Reviewed by Dr. Younghun Cho
Pharmacist's Verdict
La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ is an excellent, dermatologist-recommended moisturizing cream that effectively repairs the skin barrier and soothes irritation, making it a top choice for anyone with very dry, sensitive, or eczema-prone skin.
Ingredient Analysis
Ceramide-3
Shea Butter
Niacinamide
La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water
Glycerin
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Accepted by the National Eczema Association, making it suitable for very sensitive and atopic skin.
- Contains a powerful combination of ceramides, shea butter, and niacinamide to restore skin moisture.
- Fragrance-free and safe for the whole family, including babies as young as two weeks.
- Large pump bottle provides a good value for a high-quality formulation.
Cons
- The thick texture can feel heavy or greasy, especially for those with normal or oily skin types.
- May be too rich for acne-prone individuals to use on the face.
- The pump dispenser can make it difficult to get the last bit of cream out of the bottle.
Research & References
FDA and PubMed citations are being compiled for this product.