La Roche-Posay is a French dermocosmetic skincare brand founded in 1975, now part of the L'Oreal Group's Active Cosmetics Division. The brand is named after the town of La Roche-Posay in France, home to a thermal spring whose selenium-rich water has been used for centuries to treat skin conditions. La Roche-Posay is the number-one dermatologist-recommended skincare brand in the United States and is widely available in pharmacies, dermatology offices, and online retailers worldwide.
The La Roche-Posay website offers its full range of products spanning facial care, sun care, body care, and specialized treatments for conditions like eczema, acne, and rosacea. The brand's formulations are rigorously tested under dermatological control and are designed to be safe for sensitive skin. Hero products include the Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer, Effaclar acne treatment line, Anthelios sunscreens, and Cicaplast Baume B5 multi-purpose balm. The brand is also a leader in sun protection education and skin cancer prevention advocacy.