Find out what testers thought of La Roche-Posay's LIPIKAR AP+ skincare routine

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This is the feedback thread for the Mumsnet users who have been testing the La Roche-Posay LIPIKAR AP+ skincare routine with their children, to see if it helps improve dry, itchy or eczema-prone skin.

The LIPIKAR AP+ 3 step skincare routine is made up of the following products:

LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ hair & body wash
A gentle cream wash with Shea Butter and Glycerin to help protect your child’s skin from the drying effects of water and lock in moisture from the bath or shower. Provides 24h hydration and 24h itch protection. Suitable for new-borns.

LIPIKAR Balm AP+ soothing body balm
The formula enriched with Shea Butter immediately soothes and hydrates your little one’s dry skin. Used after the LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ body wash, this bath time routine is clinically proven to help your child have a more restful night’s sleep by providing 2 x less scratching at night for children who suffer from dry, itchy skin. Suitable for new-borns.

LIPIKAR Stick AP+ on-the-go itch relief
Instantly relieves scratching urges and calms skin. Easy to use pocket-stick format that can be used anytime, anywhere to soothe dry skin flare-ups. Perfect to keep in your handbag or for your child to take to school or nursery. Suitable for babies from 3 months. Use on dry and/or itchy patches or flare-ups as often as needed. Try to encourage your child to use the LIPIKAR Stick rather than their nails to soothe the urge to scratch to avoid further damage to the skin.

Testers, please give your feedback by answering the following questions:

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?
2. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?
3. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?
4. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?
5. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

All testers who complete their feedback by answering the above questions as well as completing the short survey we’ve emailed will be entered into a prize draw where one tester will win a £300 voucher for the store of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck!

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1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

It was very rich, but not greasy. Pump applicator is great. My DS first comment after I put it on him was 'it doesn't sting mummy' which is a huge part of why I'm a convert.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Absolutely. The red patches on his legs have completely disappeared (and they were the worst affected)and his arms & chest are dramatically improved.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Around 3-4 days. Very quickly saw an improvement.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

The wash & lotion were so effective we have not had to use the stick. I used it as a lip balm a few times, it's quite hard but not sticky or greasy.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

As above, but its small enough to keep in a bag for on the go use.

This product really worked on my son's mild, but persistent eczema. Thank you for the opportunity to try it. I will definitely continue to use the balm and wash.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

It felt really rich but wasn’t greasy like others I’ve tried. Absorbed quickly and left skin really smooth and soft

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Definitely, one particularly stubborn patch of eczema that we’ve tried all sorts in had vanished within the first week. I was amazed with the results

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

I noticed an improvement within a couple of days and within a week some eczema patches had completely vanished

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

Yes, it worked really well

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

It was handy to be able to carry a moisturiser around without worrying about leaking in my bag

Overall I was delighted with the results using this product. I will definite be buying it again when this runs out (which will be a while actually because you don’t need to use a lot). I’ve already recommended the range to friends and am very grateful for the opportunity to try it. I’d never heard of the brand before and would probably not have tried it without being chosen for the trial

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Nice, not sticky or greasy.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Sadly not ☹️

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

No noticeable improvement.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

It did, my little boy loved me using it and went into a sort of trance, it seems very soothing!

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes, very much so. Although the balm and wash haven’t helped very much, the stick is good for calming flare ups and stopping scratching so I would definitely consider buying it in future.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Great, very rich but easy to apply and work into the skin.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Definately, parts of DS's back felt like sandpaper but that's all but gone now.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Around a week.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

100%, especially on DS's face & neck which flare up most often. So handy being able to carry that in his bag and just rub a bit on when needed.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Very convenient, loved the product.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

I liked the texture, it was easy to apply and absorbed well.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Yes, her skin has really improved

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

About a week

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

We had one flare up and it relieved the itch immediately- I was very impressed!

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes, it was very easy to use

Apologies, I didn't fill this all in. So here goes:

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Very thick, rubbed in fairly easily but too greasy for my liking

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks? Not significantly

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition? No real improvement

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups? No

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient? Yes I would use this if it worked

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Went on smoothly with great coverage and absorption however I found it quite greasy.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Balm yes, however I am wary of bathing everyday with dry skin, and so am not sure about the effectiveness of daily use of the Syndet for bathing.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

It was obvious to me after 3 days that these products were having a positive and noticable effect on my sons skin.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

It did help with the dryness appearance wise. I did not notice an obvious deline in scratching and as my boy is non verbal he was unable to tell me if it helped with any itching.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes, it was particularly convenient for targeting the most difficult patches when short of time and unable to apply balm to the full body.

REVIEW FROM SOMEONE WHO BOUGHT THE PRODUCTS.....

Did nothing for my DD's skin, all it has done is dry the eczema out leaving it very flaky.

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1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

The texture was lovely, not greasy and sunk into the skin quickly!

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

We started using it is part of our routine straight away and I feel it definitely improved my child's skin

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

It took a few days to start working as my child was having a particularly bad flare up at the time.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

I only used the stick a few times because as the other products began to work he didn't itch in between applications.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

It was very convenient, I liked the size making it easy to carry around. Far easier than carrying around a big bottle of moisturiser.

We have loved using the products, I only have positive things to say and would definitely recommend them! Thank you for the opportunity of using the products.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

The texture is lovely, very easy to apply.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Yes, definitely, it has made a huge difference to her skin. we have previously tried Child's Farm & Zeroderm with some success, but the LIPIKAR range has virtually cleared her eczema completely.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Within a couple of days.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

We didn't find this as effective as the body balm.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes but this isn't the best product for us.

Although the products are quite expensive, I will buy the body wash & the body balm in the future as we have found them to be so effective.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm? I found the texture quite thick and not too runny so it was easy to apply. Also having the nozzle at the top made it easy to use as much as you need.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks? My son skin seems softer and more hydrated. Whereas other brands will make his skin dry quicker.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition? I noticed the improvement after a few days to a week.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups? I didn't use this product as my son has mild dry skin and not eczema. But I recommended the product to my brother who has eczema.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient? I do think the format of the stick to be convenient. It's small therefore handy and isn't runny so it be easy to use.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Love the pump action, makes it easier when dealing with a toddler who runs away. The texture is lovely and smooth, a little greasy but no more so than other balms I've tried. It rubs into the skin really well and absorbs quickly.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Absolutely! His skin is less red than its ever been. He scratches very rarely now. His skin is also so soft which is a godsend since we've tried practically every cream, balm and lotion recommended!

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Within a week! Sometimes other creams clear the skin and then stops working after a week or so but not the case here. His skin has continually improved since using this range.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

Yes. It Worked well.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Absolutely, it's handy to throw into your handbag, changing bag, schoolbag to use on the go. I love that it's a stick, less mess for on the go and can let children get involved and use it themselves.

All in all I'm super pleased with this range, especially the balm. It's been a game changer and brilliant that it only has to be used once a day.

I bought the wash myself so not a sponsored tester but an independent one. Purchased to help with a bout of perioral dermatitis. Unfortunately only realised after purchase and mire research into my condition that it and including other sensitive skin conditions like excess and acne prone skin are exacerbated the products that contain SLS
It is a big no no in my book include such ingredient. So I would not recommend.

How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?
The balm had a lovely glossy texture, which didn't feel too.greasy and sunk in quite well. Only thing I found frustrating, was the pump felt quite stiff. Whether that was just a malfunction on our particular pump?

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Her skin did visually improve, and it felt smoother than usual. The itch still persisted however.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

If took a couple of weeks of daily use before we noticed a significant difference.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

I wouldn't necessarily say it stopped the symptom, but she did say she didn't want to scratch one it was applied. So I'm guessing g it helped somewhat!

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

It's handy to keep in my handbag for the children, yes.

My 4 month old child has very dry skin and bad eczema all over his face and body. He rubs his face so much that his cheeks have started weeping and needed antibiotics to stop the infection.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

The body balm is very thick and easy to apply. It is greasier than Aveeno emollient cream and Child's farm lotions (which are too lightweight for my son's very dry skin), which is perfect!

What I don't like about the packaging is that with the pump and a narrow opening, when getting to the end of the bottle there's always a lot at the bottom that you can't get out.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

I didn't use the body wash so much, as the doctor said we should not use any cleaning product when bathing him. I do use it to wash my son's hair every 2-3 days and the cradle cap has gotten better (not sure if it's just time for the cradle cap to go away or if it was the body wash though...).

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

after about 5-7 days.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

My son only scratches his face and, with the weeping skin, I avoided using too many products on his face. But it seems like a great idea and will definitely be trying it out when my son's a little older.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

I like the idea of a stick - looks convenient and easy to pop into a travel bag.

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm? The texture was light and smooth and was applied very easily as it didn’t need much rubbing into the skin.
2. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks? Yes definitely using these products have improved my child’s skin condition.
3. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition? I actually think I noticed a difference instantly, the skin was much less dry the following day after first use.
4. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups? Yes left the skin less itchy.
5. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient? The skin is a strange product to carry around but I cannot think of an alternative way

We really enjoyed using this products , my little ones skin is not dry anymore and his eczema almost disappeared and I’m really surprised and happy of that. Thank you for this grate opportunity of trying this amazing products !

How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Really nice texture which absorbed quickly. Wasn't greasy or thick on the skin. Easy to apply with the pump bottle which I am a big fan of.

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Yes we noticed a massive improvement, my 5 year olds irritated and itchy skin is now clear.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Within 4 days we noticed a massive improvement and her skin was clear within 10 days.

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

Yes although after the 10 days we haven't needed to use it as the wash and lotion routine has cleared her skin totally. Definitely handy to have incase of any flare ups.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes very convenient and a nice size to carry around.

Thanks for choosing us for the trial

The LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm is smooth it sinks in rapidly and provided brilliant and much needed relief with continuing use we noticed an immediate improvement sticking to a easy routine it’s defiantly stopped the weeping

The LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick gives immediate relief from itching skin.
The LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick was convenient and easy to use to provides instant relief for little on the go flare ups

I wouldn’t be able to change now since we stopped the flares were back to normal it really does make a noticeable difference and with continuing use I can honestly see this changing my lil ones life for the better!

I wanted to try this but yet again i was not selected. My son has dry skint so i would like to know if it's worth trying or not?

How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm? I found the balm initially quite oily but after it had sunk into the skin it left a lovely smooth texture.

Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks? Definitely, without a doubt! My daughter suffered with patches of very dry skin and it has completely cleared up after only a couple of weeks.

How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition? It took about a week to see an improvement and two weeks to completely clear up her dry skin.

Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups? We only used the stick on two occasions as the other products were so effective. However on both occasions it helped her skin, soaking in quickly and leaving it smooth to touch.

Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient? Yes. It was perfect changing back size!

How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Fine and very fluid, sunk into skin nicely, didnt feel greasy or claggy or dense

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

It does definite feel better, scaly patches are reduced, especially large areas have become smaller and skin isnt so rough. Shes not waking up covered in scratches now either.

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

Two weeks to see it but complaints about scratching reduced almost immediately .

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

Yes, like this a lot. Was especially useful on the airplane for dryness as it couldn't spill or expand into a big mess. Its quick to rub on when out and about without getting cream everywhere.

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient

Yes, like this a lot. Portable in a small stick, easy in the handbag. Was especially useful on the airplane as it couldn't spill or expand into a big mess.

Thanks for picking us for this. I do really like the products and feel they've helped.

@happymummy12345 I’d try the main lotion balm, I think it’s the best product of the 3

1. How did you find the texture and application of the LIPIKAR Balm AP+ body balm?

Really nice. Lovely to apply and left the skin feeling very soft

1. Did you find that using LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ every day as part of your child’s bath time routine improved your child’s overall skin condition over the past few weeks?

Yes it has. Persistent dry patches have cleared up

1. How quickly after starting to use LIPIKAR Syndet AP+ and LIPIKAR Balm AP+ daily did you notice an improvement in your child’s skin condition?

3 - 4 days

1. Did using the LIPIKAR AP+ pocket-stick help immediately soothe itchy dry skin flare-ups?

Didn't use it much but it seemed effective when used

1. Did you find the format of the LIPIKAR Stick AP+ convenient?

Yes. We took it swimming to use on the worst patches before following up with the cream at home. Much easier to transport than the big cream bottles and handy to use quickly in the cold changing rooms