Product overview
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+M Balm 15ml is a dermatologist-tested body moisturizing balm from La Roche-Posay, formulated for very dry, eczema-prone skin.
Naming note: this product's international/regional name is "Lipikar Baume AP+M"; the brand's US site has since rebranded this formula as "Lipikar AP+MAX Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream" (noting it was "formerly Lipikar AP+M Balm"). The "AP+M" naming remains current on La Roche-Posay's Middle East regional site, which is more relevant to South Asian markets. Size note: the brand's own flagship sites list only 75ml, 200ml, and 400ml sizes; a 15ml size is a genuine, real travel/sample SKU confirmed via an independent ingredient database and UK retailers, but it is not sold on La Roche-Posay's own primary/flagship websites -- it should be understood as a travel-size unit corroborated by secondary sources, not a flagship SKU.
Key Ingredients
- Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter & Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil — confirmed in the formula, per the official brand site, emollient ingredients.
- Niacinamide — confirmed in the formula, included to help support skin barrier function.
- Ceramide NP — confirmed in the formula per the official brand site (listed by only one of two cross-checked sources, likely reflecting a formula update over time), a skin-barrier-supporting lipid.
- Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Dimethicone & Glyceryl Stearate — confirmed in the formula, emollient and texture-supporting ingredients.
- Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract & Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract — confirmed in the formula per the official brand site (Pea Extract listed by only one of two cross-checked sources).
Key Features
- Fragrance-free, alcohol-free (denoting no drying/astringent Alcohol Denat.), and Paraben-free, per the official brand site
- Dermatologist, pediatrician, and allergy-tested; suitable from 2 weeks of age, per the official brand site
- Accepted by the National Eczema Association, per the official brand site
- 15ml travel/sample size (see sizing note above)
Benefits
- Formulated to help provide up to 72-hour dry-skin relief and 24-hour itch-control-due-to-dryness, per the official brand site
- Formulated for very dry, eczema-prone skin as part of a dermatological skin-care routine
Who Can Use This Product
- Those with very dry or eczema-prone skin, including infants from 2 weeks of age, per the brand
- Suitable for sensitive skin given the fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and Paraben-free formulation
- Do not use on broken or actively infected skin without medical advice, per the official brand site
How to Use
Apply to clean, dry skin, massaging gently until absorbed. Can be used daily as part of a regular moisturizing routine, or as directed by a dermatologist for eczema-prone skin.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Do not use on broken or actively infected skin without medical advice. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this the same as "Lipikar AP+MAX" sold on the US site?
It is the same formula family; "AP+M" is the international/regional name still used on markets like the Middle East, while the US site has rebranded it "AP+MAX."
Is 15ml a genuine size?
Yes, it is a real travel/sample size confirmed via an independent ingredient database and retailers, though it is not listed on the brand's own flagship websites (which sell 75ml, 200ml, and 400ml).
Is this suitable for babies?
The brand states it is suitable from 2 weeks of age and is dermatologist/pediatrician-tested.
Does this contain fragrance or Alcohol?
No, the official brand site states this formula is fragrance-free and alcohol-free (no drying Alcohol Denat.).
What if my skin reacts to it?
Discontinue use and consult a doctor if irritation develops.
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