La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Micro-Peeling Gel Cleanser is a gentle exfoliating gel cleanser designed to cleanse the skin and help reduce the appearance of dark spots, pigmentation, and post-acne marks, while evening the appearance of skin tone and improving radiance. Its formula combines Melasyl™, Niacinamide, and PHA acid to help target the appearance of pigmentation, remove accumulated surface cells, and support skin renewal appearance so the skin looks clearer, smoother, and more even.

The cleanser works with Micro-Peeling technology, which helps cleanse the skin, remove impurities, and gently exfoliate dead skin cells without stripping it of its natural moisture, while Melasyl™ contributes to caring for the appearance of stubborn pigmentation, Niacinamide helps support the skin barrier and improve the appearance of uneven tone, and PHA Gluconolactone provides gentle surface exfoliation that supports softness and radiance.

Main Features and Benefits:

• Targets the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation: Contains Melasyl™, an ingredient developed by La Roche-Posay, to help reduce the visibility of pigmentation and stubborn spots while maintaining the skin’s natural tone.
• Helps even the appearance of skin tone and cares for uneven areas caused by pigmentation, sun marks, and post-acne marks.
• Gentle micro-peeling exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and renew the appearance of the skin surface without the need for harsh exfoliating particles.
• Contains PHA Gluconolactone: helps gently exfoliate the skin surface and improve its texture and radiance with a relatively gentler nature than many other exfoliating acids.
• Niacinamide Vitamin B3: helps improve the appearance of uneven tone and spots, while supporting the moisture barrier and skin comfort.
• Cleanses the skin from dirt, impurities, and daily buildup while maintaining a comfortable feel without excessively drying the skin.
• Helps improve the appearance of post-acne marks and pigmentation that remains after blemishes fade within a complete skincare routine.
• Supports the radiance of dull skin by cleansing it and exfoliating surface cells that may make it look less clear and vibrant.
• Helps smooth rough and uneven texture so the skin looks smoother and more refined with regular use.
• Supports the natural skin barrier thanks to the presence of Ceramide NP, Niacinamide, and Glycerin in the formula.
• Helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance and natural pH during cleansing.
• Non-comedogenic, oil-free, soap-free, and sulfate-free, and tested on sensitive skin to provide cleansing suitable for different skin types.
• Combines cleansing, exfoliation, and pigmentation care in one step that helps prepare the skin for the rest of the Mela B3 products or dark spot care routine.

Helps To:

• Reduce the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation.
• Care for post-acne marks and post-inflammatory pigmentation.
• Improve the appearance of spots caused by the sun and aging.
• Even the appearance of uneven skin tone.
• Gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells.
• Renew the appearance of the skin surface and improve its smoothness.
• Improve the radiance of dull skin and give it a clearer appearance.
• Cleanse the skin from dirt, impurities, and buildup.
• Support the skin barrier and maintain comfort during cleansing.
• Prepare the skin for serum, moisturizer, and pigmentation care products.

Suitable for:

Expected Results:

• Skin looks cleaner, clearer, and smoother after use.
• Helps remove impurities, dead skin cells, and surface buildup.
• Gradual improvement in the appearance of dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone.
• Helps make post-acne marks and sun spots less visible within a complete pigmentation care routine.
• Skin texture looks smoother and more even thanks to gentle PHA exfoliation.
• Skin looks more radiant, clearer, and more vibrant with the removal of accumulated surface cells.
• Supports the appearance of a more even skin tone with continued use.
• Helps maintain the skin barrier and comfort during cleansing.
• In a product study after 4 weeks, 94% reported that skin looked clearer and felt softer, 91% said it was smoother, and 82% said skin tone looked more even.
• Results may vary from person to person depending on the nature and depth of pigmentation, skin type, consistency of use, daily sun protection, and the other products used in the routine.

How to Use:

1. Wet the face with water before using the cleanser.
2. Apply a suitable amount of gel to wet skin.
3. Gently massage the face in circular motions while avoiding the eye area.
4. Gently focus on areas suffering from pigmentation and uneven texture without harsh rubbing.
5. Rinse the skin well with water until the cleanser is completely removed.
   
6. The product can be used morning and evening according to skin tolerance.

Usage Tips from Beauty Time:

• The Beauty Time team recommends using the cleanser regularly within a complete pigmentation routine, because dark spot care requires consistency and daily sun protection, not exfoliation alone.
• After cleansing, you can use Mela B3 Serum or a serum suitable for pigmentation, then a moisturizer according to the skin’s needs.
• Do not rub the skin harshly; the PHA and micro-peeling formula is designed to work without the need for harsh friction that may cause irritation.
• If your skin is sensitive or not used to exfoliants, start using it once daily, then increase use according to skin tolerance.
• If you use retinol or other exfoliating acids, monitor the skin’s response and avoid over-combining them if redness, dryness, peeling, or persistent stinging appears.
• Use a suitable moisturizer after cleansing to help support the skin barrier and maintain moisture balance.
• For more effective care of pigmentation and acne marks, avoid picking at blemishes because this may increase the chance of post-inflammatory pigmentation.
• A daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is a very essential step, because exposure to UV rays may increase the visibility of pigmentation and limit the results of a brightening and tone-evening routine.

Ingredients:

• Melasyl™ - 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine: A multi-patented ingredient developed by La Roche-Posay to help reduce the appearance of pigmentation and stubborn dark spots while respecting the skin’s natural tone.
• Niacinamide Vitamin B3: helps improve the appearance of pigmentation and uneven tone, while supporting the skin barrier and moisture retention.
• Gluconolactone PHA: provides gentle surface exfoliation and removal of dead cells to help improve smoothness, radiance, and even-looking skin.
• Ceramide NP: helps support the natural skin barrier and reduce moisture loss.
• Glycerin: helps draw moisture and maintain skin softness during the cleansing process.
• Capryloyl Glycine: helps support skin balance and purification within the cleansing formula.
• Vitamin E Tocopherol and Tocopheryl Acetate: provide antioxidant support to help protect the skin from the effects of oxidative factors.
• La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water: helps support skin comfort and soothing within the cleanser formula.
• Full Ingredients: Aqua / Water, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Propanediol, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Ceramide NP, Niacinamide, 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine (Melasyl™), Sodium Thiosulfate, Disodium EDTA, Capryloyl Glycine, Caprylyl Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 17200 / Red 33, Fragrance.

Warnings:

• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with the eye area, and if the product gets into the eyes, rinse them well with water.
• If your skin is highly sensitive or not used to exfoliants, it is preferable to start gradually and monitor skin tolerance.
  
• The product contains fragrance, so it is preferable to take this into consideration for people highly sensitive to fragranced products.
  
• Store in a suitable place away from heat and direct sunlight, and close the package well after use.
• The manufacturer may update the formula or ingredient list; therefore, please always review the ingredient list on the packaging.