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La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz

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La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz - 1 of 4
$26.99 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Gentle cleanser maintains the natural moisture barrier and pH of the skin.
  • After 4 weeks, skin tone appears more even, and spots appear less visible.
  • Bottle made from 99% recycled plastic, *excluding the pump
  • Sensitive Skin Tested, Allergy Tested, and Dermatologist Tested
  • Non-Comedogenic
  • Oil-free, soap-free, sulfate-free

Description

La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Face Cleanser is a brightening face wash formulated with Melasyl & Niacinamide that work together to help visibly correct even stubborn dark spots. This facial cleanser cleanses skin of dirt & impurities, without drying out the skin & exfoliates to reveal a more even skin tone.

Key Ingredients:
Melasyl, the newest, exclusive La Roche-Posay ingredient targets discoloration, while respecting the natural tone of all skin.
Niacinamide, a vitamin B3 helps visibly fade skin discoloration.

How to Use:
Step 1: Wet skin & work cleanser into a lather
Step 2: Rinse & pat dry.
Use with Mela B3 Serum in AM & PM, & Mela B3 UV in AM.

Brand Story:
Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay offers unique daily skincare developed using a strict formulation charter and stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin.
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Contains Melasyl, Contains Niacinamide
Product Form: Gel
Beauty Purpose: Spot Treatment, Skin Tone Improvement, Smoothing, Color Correction, Anti-Aging, Dark Circle Reduction, Basic Cleansing, Skin Texture Improvement, Dark Spot Reduction, Deep Cleaning
Recommended Skin Type: Mature, Combination, Extra Sensitive, Normal, Very Dry
Features: Safe to Use On Sensitive Skin, Non-Drying, Moisturizing, Non-Comedogenic
TCIN: 91383166
UPC: 3337875890069
Item Number (DPCI): 037-14-0798
Origin: Imported
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Ingredients:

aqua/water/eau; 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; sodium thiosulfate; disodium edta; capryloyl glycine; caprylyl glycol; trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate; pentylene glycol; acrylates copolymer; tocopherol; tocopheryl acetate; parfum/fragrance.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 1.772 inches length x 1.772 inches width x 7.205 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.54 pounds

Return details

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Q: Do you need to wear sunscreen while using this product?

submitted by BaMottaB - 6 months ago
  • A: Hello BalMottaB, Thank you for taking the time to reach out. When using La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser 6.76 fl oz, we recommend to complete your daytime routine with a sunscreen. A great option would be to pair this product with our Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF. Anthelios Tinted Mineral Sunscreen is now available in four flexible shades: Tinted, Medium, Medium-Deep, and Deep. Formulated with iron oxides, this 100% mineral sunscreen has a subtle, blendable tint that leaves a healthy glow without white cast when worn alone. The gentle, non-greasy texture also provides a smooth base for makeup application on all skin types to help you achieve your desired end look. We hope you will give this product a try soon!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 5 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey, Great question! We recommend to always follow up with SPF in your AM skincare routine. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: can this be used in a routine with azelaic acid in the am and tretinoin in the pm?

submitted by 7878 - 3 months ago
  • A: Hello 7878, Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz. We recommend if you are using a prescription strength tretinoin or azelaic acid product to consult your treating physician first before incorporating this product into your routine. In general, La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser can be used with azelaic acid and retinol products, however this product has not been tested along side the use of prescription strength tretinoin products. We hope this information has been helpful and that you can add this product to your routine with great success!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 3 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey, Great question! Yes you can use incorporate the La Roche Posay Mela 3 Gel cleanser in both your AM and PM routine. The following ingredients will not clash. We recommend to always follow up with your favorite SPF in the morning! For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I use vitamin c after using this to wash my face???

submitted by JeanAnn - 5 months ago
  • A: Hi there, JeanAnn! Thank you for reaching out about our Mela B3 Gel Cleanser. We recommend following this cleanser with our Mela B3 Serum. This anti-aging serum visibly reduces a range of skin discoloration, including sunspots, age spots, post-acne marks (or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), and even the most persistent dark spots. Powered by Melasyl™, the newest, exclusive La Roche-Posay ingredient, in combination with 10% Niacinamide. A first-of-its-kind discoloration treatment to visibly correct persistent dark spots with long-lasting results, while respecting the natural tone of all skin. We hope this is helpful!

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 5 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey JeanAnn, Great question! Yes, you can pair a vitamin c serum/moisturizer after washing your face with the La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser. Always remember to wear a SPF in the AM! For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this product safe for a teenage boy with acne scars?

submitted by Sherry Z - 2 months ago
  • A: Hello Sherry Z. Thank you for your interest in La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser 6.76 oz. Unless specifically labeled for use on children, our products are not formulated for or tested for use on children. Our children’s products are not tested on children under the age of 3 years except those labeled as baby products. Please check with your child's pediatrician if you have questions about the use of a specific product. In accordance with US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s definition, we consider a child to be 12 years old and under.

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this cleanser safe for pregnant women?

submitted by Molm - 4 months ago
  • A: Hello Molm, Thank you for your inquiry on La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz. While every ingredient we use in our products is evaluated for safety, we do not specifically test our products on women who are pregnant or nursing. ensures there is a substantial information supporting the safety of our products when used as directed by consumers. However, as there could be certain ingredients that physicians may not recommend for use during pregnancy and nursing, we always recommend that you discuss this with your physician and follow their advice.

    submitted byLa Roche-Posay Product Expert - 4 months ago
    Brand expert

La Roche Posay Melasyl Collection

About the collection
Discover La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Collection for Discoloration & Dark Spots

Mela B3 is formulated with Melasyl™, an exclusive, multi-patented ingredient born from 18 years of research to target the appearance of dark spots and discoloration on all skin tones.

This powerful ingredient forms the core of the Mela B3 skincare regimen, which includes a cleanser, serum, and SPF 30 daily moisturizer designed to cleanse, treat, and protect the skin.

La Roche-Posay is recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide.
View La Roche Posay Melasyl Collection collection

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Summary of reviews

The Mela B3 Gel Cleanser with Melasyl is a standout product that effectively cleanses while targeting dark spots and uneven skin tone. Guests appreciate its gentle formula, which leaves skin feeling refreshed and soft without drying it out. Many have noted visible improvements in their skin's texture and brightness after consistent use. The pleasant texture and packaging also enhance the overall experience, making it a valuable addition to any skincare routine.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.6 out of 5 stars with 484 reviews
    effectiveness: 3.29 out of 5
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 2.67 out of 5
    42% would recommend
    7 recommendations

    Sadly Disappointing

    2 out of 5 stars
    Head Dr - 17 days ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    All this product did was dry out my skin. It did nothing to help my dark spots. I also think the formula for the serum has changed because it used to work wonders now nothing. I am moving off of these products.
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 days ago
    Hi there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @1-800-560-1803 Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm EST and provide this reference 40631640. It would be helpful if you had the product available when you call. We look forward to speaking with you!
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    Love Love This Cleanser

    5 out of 5 stars
    TD27 - 18 days ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    This cleanser is a must! It is the best cleanser I have come across in years. I absolutely love it. It really helps with appearance of discoloration. I'm almost 60 and I use it every other day.
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    Out of Stock for Months

    1 out of 5 stars
    IAmJM - 1 month ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    Product out of stock since Dec 2024. It's now March 2025. When will this product go back in stock?
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
    Hello IAmJM! We understand your frustration regarding the out-of-stock status of Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. We are currently working to replenish our inventory. While we cannot provide a definitive restock date at this time, we encourage you to sign up for email notifications on our website to be alerted when the product becomes available. We appreciate your patience and continued interest in our products.
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    Product leaves really bad taste in mouth

    2 out of 5 stars
    Brad336 - 2 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    Product leaves a really bad flavor in my mouth that lingers long after usage. I’m a male, who otherwise really enjoys La Roche Posay products, and daily use the pigmentclar eye cream, and Effaclar toner. However, it was disappointing to see the Pigmentclar brightening face wash was discontinued. This didn’t leave a bad taste in my mouth, and seemed to work perfectly fine. Now, I’m unclear on what I should be using for face wash because the Mela B3 cleanser really won’t be a long term solution for me given the bad taste.
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 2 months ago
    Hi Brad336. there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. Please give us a call at 800-560-1803 and provide reference number 40045662. We look forward to assisting you!
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    It didn’t work

    2 out of 5 stars
    Dri Mello - 2 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    Unfortunately for me it didn’t work. My skin got extremely dry . I love the Brand and I use many products of , indicated by my dermatologist, but .. it wasn’t good for me.
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 2 months ago
    Hey there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. We would like to speak with you directly. Please give us a call at 1 (800) 560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET and provide this reference #40010434. We look forward to speaking with you!
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    Disappointed

    2 out of 5 stars
    nbrieno - 2 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    I have been using it for a month and it made my dark spots look darker. It also dried up my face
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 2 months ago
    Hi rbrieno! We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with our product. We want to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at @ 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance and provide reference 39961961.
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    This new item is a must fave for brighter skin

    4 out of 5 stars
    - 2 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Mela B3 cleanser is a new fave! I love the scent and the way it makes my skin look and feel. The packaging is new for the brand and I love how much brighter my skin looks.
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    Nope

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    T - 2 months ago
    This product is a no for me. I have sensitive skin it felt like a chemical burn to my face also bad red bumps. It irritated my skin so bad I couldn't touch my face for a week
    1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 2 months ago
    Hello T Thank you for sharing your experience with La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz. We are sorry to hear that this product did not work for your skin and we would like to assist you further. Please give us a call at: 888-577-5226 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm EST. It would be helpful if you have the product available when you call us. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Mela b3 cleanser

    5 out of 5 stars
    shaelynnm4_169 - 3 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This cleanser is amazing it gets so deep in the skin it's very effective the packaging was beautiful I love all the ingredients it has to offer the scent is beautifully made and the texture was perfect
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    Highly recommend ❤️

    5 out of 5 stars
    teak15 - 3 months ago
    originally posted on influenster.com
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love La Roche! One of my favorite brand and this new cleanser is my fav, leaving my skin hydrated, clean without any irritation ❤️ definitely going to to use it in my regimen ❤️
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    Very good cleanser but not for me

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reham Fathi - 3 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    It's a very good cleanser for oily & combination skin but not for the dry skin as It stops the sebum that is essential for my dry sensitive skin, so I will use it at summer time as it works effectively to fade pigmentation
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 3 months ago
    Hi Reham Fathi. there! Thank you for your feedback on the Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. We are sorry to hear this cleanser did not perform the way you had expected. Your comments are very important to us and we will be passing them to our team. We hope you can use our products with great success in the future!
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    Does not work, no changes in dark spots

    1 out of 5 stars
    KLB01 - 4 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    Does not work, no changes on dark spot and age spots. I have been using this product for over a month now. I used it day and nights along aside withe the serum at night. Waste of money
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 3 months ago
    Hi KLB01@ Thank you for sharing your comments on the Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. Feedback from our consumers is very important to us and helps us improve all of our products! We apologize that you did not end up liking this product and appreciate you sharing your experience. We thank you for giving this product a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team. We hope you continue using our products!
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    This is just meh... pigmentclar was better.

    2 out of 5 stars
    PeacefulSeraph - 4 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    I have 40 yr old sensitive and dry skin, and this irritated it and dried it out. Maybe someone with wilier skin might appreciate this gel, but it did nothing for me. Considering how this replaced pigmentclar cleanser (which is superior in every way), I'm really disappointed with this product. My face instantly was brighter and smoother with pigmentclar, it removed all my dry skin and made my skin glow. I received so many compliments from the other (especially how good the lha acid was that made my makeup look fantastic)... and now this? I find myself reaching for additional products that do a better job at "peeling" and melab3 isn't a one and done like pigmentclar (that was recently discontinued RIP). I didn't even bother trying the melab3 serum so that won't factor into my review. This is solely for the melab3 facewash. I like its packaging, but the product is just meh. Younger skin might appreciate it, but us older ladies need a little bit extra.
    1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 3 months ago
    Hi there! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Mela B3 Cleanser with Melasyl. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call @1-800-560-1803 Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm EST and provide this reference 39213158. It would be helpful if you had the product available when you call. We look forward to speaking with you!
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    Dark spots corrector routine

    4 out of 5 stars
    Dalmatian - 4 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    I used this face wash along with the mela b3 serum to help fade out my stubborn age spots. I was hesitant to purchase this at first because I thought that the mela b3 would not be effective because you put it on, only to just wash it off after. Hence, the product is washed off while cleansing. I relented because I do want the spots to disappear. Whether this contributed to the spots slow disappearance or not, I really don’t know. After roughly 2 months of use, I can see the spots slowly diminishing. The cleanser makes my face clean. It neither makes my face dry nor oily. There is a slight medicinal scent to it. However, That won’t stop me from using it.
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    Bad

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Lola Fonty - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I am very disappointed with this product as it caused my skin to break out. I haven’t experienced acne in years, but every time I used this, I developed random bumps on my face. Unfortunately, despite using it consistently from October to December, it did not improve my hyperpigmentation as advertised. In my experience, this product does not deliver on its claims and was not worth the investment.
    1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 4 months ago
    Hello there Lolafonty! We are very sorry to hear about your experience with our Mela B3 Gel Cleanser. We would like to speak to you directly about this. Please contact us at 800-560-1803 M-F 9:00 am – 7:00 pm ET for assistance. We look forward to speaking with you!
    effectiveness: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    Amazing prodcut

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Customer - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I’ve been using this for a month now. My dark marks are so bad but oh my gosh…it lightens so fast I use this and the salicylic acid wash and wow my skin looks so much better. Plus a little goes a long way
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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    TAKE OUT THE FRAGRANCE

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    BlahBlah - 5 months ago
    I really wanted to like this and I would LOVE it if they would take out the unnecessary overpowering fragrance. It stinks! You also have to be careful not to get this on your lips because it leaves a chemical like burn and your lips will be very irritated for the next few days. Other than that I love this, just take out the fragrance.
    1 reply from La Roche-Posay Product Expert team - 5 months ago
    Hello BlahBlah, Thank you for sharing your experience with La Roche Posay Mela B3 Gel Cleanser - 6.76 fl oz. We're sorry to hear that this product did not work for your skin. We would like to assist you further. Please give us a call at: 888-577-5226 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm EST. It would be helpful if you have the product available when you call. We look forward to assisting you soon.
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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    Review of product

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Shelf liner - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    It’s so good.clear my spots make my skin clean.
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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    Fantastic cleanser for acne and hyperpigmentation!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Monica12$ - 5 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    I love this cleanser. I have hormonal acne and hyperpigmentation on my face and neck due to deep seeded acne. I use it morning and night and follow up with a few drops of the Laroche-Posay salicylic acid serum in the morning and the Mela B3 serum at night. So pleased with the results - I breakout less frequently and my hyperpigmentation is fading gradually. Consistency is key! Have on autoship.
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    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Lorraine T - 5 months ago
    originally posted on laroche-posay.us
    I’m really enjoying this cleanser. My skin feels fresh and soft when I’m done. I haven’t missed a morning or evening wash since I’ve started because I’m loving it!
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