Snapshot
- Overview
- Clears breakouts, fades dark marks, and smooths skin's texture.
- Category
- Acne, Hyperpigmentation, Tone/Texture
- Type
- Exfoliant
Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid is a dicarboxylic acid found in grains and made synthetically for cosmetics. It refines uneven tone and texture through mild keratolytic action, promoting a clearer look and smoother-feeling skin in leave-on creams, gels, and serums.
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Our take
Is Azelaic Acid a Good Ingredient?
It rates Great due to consistent clinical support for improving acne, texture, and uneven tone at cosmetic and prescription strengths, along with good stability and tolerability when formulated well.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Visibly minimizes blemishes, smooths the look of texture, and fades the appearance of post-blemish marks over time. Also reduces the look of redness linked to breakouts.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in leave-on creams, gels, and serums at various strengths for daily or targeted use.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated, but mild tingling, dryness, or temporary sensitivity can occur; introduce gradually and use sunscreen. Avoid applying to broken or freshly shaved skin if irritation is present.
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