suacuacuon.edu.vn Team Tries: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Serum

Growing up, I assumed that acne was reserved for teenagers. Turns out, that was just wishful thinking on my part. Besides hormonal changes during puberty, acne can be caused by many other factors. Singapore’s humid weather, for one, clogs pores and leads to breakouts. địa chỉ masks into the mix, và the result is maskne, blemishes, plus uneven & bumpy skin. When they said adulting is hard, I didn’t think acne was going khổng lồ be one of the challenges life throws at us.

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Enter: The new Effaclar Serum from La Roche-Posay, designed for individuals with acne-prone skin. According lớn the brand, its latest offering is a tri-acid concentrate featuring salicylic acid, LHA & glycolic acid that “corrects pimples và comedonal acne, as well as reduces pigmentation marks, with visible efficacy from 7 days”. Apart from the peeling active ingredients, it also contains niacinamide, which helps lớn soothe the skin and reduce inflammation.

Smooth, clear và even skin after a month? Sign me up. To lớn truly put its claims lớn the test, I asked 4 other colleagues, each with different skin types & concerns, lớn join me in using La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Serum every day over 28 days. Read on lớn find out if the serum managed lớn target our skin woes, from comedonal acne (aka facial bumps), to pigmentation marks, textured skin & more.

1. Shash

Current skin condition & concerns

“I have combination skin that leans towards the drier side. My biggest skin concern is that I always get tiny bumps on my T-zone & cheeks, which I don’t know how to get rid of. I also have visible pores and blackheads on my nose.

Hopefully, using La Roche-Posay’s serum means I will have fewer small bumps và smoother skin. I would love it if my pores would become smaller too.”

Day 1: First impressions

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“I really like the bottle as it is so cute. When I first applied the serum on my face, the solution immediately absorbed into my skin, which was great.”

Day 7: 1 week check-in

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“After using the serum for a week and comparing my skin to lớn how it looked on day 1, I was pleasantly surprised lớn see that the bumps on my cheeks had reduced & my skin was smoother in general.”

Day 28: Final thoughts

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Before (left) vs after (right) with smoother and radiant skin

“My skin has been smooth & clear since day 7 & I’m very happy with the way it looks now. One problem I’ve always had with my skin is unevenness, when it comes lớn texture and colour. Using the serum helped even my skin out in both those aspects. 

It also calmed down inflamed pimples và got rid of them. Plus, I haven’t had any breakouts since I started using the serum.

It was very convenient to incorporate the serum into my daily skincare routine, as I just had lớn apply it after washing my face before sleeping. It felt like a small self-care ritual for myself every day.”

2. Ariel

Current skin condition & concerns

“I have combination skin with an oily T-zone. I’m prone to getting pimples on my T-zone, especially during my period, as well as comedonal acne. Even after going for facials, blackheads still persist around my nose.

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I’ve heard good things about La Roche-Posay’s acne products and sunscreen, but have never tried them before. I’m looking forward khổng lồ the serum helping lớn reduce my comedonal acne và pimples, as well as getting rid of my acne scars.”

Day 1: First impressions

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“I lượt thích the green colour of the bottle, and that it is not bulky. The sản phẩm was gentle on my skin & I felt no discomfort while applying it, despite the formula containing several acids. It has a pleasant scent that almost reminds me of going to lớn a spa.”

Day 7: 1 week check-in

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“One of the marks on my chin seemed khổng lồ be a bit lighter. My skin felt softer, especially right after putting on the serum. My new pimples also healed very quickly, and the redness around my nose và on my forehead has reduced as well.”

Day 28: Final thoughts

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Before (left) vs after (right) with lesser pimples and scarring

“My skin looks more radiant now, which is also something people have been telling me. Most of my acne marks have disappeared, & I haven’t had a new pimple since day 7. While the bumps still come và go, as much of it depends on my diet, hormonal and sleep cycle, I’ve also been experiencing less comedonal acne in general.

Initially, I wasn’t sure if using La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Serum would make much of a difference, since I’ve used products with some of these ingredients before (like acids). After seeing the results, the serum exceeded my expectations. My skin looks better and it solved some of my comedonal acne issues. With continued use, I think it will benefit my skin even more.”

3. Nicole

Current skin condition & concerns

“As my skin is oily, I tend khổng lồ get more pimples when the weather is humid. I also have a bad habit of picking & squeezing at my pimples, leaving my face with dark và reddish marks. 

My goal by the over of this trial is to be able to get rid of the darker marks on my cheeks and have lesser bumps overall, especially near my jawline và chin.”

Day 1: First impressions

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“My first thought was that this 30ml serum seems like it can be used for a long time, making it a value-for-money purchase. The dropper made the application process easy, convenient & sanitary. It also helped to lớn ensure that I wouldn’t use too much of the product at once. 

The sản phẩm felt light và was easy to lớn spread on my face. It absorbed easily into my skin too. However, I did feel a slight tingling sensation on my cheeks after applying it, though it wasn’t unbearable.”

Day 7: 1 week check-in

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“While some of my darker, stubborn acne marks remained as they’ve been around for longer, my skin looked less reddish and felt less oily as well. My cheeks also appeared a bit brighter than before.”

Day 28: Final thoughts

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Before (left) vs after (right) with lesser acne marks and bumps

“My skin has continued to improve since day 7, và most of my darker acne marks và scars have faded. The small bumps that I used to get along my jawline have reduced significantly as well. 

I was very excited lớn use the serum every night as I’ve been wanting to improve my skincare routine. The trial process was enjoyable. Hopefully, my acne scars will fully disappear as I continue to lớn use the serum.”

4. Jia Yi

Current skin condition & concerns

“I have combination skin, with a slightly oily T-zone và dry cheeks. I sometimes experience comedonal acne on my forehead and cheeks. 

I’ve heard positive đánh giá about La Roche-Posay’s products from my friends, so I’m hoping that the serum can help to lớn keep my skin clear from comedonal acne & random breakouts.”

Day 1: First impressions

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“When applying the serum, it felt light & absorbed into my skin almost instantly. There was a slight tingling feeling when I applied it on my forehead, the area where I experience comedonal acne, but it went away quickly.”

Day 7: 1 week check-in

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“My skin feels more moisturised và less irritated. While my skin has not cleared up yet and I’m still experiencing comedonal acne, I’m hoping lớn see better results in the coming weeks.”

Day 28: Final thoughts

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Before (left) vs after (right) with brighter skin

“To be honest, I was quite skeptical about using the serum at first, as I have read đánh giá about other serums having varying results on different skin conditions. However, I was impressed after using La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Serum over a month, as it helped lớn control my comedonal acne and pimples. 

Overall, I vày see an improvement. My skin appears brighter, và the serum prevented new acne và pimples from forming.”

5. Annabelle

Current skin condition & concerns

“My skin is oily and I’m prone khổng lồ pimples, usually on my forehead as well as my cheeks. With the arrival of maskne, pimples and blackheads have been popping up even more frequently. Once these pimples go away, they leave acne marks and dark spots on my skin that can remain for weeks or even months. 

I’m looking forward lớn using the Effaclar Serum from La Roche-Posay over the next month, và seeing if it will indeed give me smooth, clear & even skin.”

Day 1: First impressions

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“There was a slight clinical scent when I applied the serum on my face. But true to lớn what is stated on the hàng hóa packaging, the fragrance disappeared almost immediately. The same goes for the liquid itself, which was also swiftly absorbed into my skin.”

Day 7: 1 week check-in

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“The small red marks on the left side of my face became more faint. I also noticed that I had less bumps on my forehead than usual.”

Day 28: Final thoughts

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Before (left) vs after (right) with reduced redness

“Previously, it would take a few weeks or more for my acne scars & spots to diminish in redness and size. But once I started using the serum, I could see that the process was accelerated, with the redness disappearing much faster. I also experienced less comedonal acne, with the bumps on my forehead only appearing during the week of my period. 

Lastly, I lượt thích the fact that it shaved some time off my night-time skincare routine. Compared lớn other serums with thicker formulas, I didn’t have khổng lồ sit around waiting for it khổng lồ absorb into my skin.”

We Tried The New Effaclar Serum From La Roche-Posay To Get Smooth, Radiant và Even Skin

Adulting is hard enough in và of itself, without having khổng lồ worry about comedonal acne, pimples, marks & scars. As the 5 reviewers’ trials proved, La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar Serum was effective in addressing a range of skin types and concerns.

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Whether you’re a skincare junkie or not, you’ll be able to lớn appreciate the powerful yet gentle combination of active ingredients in its formula. Think of each ingredient as a superhero, with them assembling lượt thích the Avengers to lớn work magic on your skin.

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LHA works lớn exfoliate the skin surface and remove dead cells. Salicylic acid goes deeper into the skin khổng lồ unclog pores and prevent sebum build-up. Glycolic acid, on the other hand, encourages skin renewal to boost radiance và clarity. 

Then there’s niacinamide, aka vitamin B3, which reduces pore form size and brightens dark spots while soothing skin inflammation. Last but not least, La Roche-Posay thermal water calms the skin và lessens any discomfort.

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If you’re looking to cấp độ up your night-time routine with a simple step, there’s no easier way to lớn start than with this serum. Simply use the dropper to dispense the serum onto your hand và apply it on cleansed skin, và you’ll be on your way to smooth, clear & even skin.

Don’t miss the chance khổng lồ try it out for yourself, as La Roche-Posay is having a promotion of up lớn 25% off the new Effaclar Serum. It is now available nationwide at all Guardian and Watsons stores offline and online, with a retail price at $54.90 for 30ml. Jio your besties along, so you can all experience a glow-up together.

Sign up for your free Effaclar Serum samples here!

This post was brought khổng lồ you by La Roche-Posay.Photography by Natalie Ng.