La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micellar Water Ultra 400ml

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Micellar Water Ultra 400ml is a gentle daily cleanser and makeup remover designed specifically for combination, oily and sensitive skin.

Its micellar technology helps capture and remove makeup, dirt, impurities and excess sebum without requiring harsh rubbing. The formula combines micelles with glycerin for hydration and Zinc PCA for a purifying effect, helping leave skin feeling clean, fresh and comfortable.

The lightweight, water-like formula can be used on the face, eyes and lips and does not require rinsing. La Roche-Posay states that the product is non-comedogenic, tested on sensitive skin and suitable for oily skin.

Why choose Effaclar Micellar Water?

• Removes makeup and impurities
• Helps remove excess oil and sebum
• Cleanses without harsh rubbing
• Leaves skin feeling fresh and clean
• Contains glycerin for hydration
• Contains Zinc PCA for a purifying effect
• No-rinse formula
• Suitable for combination and oily sensitive skin
• Non-comedogenic
• 400ml value-size bottle

Key Benefits

Deep Yet Gentle Cleansing

Micelles attract and encapsulate dirt, oil and makeup so they can be gently wiped away.

Helps Maintain Skin Comfort

Glycerin is included to help hydrate the skin while cleansing.

Purifies Oily Skin

Zinc PCA provides a purifying effect and is particularly useful in formulas designed for oily skin.

Makeup Removal

Suitable for removing facial makeup and can be used around the eyes and lips according to the manufacturer's directions.

No Rinsing Needed

Simply apply to a cotton pad and wipe over the skin.

Sensitive-Skin Friendly

The formula is designed for sensitive skin and has been tested on acne-prone skin.

Key Ingredients

Micelles

Micelles act like tiny cleansing structures that attract makeup, dirt and impurities from the skin surface, allowing them to be removed with gentle wiping.

Glycerin

A humectant that helps attract and retain moisture, helping skin feel comfortable after cleansing.

Zinc PCA

A purifying ingredient used in the Effaclar formula and particularly suited to oily/shiny skin.

La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water

A characteristic La Roche-Posay ingredient naturally containing minerals and trace elements. The brand describes its thermal spring water as soothing and suitable for sensitive skin.

Full Ingredients

Aqua / Water, PEG-7 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Poloxamer 124, Poloxamer 184, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Myrtrimonium Bromide, Parfum / Fragrance. 

How to Use

1. Soak a cotton pad with the micellar water.
2. Gently wipe over the face and neck.
3. For makeup removal, gently wipe around the eyes and lips.
4. Repeat with fresh cotton pads until the skin is clean.
5. No rinsing required.
6. Follow with your usual skincare routine.

Suitable For

• Oily skin
• Combination skin
• Sensitive skin
• Shiny skin
• Makeup wearers
• Blemish-prone skin

La Roche-Posay specifically positions Effaclar Micellar Water for oily and sensitive skin and states that it has been tested on acne-prone skin.

Product Specifications

Why You'll Love It

Cleanses oily skin without over-stripping
Helps remove dirt, oil, makeup and impurities while respecting sensitive skin.

Perfect for everyday cleansing
Use it morning and/or evening as part of your skincare routine.

Great makeup remover
Micelles help lift makeup without excessive rubbing.

Fresh, lightweight feel
The water-like texture leaves skin feeling clean and fresh.

Ideal for combination/oily skin
Zinc PCA gives the formula its purifying positioning.

Convenient 400ml size
A practical larger bottle for regular daily use.

Formula Features

• Non-comedogenic
• No soap
• No alcohol
• No colourants
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Tested on acne-prone skin
• No-rinse formula

Removes 99% of long-wear foundation*