azelaic acid 10%
A single-active cream with 10% azelaic acid, used for breakouts, dark marks left by breakouts, and rosacea-type redness.
Morning and evening, in the treat step: after cleansing and any water-based products, before heavier creams. Spread a small amount over the face and avoid the eyes. Wear sunscreen by day. The brand advises a patch test first.
- Clinical evidence for acne, post-breakout dark marks and rosacea redness
- Single active, so it is easier to tell what is working
- Low price for the amount of active
- Most acne and rosacea trials used 15-20%, so this is the milder strength
- Tingling or stinging is common at first
- Brand advises against combining with strong acids, retinoids or peptides
Pros, cons and how-to-use notes are Derminology's own opinion and suggestions, based on ingredients we've matched to published clinical evidence and on the brand's directions. They are general information, not medical advice. Always follow the label, patch test new products, and ask a doctor or dermatologist if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use prescription treatments.
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Eczema and Rosacea scoring: Coming soon — most clinically-proven treatments for these are prescription-only and fall outside a consumer product database. Not shown on the chart above.
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