November 5, 2025, Mumbai, India: Nykaa announces the India launch of La Roche-Posay, the world’s No. 1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, trusted by over 100,000 dermatologists globally. With over five decades of scientific expertise and 800+ clinical studies, the French dermo-cosmetic authority now brings its life-changing, science-backed formulations to India, via Nykaa. The debut features its most acclaimed ranges Mela B3, Anthelios, Cicaplast & Effaclar, each powered by La Roche-Posay’s signature Thermal Spring Water and designed to transform skin health through proven efficacy.
This partnership marks a defining moment in India’s skincare evolution, bridging the country’s fast-growing demand for credible, results-driven beauty with the global gold standard in dermatological care. With this launch, Nykaa makes professional-grade, high-performance skincare more accessible than ever, bringing world-class dermatologist innovation to Indian consumers.
For over four decades, La Roche-Posay has worked closely with dermatologists worldwide to redefine sensitive skincare through scientific rigour and real-world efficacy. Rooted in its 1931 Thermal Center heritage, the brand’s formulations harness the soothing and antioxidant power of its Thermal Spring Water and are validated through extensive research across diverse skin types and conditions.
La Roche-Posay debuts on Nykaa.com and at select Nykaa stores with its most awarded, dermatologist-endorsed collections, each designed to address key Indian skin concerns through pioneering, science-led innovation. Priced between INR 450 and INR 3,300, with multiple size variants across ranges, the launch makes dermatologist-grade, clinically proven skincare more accessible than ever.
Hero Ranges:
- Mela B3: The anti-pigmentation revolution featuring the multi-patented MelasyL™ active, clinically proven to correct up to 90% of persistent dark spot cases.
- Anthelios UVMUNE 400: Setting a new benchmark in sun protection with the exclusive UVMUNE 400 filter, providing the ultimate defence against the most insidious ultra-long UVA rays.
- Cicaplast Baume B5+: The essential skin barrier repair cream, powered by Vitamin B5+M to accelerate skin repair from the very first use.
- Effaclar Duo+M: The expert solution for acne-prone skin, demonstrating efficacy even on severe imperfections and reducing pimples by 3X.
Commenting on the launch, Anchit Nayar, Executive Director and CEO, Nykaa Beauty, said, “Indian consumers today are redefining skincare through a lens of science and efficacy. At Nykaa, we’ve witnessed this evolution first-hand, a growing appetite for dermatologist-trusted, clinically validated solutions that deliver real results. The debut of La Roche-Posay in India represents a pivotal moment in this journey, bringing together two brands that stand for credibility, innovation, and access. Our partnership with L’Oréal India has, over the years, made some of the world’s most loved beauty brands accessible to Indian consumers. With La Roche-Posay, we’re taking that collaboration a step further, bringing dermatologist-grade, high-performance skincare to the mainstream and shaping the next chapter of India’s skincare story.”
Rami Itani, Director – L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty, L’Oréal India, said, “As we mark two years of a successful partnership with Nykaa, our collaboration continues to strengthen and shape the dermatological beauty landscape in India. Together, we have taken skincare to new heights with CeraVe; and today, we are proud to take the next step in this journey with the launch of La Roche-Posay, the #1 Dermatologist Recommended skincare brand in the world. For over 50 years, La Roche-Posay has pioneered next-generation solutions, leading with breakthrough formulations, technology, and services that deliver radical efficacy with care. Alongside the medical community and our partnership with Nykaa, we continue to drive dermatology forward and bring the best of global innovation to India.”
The complete La Roche-Posay range is now available on Nykaa.com and at select Nykaa stores, inviting consumers to discover life-changing French skincare, prescribed by dermatologists.
