTIVE PRODUCTION, L'Oreal USA Products Inc.