La Roche-Posay Moisturizing Foaming Wash for Dry Skin — Shea Butter & Niacinamide, Soap‑Free Hydrating Cleanser

La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash is a soap‑free, fragrance‑free foaming cleanser formulated with shea butter, niacinamide, glycerin and prebiotic thermal water to gently cleanse and help maintain hydration for dry, sensitive skin.

This gentle face and body wash is designed to remove dirt and impurities without stripping natural oils. Clinically tested and accepted by the National Eczema Association, the Lipikar AP+ wash produces a soft foam that soothes skin in the shower while supporting the skin’s moisture barrier. It is free of parabens and fragrances, non‑comedogenic, and suitable for the whole family, including babies from two weeks onward.

How does this wash help keep skin hydrated during and after showering?

The formula combines humectants and emollients to attract and lock in moisture immediately upon cleansing. It helps protect skin from the drying effects of water and leaves skin feeling softer rather than tight.

• Glycerin draws water to the skin for immediate hydration.
• Shea butter restores the hydrolipidic film and helps seal in moisture.
• Niacinamide soothes and supports barrier function without irritation.
• La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water helps comfort sensitive skin after washing.

Is this safe for sensitive skin, babies, or eczema-prone skin?

Yes — this wash is formulated for sensitive and extra‑dry skin types and is accepted by the National Eczema Association. It is fragrance‑free, soap‑free, allergy‑tested, and dermatologically evaluated to reduce the risk of irritation.

• National Eczema Association accepted for eczema-prone skin.
• Gentle surfactants that cleanse without stripping lipids.
• Suitable for infants (from two weeks), children, and adults.
• Paraben‑free and non‑comedogenic for safer daily use.

How should I use Lipikar AP+ wash for best results?

Apply the pumpable foaming wash to wet skin, lather gently, then rinse thoroughly. For optimal skin barrier support, follow with a moisturizer such as Lipikar AP+ Triple Repair Moisturizer while skin is still slightly damp.

• Use daily in the shower or bath for face and body cleansing.
• Pat skin dry — avoid vigorous rubbing to preserve moisture.
• Seal hydration with a compatible moisturizer immediately after drying.
• Use consistently to help maintain long‑lasting comfort and reduced dryness.

What are the main ingredients and what role do they play?

The wash combines gentle cleansing agents with clinically chosen hydrators and soothing actives to cleanse without compromise. Ingredients were selected to balance effective cleansing with barrier support for sensitive, dry skin.

• Sodium Laureth Sulfate and coco‑betaine provide a mild foaming cleanse.
• Glycerin and PEG‑7 glyceryl cocoate act as moisturizers and humectants.
• Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) offers emollient, barrier‑supporting benefits.
• Niacinamide and mannanose contribute to calming and prebiotic support.

Who is this for? La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash is intended for people who need a non‑irritating, hydrating cleanser: anyone with dry, sensitive, or eczema‑prone skin, caregivers shopping for baby‑safe products, and anyone who prefers fragrance‑free, dermatologist‑tested formulations. It’s a practical daily wash for households seeking gentle cleansing that supports long‑lasting skin comfort and barrier health.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER • GLYCERIN • SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE • PEG-200 HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL PALMATE • COCO-BETAINE • POLYSORBATE 20 • CITRIC ACID • PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE • NIACINAMIDE • ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER / SHEA BUTTER • COCAMIDE MEA • DISODIUM EDTA • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • MANNOSE • POLYQUATERNIUM-11 • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • VITREOSCILLA FERMENT