Hey guys and welcome to todays video.. you guys have been asking my thought son La Roche-Posay for some time so I wanted to share it with you in todays video so I would love to know what you think and what products work well for you so leave me a comment below.. Love you all so so much xx
I used to love the facial fluid, but then started breaking out like there's no tomorrow. I will still use the invisible spray for my body, as well as use it on my kid. It's not sticky and not perfumed, so I quite enjoy it.
Eucerin oil control sunscreen is comparable, easier to apply and between £5-10 cheaper depending where you get it. I used to love LRP but I really wanted a cheaper one and the eucerin one is amazing (only flaw is the chemical smell lingers a little longer than LRP)
I appreciate so much that you don't impose your ethics on your audience and still make honest recommendations for non-cruelty free products even when you don't use them yourself.
Fantastic video! I love that your vision is to go cruelty free 💗 Thanks for sharing this to people who might not know! Your video quality has come a long way, keep it up - I'm rooting for you 👏
Thank you so so much for bringing up the cruelty free factor! I follow a lot of dermatologists here on TH-cam, and they all love The La Roche-Posay lipikar series, but NONE of them talk about the fact that the brand do test on animals. In fact many of the brands they recommend are not cruelty free. As you said, animal testing means unnecessary suffering. And if big brands like L'Oreal would pull their products from China as long as animal testing is required, it might push the chinese authorities towards a change in regulations.
I have discovered this brand for myself quite recently. I used to use Loreal and other most popular brands for men. My skin was always dry, had a lot of breakouts and blackheads. LRP is an amazing brand, I started to see results in few days, even my colleagues started to compliment me. I am almost 40 years old man, and I am very grateful to people like you, who spread awareness and reviews brands which actually work.
@@LauraDChiong absolutely! It's such a lovely night cream. Quite thick, so probably not good for day wear, but it's a really luxurious face cream. One of my favourite facial moisturisers I've ever used. That said, I'm also moving to cruelty free so unfortunately won't be repurchasing when I run out.
@@jackiereynolds9817 Thankyou, it's Lipikur? I spoke to a lady at look Fantastic who told me about it. Going to order. I always go cruelty free. To good thanks. I use a different one. Does not have as much good ingredients. Appreciate your reply very much 👍 🙏 😊 xxx
LRP is one of the best brands for me on the market. Their sunscreens are incredible and the invisible fluid rocked my whole world. I also like their products for dry and sensitive skin. I think the cons that you pointed out, actually apply to most of the brands on the market. Formulation is something that every individual should be mindful, because everyone has different issues and sensitivities/triggers. I agree with your opinion about the serums. They are ridiculously overpriced but I don’t have a problem with the price of their other products, because they get the job done and are easily accessible. Thank you for this video!
loved the video, rob! personally, I think that that it´s kind of outdated when a brand isn't putting much effort in becoming cruelty free, especially if said brand is as popular as LRP.
Happy Thursday Cristina.. you know I love the Baume and the sunscreens but I think this brand needs to change a few things.. I hope your having the most wonderful Thursday and week in general... love you xxxxxx
Thanks for the video, Rob 🤗 I have to say, I'm a die hard convert to LA Roche-Posay. Their purifying foaming cleanser (holy grail for oily skin) and their Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer are sublime. I've also tried their Glycolic B5 and while it smells awful, it's very effective for hyperpigmentation.
I use the hydrating cleanser which is a holy grail for me and my boyfriend !! I tried their lip after you mentioned it, and it’s amazing. I reach for it over my laniege one… I also received two samples of their cicaplast baum after my last purchase so I’m keen to try that out. It is pretty pricey though, especially for drugstore skincare …
Thanks for another good video. I love the Lipikar and cicaplast series from LRP. The cicaplast lip balm has played a major role in my skin care during the winter, and the Lipikar Balm AP+M has worked wonders on my dry legs. however, my cat loves it too, so I have to keep her out of the bathroom when I apply it, or else she just starts licking my shins... My holy grail sunscreen, and the one that really got me to wear sunscreen daily, is the Anthelios Anti Age SPF 50. It sinks in beautifully, it gives a natural glow, it doesn't pill, and it has shea butter that gives that silky moisturising effect. No, I'm not sponsored, but, you know, if they offered...
I think Avene have really got better this past couple of years and are rivalling LRP but your right the original LRP products are amazing.. Their serums are awful but think that's the L'Oréal influence.. Love you x
So much info from your videos. I tried LRP Toleraine Purifying Foaming Cleanser and it was just to harsh for my sesnsitive combo more oily in summer skin. I think it was that darn Niaminacide again. I also tried their Double Reapair AM and PM moisturizers but found them too heavy for my skin. It's hard to find skincare that works for sensitive combo/oil skin. I like Cetaphil cleanser, but hate the fragrance! When you are marketing to sensive skin I don't get adding irritating fragrance. I love your honest opinions and all the research you do. Keep it up. Be well!
The cicaplast is awesome and I have oily skin. It takes a lot for me to actually use a product like that. I like the Effaclar line for acne too. And the tinted mineral spf. I’m a fan.
Cicaplast Baume saved my skin after I was scaly and burnt for weeks after an unfortunate slugging over tretinoin incident. Their Toleraine line is nice too!
Spot on Rob! The LRP Touleraine foaming cleanser and double Repair moisturizer UV are staples in my routine! My kids all use the gentle cream version too. I stock up when they’re 20% off from Care To Beauty so I can also grab some EU versions like the UVMune sunscreen and Cicaplast Mains (hands) that we just can’t get here in the states. I did make the switch from their regular Cicaplast Baume to Klairs midnight blue cream and it’s worlds better!!! Thanks for the review, loving your content 💙
I've used La Roche Posay sunscreen in the past, but I don't anymore because I'm trying to switch over to cruelty free versions of skincare, makeup etc. My exception to this is their cicaplast soothing repairing balm. I read reviews from people saying this was better than their prescription cream for eczema so I tried it and it actually is. The prescription cream it replaced probably wasn't cruelty free either. But if Roche Posay became cruelty free I'd definitely try more of their products.
OMG, the first time I used the LRP Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60, Oil Free Face Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin. HOLY MOLY. I have never had such non oily skin in my life. It was 🤯
Still love your approach and non-biased and fully independent views. You still are simply you. I’m around since the absolute beginning of your channel and it’s a delight to see you haven’t changed. Unfortunately money stills rules over ethical choices. Basically,…..choosing to test on animals to still be able to gain profits is unforgivable (for me at least). As if L’Oréal isn’t making enough money already 😵💫 The Bettencourt family is one of the wealthiest of this world to date. Besides the animal testing I also can’t live with a company choosing benefits over “giving back” to the planet and their employees etc. etc. Making billions of money in profit while at the same time leaving the ones that make that possible (i.e. the employees) at the bottom of the food chain is mildly said not ethical by any means. Keep up the good work.
I just got cicaplast because I’m starting adapalene and OMG it’s so good! I definitely will be keeping that on hand from now on. I don’t know anything about a 100ml size, the only ones available at Ulta and on Amazon for the US is the 40ml for $15. I would absolutely buy the 100ml. Lol
I can confirm that the 100 ml version is available in Europe. I use it as a nighttime moisturizer because I'm a crazy dry skined person and it's a miracle worker for my skin.
I have yet to try anything from LRP... if they stopped all animal testing, I'd be more interested, especially in their cleansers. Those cleansers are a REALLY good deal!! China's stance on animal abuse, animal testing, and supporting the EXTREMELY cruel, disgusting, nasty dog and cat meat and fur markets are consistently beyond disappointing. All of these issues NEED to change.
I didn’t realize they are not cruelty free. I love some of their products but now I will have to think twice thanks to this video. I don’t understand why they cannot be cruelty free! 😡
@@msk-qp6fn you need to do more research... for one thing they DO steal pets. Another there is not a single law in China concerning animal abuse. People horrifically abuse animals in the middle of the street, on video, etc and there is nothing done about it... on top of that, there is nothing culturally relevant or important about it. It is not needed, nor due to lack of resources and food, and is a massive issue all around. No problem with boiling and skinning animals alive, horrendous treatment, VERY ill animals that present huge health issues (just like the wet markets)... in the future perhaps don't make a comment like this without actually researching what is going on.
@@doanphuong1325 I don't either. We just no longer need to test anything cosmetic on animals anymore. I understand Rob's stance about the brand just going along with no animal testing for financial reasons, but I must confess that at this point, I'm just so happy when a company halts all animal testing that I don't really care about their motives for now. Tbh, I just want them to stop! Geez, companies can harvest snail mucin without being cruel. We sure don't need Puppies and such being bred just to suffer through their entire, short lives. 😥 It is a bummer too since many of their established products seem really nice, like their adapalene formulations.
Like you Rob, I only use cruelty free products so don’t use LRP. Really hoping they will take that important step fully soon. If they do, I will be in line for some of their great products.
I use this brand all the time. But I totally agree with you regarding the serums. When I saw the vitamin C serum in a clear bottle dyed arms, I couldn’t believe it. It goes against all the things they tell you about storage of vitamin C. But I totally agree with you regarding the cicabaum And most of their face moisturizers and the vitamin a retinol eye cream. Gamechangers
Hi Rob, I started following you for a couple of months, because you’re into the cruelty free cause and I love that. Do you have a video on the cruelty free brands? Here in France LRP is quite cheaper than elsewhere and they indeed have fantastic products but they’re not CF so I am trying to replace those with other brands… the journey is not that sways 😅 Thanks Rob for your clear and precise videos Have a great day!
Indeed as a French, I was used to see this brand around for decades. I was wondering about their new found fame the past year or so when actually it was always a low key, niche brand. Now I know why: it's been bought by cosmetic mastodon L'Oréal! This explains why we see it everywhere. Good marketing. The prices though😱😱😱😱
@Emily Wood probably... I don't use Tiktok so I wouldn't know... But I am sure L'Oréal would know how to use this platform to their advantage for their marketing...
Personally the products are a bit meh for me. The Sports sunscreen applies like wall paste. The foaming cleanser is only so-so. I would rather go for the sister brand, Vichy. The texture is just more elegant. If I want a nice occlusive moisturiser that does it all I will go for Aveeno. So much cheaper gm for gm and lasts and lasts.
Thanks so much for the video👍🏻I didn’t know they are not cruelty free…uhmm I have been using their Toleriane cleanser for years but I will stop and look for another one that is actually cruelty free😁
Hello from Canada. I do like The HayluB5 serum, the Toleraine cream with spf and my favourite is their tinted mineral spf for face. I have to say that this creamy rich formula replaced completely any need for foundation for me. I literally have women stoping me and asking what I use on my face.
I love LRP, especially the cleansers and moisturizers. They always used to be fragrance free which I like, although I haven’t tried any of their serums. You can also buy them online from one company which has a third off their prices quite often, which is handy for stocking up.
This what an honest and jnteligent review is 👌 I enjoyed the video very much.I buy only Anthelios UV 400 regulary as it's perfect for my oily acne prone skin but the whole rest is highly overrated to me 🤷
In fact, what you are telling us is that La Roche Posay has been ruined by Loreal. It is hardly surprising. It used to be a good solid brand prescribed by dermatologists in France. They did not have serums and things like that in their range. It is probably the Loreal effect! Very disappointing that Loreal feel obliged to buy and destroy everyting. I use the sunscreen and if I buy another product it will only be a moisturising cream or something solid and basic.
I doubt it. In France, LRP is still prescribed by dermatologists (their classic products). I would think they would want to maintain their reputation. The serums are probably to keep with the trends and make money. I might be wrong of course!
Great video. Thank you! I started using about 7 years ago. However I do not use the entire line. I started with sunscreen, then cicaplast, toleriane line, body & face washes as of late (lipkar & toleriane) I buy when on sale as they are expensive. I do not use anything with fragrance (including essential oils, some extracts or anything sensitizing), & then the drying alcohol, or witch hazel. I actually started with Avene sunscreen but switched to la Roche because of the ingredient list. The Avene cicaplast for example, has some questionable ingredients. Would love to see a talk on Avene!?! I have looked into a lot of the dupes both makeup & skincare. Unfortunately, when you look up each ingredient you'll find that many of the ingredients in cheaper products are deemed as average for the most part & only a few or less better ingredients. Thus I've stuck with la Roche and other more expensive products. For make up I might (minimal) try inexpensive dupes or such but not for skincare. But so far I can't help but notice the difference long term. I'm still not convinced that inexpensive vs more expensive are one & the same. Unlike food, it is hard to see the difference short term. I think that if you're under 25, start small (inexpensive) but don't sacrifice quality, & by the time you hit 30, don't take risks. The beauty industry is at its peak but who wants to spend their hard earned cash & time on reversing, fixing ... And as you can see prices are going up. I am not for splurging (as some call it), but I will spend depending on what I'm getting. Do I think la Roche is overpriced, maybe. But there is more to say about than just ingredients or price. Competition plays in the price too. Every business wants as much profit as possible. From ELF to la mer. I don't consider the brand more than ingredients. While I would prefer quality over looks (packaging) who isn't drawn to more beautiful things. In a perfect world I would love for everything to look lovely but at this point in time, I prefer quality. And don't want to pay for fancy packaging. But it sells. So that's a battle I'm not messing with. But I am certainly not in support of it & may buy as a gift to spoil someone but just to have a pretty package with not so pretty ingredients, I won't. I tried the ordinary for under a year & did not see the same results when I used more expensive brands. With these not only short term results, but lasting. It takes months before I see my skin reverting. but with many inexpensive, if any significant results, only while using, if that. With my current skincare my skin gets better & better even though I'm aging, as all of us are. Nonetheless I really enjoy MAD ABOUT SKIN. And this conversation is so important & light here. Sorry if my comment lays heavy. Not my intention. I really want to support this channel. Which is why I started writing! But once I started writing I realized once again how important it is to talk and discuss our past present & future in this way. Thank you MAD About SKIN. Well done. Looking forward to another. Xoxo
I really do like their products but, they're substantially more expensive in the United States. When I order from Europe it's still cheaper than buying here, even with the cost of shipping. Also, I WISH we had the 100ML CicaPlast here! It's the opposite here, they discontinued the large size and kept the small size lol. I've found that Soonjung 2x Barrier Intense Cream is a good dupe.
@@SandiTink Maybe you could try Mustela's vitamin barrier cream??? It is a nappy cream but I find it very moisturizing and soothing when I have irritations. I do think Mustela does not test on animals and uses plant derived ingredients.
As someone with atopic eczema (neurodermatitis) la roche-posay is one of the few brands I can use and buy without having to order online. I use their hydrating sunscreen (SPF 50), the lipikar cleanser as well as their cicaplast for dry patches.
For what they charge for their more expensive higher end SPF facial lotions, they should have ones that don’t irritate the eyes. Even their new 400 product irritates the eyes! A great product I can’t even use on my face now.
Sooooooo many great L. Posay products have been a staple in my skincare for over a decade. ♥️ However, always in for the new insights 🙌 Wow, do the prices vary from a country to a country in Europe, not to mention US. Agreed on the serums mentioned. The only one using is Hyalu B. Personally do not mind fragrance in skin care. This one is absolutely expert formulated. It's packed with benefetial ingredients, parfume being the last one. And yes! If you've proved and tested for decades a product that is definitely top notch, it is about time to stop testing it on animals. 🙌p.s. though, Eucerin has stepped up their 'game' I must say
I have to say that I've had mostly negative experiences with LRP products, which is odd considering I do not have sensitive skin and very rarely get any sort of negative reaction to skincare. I find it questionable that, being a "pharmacy" brand, some of their products are so strongly fragranced you might as well be rubbing perfume on your face (I think the worst one I've tried is the B5 ampoule). The Anthelios sunscreen was another big disappointment as it BURNS my face like no other sunscreen I've ever tried - I do get a bit of a tingle with some chemical sunscreens but Anthelios is painful, it's like rubbing my face with sandpaper. However, I agree with your opinion on the Cicaplast Baume, I've been using it for years and the stuff is amazing!
Hi Rob this brand has some excellent products for truly sensitive and atopic skin and a lot of staples in my routine are from French pharmacy brands, for that reason. Their baby cicaplast and lipikar balms are products I'm never without. I like some of the cleansers, but prefer the Avene cleansers for my own skin. As far as "cruelty free" all European brands do not themselves test on animals and I refuse to let China's practices dictate my buying decisions. China is completely disinterested in what the rest of the world thinks of them and have a very different cultural take on animal cruelty, which is far more than just the testing of cosmetics practices. French pharmacy brands often have ranges that are targeted at specific skin concerns eg acne, eczema, rosacea etc and for those of us affected by these conditions, are often some of the best products on the market for alleviating or minimising these concerns. They have many gentle and effective products with minimal INCI lists, that truly don't aggravate some of these concern also. They're readily accessible to many people in a variety of countries, without the hassle of online ordering from a different country too. There is a reason why I continue to buy from these brands - it's because many of the products work for me and there are so many products on the market that don't. I have both rosacea and eczema, as well as super dry menopausal skin - all of this makes it a nightmare to find products that just work on my skin. It really does limit the brands and products I can use without irritating my skin and no brand from cosmetic giants is going to be without faults. Best wishes.
@@AllysonRiley-d4k they do not test on animals during the manufacture of their products. The controversy is about after market testing by China. In order to sell in China products not made there are subject to random testing including testing cosmetics on animals. LRP does not do testing themselves but they know China has this practice and continue to supply them with product. This is the current situation around being cruelty free. Animal testing has been banned in Europe for a long time so no product made here is tested on animals before you use it. The only issue is China continuing to test after manufacture. I hope that clarifies x
I know that you’re not a big fan of Cerave, but I’d love to hear your thoughts on their acne line which recently launched in Boots. I’m especially intrigued by their retinol serum which, in my opinion, is relatively affordable given its ingredients.
I am so pissed at LRP for their dicking around on the cruelty free status I have their Cicaplast balm and the AP lipakar lotion and cleanser which I use in winter months these really help in winter here but I need to look for some dupes as I don't like using products tested on animals if I can avoid it. Please keep us updated on their status
LRP is a major staple for me. I use the Toleriane hydrating gentle cleanser, and the foaming version for workout/yard work/particularly grungy days. The foaming version has also proved great as a general body wash. The sunscreens work incredibly well for me. I order in the Anthelios UVmune 400 50+ hydrating cream from the UK/Europe. Dr. Dray mentioned it, and holy crap. It is perfect for my skin that tends dry. I don’t think it would work for more oily skin. When I want something lighter, I have the Toleriane SPF 30 moisturizer. For body, I have SPF 60 lotion. Once I go through what I have I’ll try to get body sunscreen from the UK/Europe for the better filters. I love the Avene Cicalfate balm, sorry to LRP but I won’t change that. 😂 I do agree on the serums- very meh. LRP, Vichy, Avene, ELF are the main brands in my skin care, with a couple other products from No 7, Ordinary, Paula’s Choice.
Loreal has a good taste in the brands they eat up, I have to give them that. They bought LRP, Vichy, Garnier, CeraVe, Body Shop, SkinCeuticals, Khiels, Biotherm, Youth to the People, etc. Whether they do a good job in keeping said brands is a different matter, though (looking at what they did to Body Shop for example). I haven't got much against Loreal and their brands, but I have been trying to use less of Loreal's products. It's why I have been hoarding Avene Intense Protect whenever I see them, using Bepanthen instead of Cicaplast, and trying out Mustela and Uriage and other local brands and lesser known k-beauty brands.
I love that brand. They have saved my skin. Cicaplast balm is the amazing. Their sensitive skin moisturizer helps when I have tretinon outbreak. Their cleanser is amazing. Love their sunscreen. In Canada cancer society thumbs up to them.
@@MadAboutSkin You are fabulous. So sincere wish you were out of Canada. Have you ever tried Neutrogena?? I am telling you I am 53 and it has made a huge change. I changed my skincare last November.
I've been aware of LRP in Boots for many years but with sooo many products on display, had never tried it. Recently I had the opportunity to try out the fluid shaka SPF 50 and it is a game-changer for me. I have very fair, freckly skin which is sun-sensitive and the shaka SPF 50 has enabled me to feel safe in the sunshine (still in shade lol). Not only that but the texture is lovely - it seems to adhere to face skin almost like a primer - and indeed I use it as a primer under makeup. It doesn't make my eyes sting and it doesn't change the "colour" of my skin under makeup - no oiling up etc. The newer formula is more yellowy tinged and I prefer the original shaka one. I've struggled to find a SPF that feels good on the face, doesn't cause breakouts, and doesn't go oily (& cast white in photos) - this one is IT.
La Roche Posay is actually cruelty free because Loreal uses a technology called Episkin. You can look it up if you'd like but China uses it as of 2024. So as far as cruelty free goes Loreal sunscreens in China if tested would be used in this technology now.
It was an incredible video... I love LRP spf for me because it's easy to get and at a good price. Let's be honest, they have amazing products except for the serums, which I don't understand why they're so expensive when there are so many amazing serums out there for half the price or less and the curlety free thing little bit cold as you mentioned May ask a question What are your thoughts on Vichy?
Vichy is a sister brand of LRP and have similar products, except for the serums which are unique to it. My quarrel with these two brands is again the L'Oréal effect: L'Oréal just feels the need to mess up with most brands they acquire!
Hi hun, I am not a fan of them because of the price point and the marketing claims they make.. have you been seeing good results with their products? love xx
@@MadAboutSkin i know it’s not a very affordable brand, but their immediate result is pretty good, I’m obsessed with the Rose gold (brightening) and sun-zero (depuffing) face masks, you can rly see immediate results, but it’s not very economically sustainable for me … since I’m only 25, i don’t see a whole lot of results from their black diamond line
Is their Vit C really that bad 😬 I've had it in my mini fridge (with my other vitamin c serums) for a couple months now. It was next on my list to use. I hope it's not super fragranced. I can handle a little fragrance but not too much as long as it works!
Its not great so I would return it if you can but if not then its worth trying.. it is a little on the drying side so maybe moisturiser more after using it. love you x
@@MadAboutSkin I got it at a huge sale price ($5) so I can't return it. I'm big on hydrating and moisturizering so I'll just make sure to replenish. Stratia liquid gold should even it out!
Thanks for the review, personally I love La Roche. And this is interesting what you say about the size of Cicaplast. I Poland you can buy them in 40ml size. There is even smaller size 25ml I think. :)
I know what the science says about niacinamide concentration, but my skin flourishes with a 10% serum (haven't tried the LRP one and don't plan to, though...I'm glad to see my suspicions about their serums validated).
Really disappointed about the cruelty free status, I was waiting for an update on this as I really wanted to try the sunscreen but definitely won’t be Thanks Rob :)
Great video! Do you have any thoughts on Mixa serums? I have seen couple of comparison videos with the serums that you mentioned. I'm using Mixa Hyalurogel Serum for Sensitive Skin and it's really nice so far. It has niacinamide in it also.
They still sell the 40ml of the Cicaplast Balm in Target here in the US! I just bought it two weeks ago for $14.99… that’s crazy they only sell the 100ml there in the UK!
My only gripe with the brand is that I keep hearing "Posey" as "Poosay" 😹 Jokes aside, I agree about the serums being kinda useless and the pricing as well. Luckily in my country we still carry the 15 and 40ml Cicaplast balm, but I don't what I'd do with a 100ml since I barely get through the 40ml one because it's so thick and emergency only :(
Interesting points with the increased price points and sizes in the U.K… I do however think the pricing and also the sizes available vary a quite a bit from country to country. In my country in Northern Europe you have to search hard to find the Cicaplast 100 ml in any pharmacy as they all mostly offer the 40 ml and the 100 ml only on occasion. Whereas in France you can readily get both pretty much always. In my country you also cannot find some of their products as the lineup offered here is somewhat decreased. Price wise La Roche Posay is always substantially cheaper to buy from France and French or Spanish online pharmacies, that luckily get more and more available these days. It is sometimes a price difference of almost 50% compared to the prices where I live which is pretty outrageous when you think about it. But to be fair this does not seem to have anything to do with La Roche Posay as a brand but as a whole when it comes to the French pharma brands like Avène, Bioderma and it’s likes as well as other typically French brands that are also often sold in French pharmacies like Vichy, Darphine and so on… So these days I only buy these brands from French or Spanish online retailers as that saves so much money despite the increase in all over environment impact as of course it would be better if the brands made sure prices were kept low in all markets to prevent people from buying too much overseas. But when push comes to shove, just like with the animal testing for the Chinese market the environment does not mean much for the market-consumerism driven people…😘
Rob ❤ could you recommend cruelty free alternatives to LRP Effaclar Duo Plus and Effaclar Duo Plus Unifiant? ❤❤❤ I found these to be helpful for decades old PIE scars on my back. I would prefer supporting cruelty free. PS: Lidl sun cream spf50 for kids is wayyyyy better for oily skin than sny of the La Roche!
I bought their Effaclar H. And it was terrible, made me feel like I hadn't used a cleanser at all. My skin felt clogged and I brokeout in spots. I will stick with my double cleans duo of Squalane Cleanser and Micellar water.
I agree with this but there are other options which re less drying and the issue here is the pH and if the pH was better the penetration would be better anyway. thanks for sharing and sending love x
When my skin gets really sensitised I find their Toleraine Dermallergo fluid is one of the few things that helps, but I do slightly resent spending £18.50 on 30ml of product that gets used up so fast - nevermind all that unrecyclable plastic. I'd much rather spend my skincare budget on fun things when my skin's recovered!!
Hi. Can you please suggest any good Azelaic acid available in Canada. Most of the products you mentioned is unavailable in Canada 😭 not even the Ordinarys one and Paula’s choice. Or any alternatives would also work. Thanks 🙏
Canada does not allow the sale of azelaic acid over the counter for some reason so the only way to get it is to import it. I would go to the face theory uk website and buy it from there are they will ship to Canada. love x
I’ve seen a lot of videos on the line GoPure skincare. I wanted to know if you have heard of this line. It is cruelty free. I would for you to do a review. Your thoughts please. ❤️Fran
Some of their products are good. But the Vitamin C serum dried up my skin, not a fan of this product. I have issue with some of their sunscreens- dry me up. Products for sensitive skin - those are quite good.
I will never use LRP unless it is confirmed to be cruelty free! Why would I? Didn't know it was part of L'Oréal either! I don't want any animals to suffer because of how a cream feels/smells on my skin. Lots of good brands out there to chose from that are cruelty free or vegan even better and do the same job.
Hey guys and welcome to todays video.. you guys have been asking my thought son La Roche-Posay for some time so I wanted to share it with you in todays video so I would love to know what you think and what products work well for you so leave me a comment below.. Love you all so so much xx
I stopped searching for sunscreen when I found LRP invisible liquid. It's light weight, no white cast and doesn't sting my eyes. Love it.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I used to love the facial fluid, but then started breaking out like there's no tomorrow. I will still use the invisible spray for my body, as well as use it on my kid. It's not sticky and not perfumed, so I quite enjoy it.
Eucerin oil control sunscreen is comparable, easier to apply and between £5-10 cheaper depending where you get it. I used to love LRP but I really wanted a cheaper one and the eucerin one is amazing (only flaw is the chemical smell lingers a little longer than LRP)
I appreciate so much that you don't impose your ethics on your audience and still make honest recommendations for non-cruelty free products even when you don't use them yourself.
Fantastic video! I love that your vision is to go cruelty free 💗 Thanks for sharing this to people who might not know! Your video quality has come a long way, keep it up - I'm rooting for you 👏
Thank you so so much for bringing up the cruelty free factor! I follow a lot of dermatologists here on TH-cam, and they all love The La Roche-Posay lipikar series, but NONE of them talk about the fact that the brand do test on animals. In fact many of the brands they recommend are not cruelty free. As you said, animal testing means unnecessary suffering. And if big brands like L'Oreal would pull their products from China as long as animal testing is required, it might push the chinese authorities towards a change in regulations.
I have discovered this brand for myself quite recently. I used to use Loreal and other most popular brands for men. My skin was always dry, had a lot of breakouts and blackheads. LRP is an amazing brand, I started to see results in few days, even my colleagues started to compliment me. I am almost 40 years old man, and I am very grateful to people like you, who spread awareness and reviews brands which actually work.
Their lapikar blume AP +m is the best body lotion ever. I'm 58 and I actually have a youthful sheen to my skin. It's amazing
Where do you use this. Im 58 too xxx
@@angelajanelomax5540 all over! Anywhere that you use a body lotion x
can we use this on thr face? :)
@@LauraDChiong absolutely! It's such a lovely night cream. Quite thick, so probably not good for day wear, but it's a really luxurious face cream. One of my favourite facial moisturisers I've ever used. That said, I'm also moving to cruelty free so unfortunately won't be repurchasing when I run out.
@@jackiereynolds9817 Thankyou, it's Lipikur? I spoke to a lady at look Fantastic who told me about it. Going to order. I always go cruelty free. To good thanks. I use a different one. Does not have as much good ingredients. Appreciate your reply very much 👍 🙏 😊 xxx
LRP is one of the best brands for me on the market. Their sunscreens are incredible and the invisible fluid rocked my whole world. I also like their products for dry and sensitive skin. I think the cons that you pointed out, actually apply to most of the brands on the market. Formulation is something that every individual should be mindful, because everyone has different issues and sensitivities/triggers. I agree with your opinion about the serums. They are ridiculously overpriced but I don’t have a problem with the price of their other products, because they get the job done and are easily accessible.
Thank you for this video!
loved the video, rob! personally, I think that that it´s kind of outdated when a brand isn't putting much effort in becoming cruelty free, especially if said brand is as popular as LRP.
I totally agree with you hun, its 2022 and I think we should expect more from brands. love you xx
This is a very fair review, thanks Rob. Love their products, not keen on paying such prices
Thank you so so much for watching and sending you so much love xx
Oh long awaited video! Thank you!!
Happy Thursday Cristina.. you know I love the Baume and the sunscreens but I think this brand needs to change a few things.. I hope your having the most wonderful Thursday and week in general... love you xxxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin fully agree! Thank you for all the work you put in these videos, definitely well researched!
Thanks for the video, Rob 🤗 I have to say, I'm a die hard convert to LA Roche-Posay. Their purifying foaming cleanser (holy grail for oily skin) and their Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer are sublime. I've also tried their Glycolic B5 and while it smells awful, it's very effective for hyperpigmentation.
Hey Ke;;y so so lovely to hear form you and thank you for sharing. I hope all is amazing with you.. love xx
I use the hydrating cleanser which is a holy grail for me and my boyfriend !! I tried their lip after you mentioned it, and it’s amazing. I reach for it over my laniege one…
I also received two samples of their cicaplast baum after my last purchase so I’m keen to try that out. It is pretty pricey though, especially for drugstore skincare …
Thanks for another good video. I love the Lipikar and cicaplast series from LRP. The cicaplast lip balm has played a major role in my skin care during the winter, and the Lipikar Balm AP+M has worked wonders on my dry legs. however, my cat loves it too, so I have to keep her out of the bathroom when I apply it, or else she just starts licking my shins... My holy grail sunscreen, and the one that really got me to wear sunscreen daily, is the Anthelios Anti Age SPF 50. It sinks in beautifully, it gives a natural glow, it doesn't pill, and it has shea butter that gives that silky moisturising effect.
No, I'm not sponsored, but, you know, if they offered...
Thanks for all the work you do to make this channel outstanding!
Thank you so so much hun and thanks for all the support you show me xxxx
I love la Roche-Posay! It's pretty similar to Avène but IMO, it's a little bit better. Many derms actually recommend both of them.
I think Avene have really got better this past couple of years and are rivalling LRP but your right the original LRP products are amazing.. Their serums are awful but think that's the L'Oréal influence.. Love you x
@@MadAboutSkin I agree with you on the serums LOL Love you too xx
So much info from your videos. I tried LRP Toleraine Purifying Foaming Cleanser and it was just to harsh for my sesnsitive combo more oily in summer skin. I think it was that darn Niaminacide again. I also tried their Double Reapair AM and PM moisturizers but found them too heavy for my skin. It's hard to find skincare that works for sensitive combo/oil skin. I like Cetaphil cleanser, but hate the fragrance! When you are marketing to sensive skin I don't get adding irritating fragrance. I love your honest opinions and all the research you do. Keep it up. Be well!
The cicaplast is awesome and I have oily skin. It takes a lot for me to actually use a product like that. I like the Effaclar line for acne too. And the tinted mineral spf. I’m a fan.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Your lip balm is a game changing hun. I am going to finish the la Roche posay v c, u don't want to waste, no more after this bottle ❤️🌹💋
Yay I am so so glad its working so so well for you hun and this comment has put a huge smile on my face.. love you so much xx
You look sensational Rob!!! Happy Thursday! 😍❤️
Thank you so so much hun and sending you lots of love xx
Cicaplast Baume saved my skin after I was scaly and burnt for weeks after an unfortunate slugging over tretinoin incident. Their Toleraine line is nice too!
Oh yes, I've been there. I have always combined tretinoin and the cicaplast baume since.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Spot on Rob! The LRP Touleraine foaming cleanser and double Repair moisturizer UV are staples in my routine! My kids all use the gentle cream version too. I stock up when they’re 20% off from Care To Beauty so I can also grab some EU versions like the UVMune sunscreen and Cicaplast Mains (hands) that we just can’t get here in the states. I did make the switch from their regular Cicaplast Baume to Klairs midnight blue cream and it’s worlds better!!! Thanks for the review, loving your content 💙
Happy Thursday I love their sunscreens they are my go to xx
I totally agree hun the sunscreens are amazing.. love you x
I've used La Roche Posay sunscreen in the past, but I don't anymore because I'm trying to switch over to cruelty free versions of skincare, makeup etc. My exception to this is their cicaplast soothing repairing balm. I read reviews from people saying this was better than their prescription cream for eczema so I tried it and it actually is. The prescription cream it replaced probably wasn't cruelty free either. But if Roche Posay became cruelty free I'd definitely try more of their products.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
OMG, the first time I used the LRP Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60, Oil Free Face Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin. HOLY MOLY. I have never had such non oily skin in my life. It was 🤯
Still love your approach and non-biased and fully independent views. You still are simply you. I’m around since the absolute beginning of your channel and it’s a delight to see you haven’t changed.
Unfortunately money stills rules over ethical choices. Basically,…..choosing to test on animals to still be able to gain profits is unforgivable (for me at least). As if L’Oréal isn’t making enough money already 😵💫 The Bettencourt family is one of the wealthiest of this world to date. Besides the animal testing I also can’t live with a company choosing benefits over “giving back” to the planet and their employees etc. etc. Making billions of money in profit while at the same time leaving the ones that make that possible (i.e. the employees) at the bottom of the food chain is mildly said not ethical by any means.
Keep up the good work.
I just got cicaplast because I’m starting adapalene and OMG it’s so good! I definitely will be keeping that on hand from now on. I don’t know anything about a 100ml size, the only ones available at Ulta and on Amazon for the US is the 40ml for $15. I would absolutely buy the 100ml. Lol
I love that too when using retinol :)
I totally agree with you its amazing to use with retinoids for sure and I am so so glad its making your adapolene journey better.. love you xx
I can confirm that the 100 ml version is available in Europe. I use it as a nighttime moisturizer because I'm a crazy dry skined person and it's a miracle worker for my skin.
The La Roche Posay Foaming Cleanser, ROCKS
I have yet to try anything from LRP... if they stopped all animal testing, I'd be more interested, especially in their cleansers. Those cleansers are a REALLY good deal!!
China's stance on animal abuse, animal testing, and supporting the EXTREMELY cruel, disgusting, nasty dog and cat meat and fur markets are consistently beyond disappointing. All of these issues NEED to change.
I didn’t realize they are not cruelty free. I love some of their products but now I will have to think twice thanks to this video. I don’t understand why they cannot be cruelty free! 😡
Hmmm...what's so wrong with dog and cat meat, though? I personally don't see a problem with that unless they were stolen pets.
@@msk-qp6fn you need to do more research... for one thing they DO steal pets. Another there is not a single law in China concerning animal abuse. People horrifically abuse animals in the middle of the street, on video, etc and there is nothing done about it... on top of that, there is nothing culturally relevant or important about it. It is not needed, nor due to lack of resources and food, and is a massive issue all around.
No problem with boiling and skinning animals alive, horrendous treatment, VERY ill animals that present huge health issues (just like the wet markets)... in the future perhaps don't make a comment like this without actually researching what is going on.
@@doanphuong1325 I don't either. We just no longer need to test anything cosmetic on animals anymore. I understand Rob's stance about the brand just going along with no animal testing for financial reasons, but I must confess that at this point, I'm just so happy when a company halts all animal testing that I don't really care about their motives for now. Tbh, I just want them to stop!
Geez, companies can harvest snail mucin without being cruel. We sure don't need Puppies and such being bred just to suffer through their entire, short lives. 😥 It is a bummer too since many of their established products seem really nice, like their adapalene formulations.
@@thescarletgraywitch8052 😭
Like you Rob, I only use cruelty free products so don’t use LRP. Really hoping they will take that important step fully soon. If they do, I will be in line for some of their great products.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
I use this brand all the time. But I totally agree with you regarding the serums. When I saw the vitamin C serum in a clear bottle dyed arms, I couldn’t believe it. It goes against all the things they tell you about storage of vitamin C. But I totally agree with you regarding the cicabaum And most of their face moisturizers and the vitamin a retinol eye cream. Gamechangers
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
Hi Rob, I started following you for a couple of months, because you’re into the cruelty free cause and I love that.
Do you have a video on the cruelty free brands?
Here in France LRP is quite cheaper than elsewhere and they indeed have fantastic products but they’re not CF so I am trying to replace those with other brands… the journey is not that sways 😅
Thanks Rob for your clear and precise videos
Have a great day!
Indeed as a French, I was used to see this brand around for decades. I was wondering about their new found fame the past year or so when actually it was always a low key, niche brand. Now I know why: it's been bought by cosmetic mastodon L'Oréal! This explains why we see it everywhere. Good marketing. The prices though😱😱😱😱
@Emily Wood probably... I don't use Tiktok so I wouldn't know... But I am sure L'Oréal would know how to use this platform to their advantage for their marketing...
Personally the products are a bit meh for me. The Sports sunscreen applies like wall paste. The foaming cleanser is only so-so. I would rather go for the sister brand, Vichy. The texture is just more elegant. If I want a nice occlusive moisturiser that does it all I will go for Aveeno. So much cheaper gm for gm and lasts and lasts.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Thanks so much for the video👍🏻I didn’t know they are not cruelty free…uhmm
I have been using their Toleriane cleanser for years but I will stop and look for another one that is actually cruelty free😁
Hello from Canada. I do like The HayluB5 serum, the Toleraine cream with spf and my favourite is their tinted mineral spf for face. I have to say that this creamy rich formula replaced completely any need for foundation for me. I literally have women stoping me and asking what I use on my face.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I love LRP, especially the cleansers and moisturizers. They always used to be fragrance free which I like, although I haven’t tried any of their serums. You can also buy them online from one company which has a third off their prices quite often, which is handy for stocking up.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
What company is that?
That sunscreen works under every foundation, every concealer, and every eyeshadow primer I've ever tried.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Thank you for your great videos and all the information. I"ve learnt so much from you. Hello from Switzerland
Thank you so so much for your love and support and sending you lots of love xx
This what an honest and jnteligent review is 👌 I enjoyed the video very much.I buy only Anthelios UV 400 regulary as it's perfect for my oily acne prone skin but the whole rest is highly overrated to me 🤷
Oh thank you so so much hun and thank you for watching.. love x
Here in Brazil, the LRP retinol B3 serum comes with pure retinol, which sits higher at the ingredient list than the palmitate version.
Oh I didnt know that so thank you so much for sharing. love xx
In fact, what you are telling us is that La Roche Posay has been ruined by Loreal. It is hardly surprising.
It used to be a good solid brand prescribed by dermatologists in France. They did not have serums and things like that in their range. It is probably the Loreal effect!
Very disappointing that Loreal feel obliged to buy and destroy everyting. I use the sunscreen and if I buy another product it will only be a moisturising cream or something solid and basic.
If they discontinue any of their classics i'm screwed. Their effaclar line saved my skin and i swear bg it
I doubt it. In France, LRP is still prescribed by dermatologists (their classic products). I would think they would want to maintain their reputation. The serums are probably to keep with the trends and make money. I might be wrong of course!
Great video. Thank you! I started using about 7 years ago. However I do not use the entire line. I started with sunscreen, then cicaplast, toleriane line, body & face washes as of late (lipkar & toleriane) I buy when on sale as they are expensive. I do not use anything with fragrance (including essential oils, some extracts or anything sensitizing), & then the drying alcohol, or witch hazel. I actually started with Avene sunscreen but switched to la Roche because of the ingredient list. The Avene cicaplast for example, has some questionable ingredients. Would love to see a talk on Avene!?! I have looked into a lot of the dupes both makeup & skincare. Unfortunately, when you look up each ingredient you'll find that many of the ingredients in cheaper products are deemed as average for the most part & only a few or less better ingredients. Thus I've stuck with la Roche and other more expensive products. For make up I might (minimal) try inexpensive dupes or such but not for skincare. But so far I can't help but notice the difference long term. I'm still not convinced that inexpensive vs more expensive are one & the same. Unlike food, it is hard to see the difference short term. I think that if you're under 25, start small (inexpensive) but don't sacrifice quality, & by the time you hit 30, don't take risks. The beauty industry is at its peak but who wants to spend their hard earned cash & time on reversing, fixing ... And as you can see prices are going up. I am not for splurging (as some call it), but I will spend depending on what I'm getting. Do I think la Roche is overpriced, maybe. But there is more to say about than just ingredients or price. Competition plays in the price too. Every business wants as much profit as possible. From ELF to la mer. I don't consider the brand more than ingredients. While I would prefer quality over looks (packaging) who isn't drawn to more beautiful things. In a perfect world I would love for everything to look lovely but at this point in time, I prefer quality. And don't want to pay for fancy packaging. But it sells. So that's a battle I'm not messing with. But I am certainly not in support of it & may buy as a gift to spoil someone but just to have a pretty package with not so pretty ingredients, I won't. I tried the ordinary for under a year & did not see the same results when I used more expensive brands. With these not only short term results, but lasting. It takes months before I see my skin reverting. but with many inexpensive, if any significant results, only while using, if that. With my current skincare my skin gets better & better even though I'm aging, as all of us are. Nonetheless I really enjoy MAD ABOUT SKIN. And this conversation is so important & light here. Sorry if my comment lays heavy. Not my intention. I really want to support this channel. Which is why I started writing! But once I started writing I realized once again how important it is to talk and discuss our past present & future in this way. Thank you MAD About SKIN. Well done. Looking forward to another. Xoxo
I really do like their products but, they're substantially more expensive in the United States. When I order from Europe it's still cheaper than buying here, even with the cost of shipping. Also, I WISH we had the 100ML CicaPlast here! It's the opposite here, they discontinued the large size and kept the small size lol. I've found that Soonjung 2x Barrier Intense Cream is a good dupe.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Where do you buy?
I use the hydrating cleanser and Cicaplast. Everything else I’ve tried (e.g., the entire ultra sensitive line) was unimpressive.
I need to add that I’m looking for cruelty free versions of both products. Once I find them, I won’t use LRP anymore.
@@SandiTink Maybe you could try Mustela's vitamin barrier cream??? It is a nappy cream but I find it very moisturizing and soothing when I have irritations. I do think Mustela does not test on animals and uses plant derived ingredients.
@@msk-qp6fn Thanks! I’ll check it out.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
As someone with atopic eczema (neurodermatitis) la roche-posay is one of the few brands I can use and buy without having to order online. I use their hydrating sunscreen (SPF 50), the lipikar cleanser as well as their cicaplast for dry patches.
For what they charge for their more expensive higher end SPF facial lotions, they should have ones that don’t irritate the eyes. Even their new 400 product irritates the eyes! A great product I can’t even use on my face now.
I used that product yesterday for the first time and my eyes were a mess! I’m going to use it just on my neck from now on.
It's why I use Avene Intense Protect my friend. I have tried various LRP sunscreens yet they all sting except for the kids sunscreen.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Sooooooo many great L. Posay products have been a staple in my skincare for over a decade. ♥️ However, always in for the new insights 🙌 Wow, do the prices vary from a country to a country in Europe, not to mention US. Agreed on the serums mentioned. The only one using is Hyalu B. Personally do not mind fragrance in skin care. This one is absolutely expert formulated. It's packed with benefetial ingredients, parfume being the last one. And yes! If you've proved and tested for decades a product that is definitely top notch, it is about time to stop testing it on animals. 🙌p.s. though, Eucerin has stepped up their 'game' I must say
I totally agree hun Eucerin is really getting better and better for sure. love you x
I have to say that I've had mostly negative experiences with LRP products, which is odd considering I do not have sensitive skin and very rarely get any sort of negative reaction to skincare. I find it questionable that, being a "pharmacy" brand, some of their products are so strongly fragranced you might as well be rubbing perfume on your face (I think the worst one I've tried is the B5 ampoule). The Anthelios sunscreen was another big disappointment as it BURNS my face like no other sunscreen I've ever tried - I do get a bit of a tingle with some chemical sunscreens but Anthelios is painful, it's like rubbing my face with sandpaper. However, I agree with your opinion on the Cicaplast Baume, I've been using it for years and the stuff is amazing!
Hi Rob this brand has some excellent products for truly sensitive and atopic skin and a lot of staples in my routine are from French pharmacy brands, for that reason. Their baby cicaplast and lipikar balms are products I'm never without. I like some of the cleansers, but prefer the Avene cleansers for my own skin. As far as "cruelty free" all European brands do not themselves test on animals and I refuse to let China's practices dictate my buying decisions. China is completely disinterested in what the rest of the world thinks of them and have a very different cultural take on animal cruelty, which is far more than just the testing of cosmetics practices.
French pharmacy brands often have ranges that are targeted at specific skin concerns eg acne, eczema, rosacea etc and for those of us affected by these conditions, are often some of the best products on the market for alleviating or minimising these concerns. They have many gentle and effective products with minimal INCI lists, that truly don't aggravate some of these concern also. They're readily accessible to many people in a variety of countries, without the hassle of online ordering from a different country too. There is a reason why I continue to buy from these brands - it's because many of the products work for me and there are so many products on the market that don't. I have both rosacea and eczema, as well as super dry menopausal skin - all of this makes it a nightmare to find products that just work on my skin. It really does limit the brands and products I can use without irritating my skin and no brand from cosmetic giants is going to be without faults. Best wishes.
I have a question. Do you mean that La Roche Posay doesn't test on animals by saying all European brands don't?
@@AllysonRiley-d4k they do not test on animals during the manufacture of their products. The controversy is about after market testing by China. In order to sell in China products not made there are subject to random testing including testing cosmetics on animals. LRP does not do testing themselves but they know China has this practice and continue to supply them with product. This is the current situation around being cruelty free. Animal testing has been banned in Europe for a long time so no product made here is tested on animals before you use it. The only issue is China continuing to test after manufacture. I hope that clarifies x
I know that you’re not a big fan of Cerave, but I’d love to hear your thoughts on their acne line which recently launched in Boots. I’m especially intrigued by their retinol serum which, in my opinion, is relatively affordable given its ingredients.
I am so pissed at LRP for their dicking around on the cruelty free status I have their Cicaplast balm and the AP lipakar lotion and cleanser which I use in winter months these really help in winter here but I need to look for some dupes as I don't like using products tested on animals if I can avoid it. Please keep us updated on their status
I have few product in my routines. So far, I am very happy and safe to use the products!
Hope all is amazing with you hun and thank you so much for sharing.. love you x
LRP is a major staple for me. I use the Toleriane hydrating gentle cleanser, and the foaming version for workout/yard work/particularly grungy days. The foaming version has also proved great as a general body wash. The sunscreens work incredibly well for me. I order in the Anthelios UVmune 400 50+ hydrating cream from the UK/Europe. Dr. Dray mentioned it, and holy crap. It is perfect for my skin that tends dry. I don’t think it would work for more oily skin. When I want something lighter, I have the Toleriane SPF 30 moisturizer. For body, I have SPF 60 lotion. Once I go through what I have I’ll try to get body sunscreen from the UK/Europe for the better filters.
I love the Avene Cicalfate balm, sorry to LRP but I won’t change that. 😂 I do agree on the serums- very meh. LRP, Vichy, Avene, ELF are the main brands in my skin care, with a couple other products from No 7, Ordinary, Paula’s Choice.
Loreal has a good taste in the brands they eat up, I have to give them that. They bought LRP, Vichy, Garnier, CeraVe, Body Shop, SkinCeuticals, Khiels, Biotherm, Youth to the People, etc. Whether they do a good job in keeping said brands is a different matter, though (looking at what they did to Body Shop for example). I haven't got much against Loreal and their brands, but I have been trying to use less of Loreal's products. It's why I have been hoarding Avene Intense Protect whenever I see them, using Bepanthen instead of Cicaplast, and trying out Mustela and Uriage and other local brands and lesser known k-beauty brands.
I love that brand. They have saved my skin. Cicaplast balm is the amazing. Their sensitive skin moisturizer helps when I have tretinon outbreak. Their cleanser is amazing. Love their sunscreen. In Canada cancer society thumbs up to them.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
@@MadAboutSkin You are fabulous. So sincere wish you were out of Canada. Have you ever tried Neutrogena?? I am telling you I am 53 and it has made a huge change. I changed my skincare last November.
I'm trying out my first LRP product since recently but I'm so disappointed to hear about the animal cruelty, not gonna purchase this again :\
I've been aware of LRP in Boots for many years but with sooo many products on display, had never tried it. Recently I had the opportunity to try out the fluid shaka SPF 50 and it is a game-changer for me. I have very fair, freckly skin which is sun-sensitive and the shaka SPF 50 has enabled me to feel safe in the sunshine (still in shade lol). Not only that but the texture is lovely - it seems to adhere to face skin almost like a primer - and indeed I use it as a primer under makeup. It doesn't make my eyes sting and it doesn't change the "colour" of my skin under makeup - no oiling up etc. The newer formula is more yellowy tinged and I prefer the original shaka one. I've struggled to find a SPF that feels good on the face, doesn't cause breakouts, and doesn't go oily (& cast white in photos) - this one is IT.
La Roche Posay is actually cruelty free because Loreal uses a technology called Episkin. You can look it up if you'd like but China uses it as of 2024. So as far as cruelty free goes Loreal sunscreens in China if tested would be used in this technology now.
It was an incredible video... I love LRP spf for me because it's easy to get and at a good price. Let's be honest, they have amazing products except for the serums, which I don't understand why they're so expensive when there are so many amazing serums out there for half the price or less and the curlety free thing little bit cold as you mentioned
May ask a question What are your thoughts on Vichy?
Agreed I love LRP sunscreen - moisturizer but Vichy serums are amazing I have tried 2 and I’m in love
Agreed I love LRP sunscreen - moisturizer but Vichy serums are amazing I have tried 2 and I’m in love
Vichy is a sister brand of LRP and have similar products, except for the serums which are unique to it. My quarrel with these two brands is again the L'Oréal effect: L'Oréal just feels the need to mess up with most brands they acquire!
I’d LOVEEEE to see a 111skin video cause I’ve spent way too much on this brand….
Hi hun, I am not a fan of them because of the price point and the marketing claims they make.. have you been seeing good results with their products? love xx
@@MadAboutSkin i know it’s not a very affordable brand, but their immediate result is pretty good, I’m obsessed with the Rose gold (brightening) and sun-zero (depuffing) face masks, you can rly see immediate results, but it’s not very economically sustainable for me … since I’m only 25, i don’t see a whole lot of results from their black diamond line
@@MadAboutSkin and also i got into this brand bc lady Gaga’s using it 😝 wanna feel closer to my goddess
Is their Vit C really that bad 😬 I've had it in my mini fridge (with my other vitamin c serums) for a couple months now. It was next on my list to use. I hope it's not super fragranced. I can handle a little fragrance but not too much as long as it works!
Its not great so I would return it if you can but if not then its worth trying.. it is a little on the drying side so maybe moisturiser more after using it. love you x
@@MadAboutSkin I got it at a huge sale price ($5) so I can't return it. I'm big on hydrating and moisturizering so I'll just make sure to replenish. Stratia liquid gold should even it out!
Thanks for the review, personally I love La Roche. And this is interesting what you say about the size of Cicaplast. I Poland you can buy them in 40ml size. There is even smaller size 25ml I think. :)
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I know what the science says about niacinamide concentration, but my skin flourishes with a 10% serum (haven't tried the LRP one and don't plan to, though...I'm glad to see my suspicions about their serums validated).
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
I wish this video came out 2 weeks ago as I purchased the LRP hyalu b5 serum…for the first time
I hope its working well for you and keep us posted... love you x
Really disappointed about the cruelty free status, I was waiting for an update on this as I really wanted to try the sunscreen but definitely won’t be
Thanks Rob :)
I totally agree hun, I expected so much more from them.. Love xx
Thank you! Helpful information
Thank you so much for watching and love you x
Such a great and informative video! Thank you!
Thank you so so much hun and sending you lots of love xx
Great video! Do you have any thoughts on Mixa serums? I have seen couple of comparison videos with the serums that you mentioned. I'm using Mixa Hyalurogel Serum for Sensitive Skin and it's really nice so far. It has niacinamide in it also.
I love their gentle hydrating cleanser and thermal water
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so much love xx
They still sell the 40ml of the Cicaplast Balm in Target here in the US! I just bought it two weeks ago for $14.99… that’s crazy they only sell the 100ml there in the UK!
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I love videos like this. thank you!
Thank you so so much hun snd sending you lots of love xx
I use both their adapalene and their Benzoyl peroxide cream. I haven’t really used anything else from them
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I really loved their Shaka sunscreen but the high alcohol content dried my skin so bad it was peeling. So sad 😞
Oh gosh I am so sorry to hear than and I hope you have found a replacement which works just as well.. love you x
I use the Lipkar body wash and lotion and the toleraine cleanser and moisturizer. I would not be without any of them especially the cleanser
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I love love love that your skin looks healthy but not like you used Vaseline to contour your face prior to filming! Look gorg!
My only gripe with the brand is that I keep hearing "Posey" as "Poosay" 😹
Jokes aside, I agree about the serums being kinda useless and the pricing as well. Luckily in my country we still carry the 15 and 40ml Cicaplast balm, but I don't what I'd do with a 100ml since I barely get through the 40ml one because it's so thick and emergency only :(
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Only thing I’ve ever purchased from them is their hydrating cleanser which I’ve been loving and is a lot more affordable than their other products
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
Thanks for the video! Can’t wait for LRP to go truely cruelty free! 💚
My gf is been using this for 5yrs now... she told me its really good... and she read this Lah roh shey po sahy
I think the 40ml in just not sold at Boots anymore. I live in Germany and it’s widely available here. As is the 15ml.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so much love xx
Interesting points with the increased price points and sizes in the U.K… I do however think the pricing and also the sizes available vary a quite a bit from country to country. In my country in Northern Europe you have to search hard to find the Cicaplast 100 ml in any pharmacy as they all mostly offer the 40 ml and the 100 ml only on occasion. Whereas in France you can readily get both pretty much always. In my country you also cannot find some of their products as the lineup offered here is somewhat decreased. Price wise La Roche Posay is always substantially cheaper to buy from France and French or Spanish online pharmacies, that luckily get more and more available these days. It is sometimes a price difference of almost 50% compared to the prices where I live which is pretty outrageous when you think about it. But to be fair this does not seem to have anything to do with La Roche Posay as a brand but as a whole when it comes to the French pharma brands like Avène, Bioderma and it’s likes as well as other typically French brands that are also often sold in French pharmacies like Vichy, Darphine and so on… So these days I only buy these brands from French or Spanish online retailers as that saves so much money despite the increase in all over environment impact as of course it would be better if the brands made sure prices were kept low in all markets to prevent people from buying too much overseas. But when push comes to shove, just like with the animal testing for the Chinese market the environment does not mean much for the market-consumerism driven people…😘
I use the liquid matte mineral sunscreen, the Redermic C, scrub. Love these three products.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so much love xx
Rob ❤ could you recommend cruelty free alternatives to LRP Effaclar Duo Plus and Effaclar Duo Plus Unifiant? ❤❤❤ I found these to be helpful for decades old PIE scars on my back. I would prefer supporting cruelty free. PS: Lidl sun cream spf50 for kids is wayyyyy better for oily skin than sny of the La Roche!
Some products are good but i don"t use anymore since i'm cruelty free
I bought their Effaclar H. And it was terrible, made me feel like I hadn't used a cleanser at all. My skin felt clogged and I brokeout in spots.
I will stick with my double cleans duo of Squalane Cleanser and Micellar water.
Denaturated alcohol is penetration enhancer in the vit C serum. Vit C is not the easiest ingredient to deliver where you want it to be
I agree with this but there are other options which re less drying and the issue here is the pH and if the pH was better the penetration would be better anyway. thanks for sharing and sending love x
I love la roche-posay along with Avene.
Did you mention their cleansers & I missed it? They’re pretty good & worth trying. Just sayin’ . . . 😉
haha I love their cleansers :) love you too xx
What do you think of the Hylaronic Acid Serum? Good to know regarding the Retinol Serum!
When my skin gets really sensitised I find their Toleraine Dermallergo fluid is one of the few things that helps, but I do slightly resent spending £18.50 on 30ml of product that gets used up so fast - nevermind all that unrecyclable plastic. I'd much rather spend my skincare budget on fun things when my skin's recovered!!
Hi. Can you please suggest any good Azelaic acid available in Canada. Most of the products you mentioned is unavailable in Canada 😭 not even the Ordinarys one and Paula’s choice. Or any alternatives would also work. Thanks 🙏
Canada does not allow the sale of azelaic acid over the counter for some reason so the only way to get it is to import it. I would go to the face theory uk website and buy it from there are they will ship to Canada. love x
@@MadAboutSkin perfect. Thank you 🙏
I tried quite some products, but nothing wowed me except for Toleriane cleanser :)
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx
I really like their sunscreen and lipikar body baume, they are amazing. Could you please review the brand e nature?
I will check them out thanks for the recommendation.. love you x
I’ve seen a lot of videos on the line GoPure skincare. I wanted to know if you have heard of this line. It is cruelty free. I would for you to do a review. Your thoughts please. ❤️Fran
I will keep the brand in mind thank you so much for the suggestion.. love x
@@MadAboutSkin I have one more question. What is your opinion on ZO skincare
Some of their products are good. But the Vitamin C serum dried up my skin, not a fan of this product. I have issue with some of their sunscreens- dry me up. Products for sensitive skin - those are quite good.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
I will never use LRP unless it is confirmed to be cruelty free! Why would I? Didn't know it was part of L'Oréal either! I don't want any animals to suffer because of how a cream feels/smells on my skin. Lots of good brands out there to chose from that are cruelty free or vegan even better and do the same job.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you so so much love xx
Yasssssss. Finally
Love you x
The cicaplast balm made my skin feel awful and dry. It also gave me a huge zit.
Oh gosh I am sorry to hear that and hopefully your skin has recovered.. love x
@@MadAboutSkin no need to be sorry 😃not every product can work for everyone. Thanks for all of your great information
I love their foundations and buy them on eBay since I live in the US.
Thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xx