KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With fewer than 200 trained dermatologists serving Malaysia’s 33 million people[1]—just one specialist for every 165,000 residents—qualified skin care is out of reach for many. This acute shortage fuels La Roche-Posay’s mission to bring dermatologist-approved skincare closer to those who need it.
The Malaysian Skin Foundation received RM100,000 raised through the Dermakan Derma Care campaign by La Roche-Posay. Pictured (from left to right): L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Commercial Director, Lloyd Teo; Watsons Head of Trading, Carrol Tan; Malaysian Skin Foundation Committee Representative, Dato’ Dr. Noor Zalmy Azizan; L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Marketing Director, Natalie Goh; and L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Medical Director, Nicole Liang.
The mission is already translating into action: La Roche-Posay recently spearheaded an outreach clinic in underserved Klang Valley communities, exposing Malaysia’s skin-health divide: many residents had never met a dermatologist and relied on home remedies to manage chronic skin conditions.
From severe cystic acne to occupational contact dermatitis and untreated childhood eczema, the findings underscore an urgent need for accessible care and education.
In response, La Roche-Posay donated RM 2 per product sold at Watsons Malaysia—raising RM 100,000 to seed long-term outreach programmes with the Malaysian Skin Foundation.
‘At La Roche-Posay, we know that healing skin has the power to change lives. For 50 years, we have been pioneering new breakthroughs to be at the service of people – from newborn babies to cancer patients and families living with chronic skin conditions. This RM 100,000 fund is our first step towards taking that science beyond clinic walls. Together, our mission is to improve the skin health for all Malaysians.’ Said Anissa Mokrani, General Manager, L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty (Malaysia & Singapore)
Led by dermatologists Dato’ Dr Noor Zalmy and Dr Nur Syazwin Sies, with support from brand advocate Hannah Delisha, the team gave residents their first experience of professional skincare – providing free consultations, personalised treatment plans, product donations and much-needed hope.
Patients spoke candidly about the toll of untreated conditions. ‘I’m awake most nights because the itch won’t let me sleep,’ said Fina, a contact-dermatitis sufferer. Farihih, battling cystic acne, added, ‘I avoid mirrors – I’ve lost confidence in my appearance.’
What the clinic revealed
- For many attendees, this was their first ever encounter with a dermatologist.
- Severe cystic acne and work-related contact dermatitis emerged as the most pressing skin concerns.
- Everyday habits can make a difference: dermatologists showed residents that simple steps – such as removing make-up before sleep and cleansing skin after a day of mask-wear – can prevent break-outs and calm irritation.
Beneficiaries received immediate diagnoses, care guidelines and La Roche-Posay starter kits, reinforcing the brand’s mission to democratise dermatological care.
The campaign was ceremoniously marked by the handover of funds from L’Oréal Malaysia and Watsons Malaysia to the Malaysian Skin Foundation – a boost that will enable MSF to advance its mission of making dermatological skincare accessible to all Malaysians.
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[1] Source: Malaysian Skin Foundation, https://malaysianskinfoundation.org |
About La Roche-Posay
Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay’s mission is to offer life-changing dermatological skincare solutions. Created by a pharmacist in 1975, the brand is today present in over 60 countries. It offers a unique range of daily skincare developed for every skin type to complement patients’ treatments and promote good skincare practices adapted to each skin concern. The brand develops formulas with its exclusive Selenium-rich water, also used at its Thermal Center, the first Dermatology Centre in Europe, due to its antioxidant and soothing properties.
The products are developed using a strict formulation charter with a minimal number of ingredients and are formulated at optimal concentrations. Additionally, La Roche-Posay products undergo stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin. In 2020, the brand went a step further in its commitment to protecting the planet. Besides launching the first-ever conscious suncare tubes integrating cardboard, the brand announced a long-term plan to reduce its use of virgin plastic by 70% in 2025. Since 2019, the Fondation La Roche-Posay is also committed to improving the lives of children with cancer and their families.
For additional information about La Roche-Posay, visit www.laroche-posay.com.
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