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La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Cleanser

La Roche-Posay

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Clear gel, foams with water
Oily, acne-prone skin

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💧 Glycerin — hydrates 🧪 Salicylic Acid — gently exfoliates, unclogs pores ⭐️ Zinc PCA — reduces oil and clears pores

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