Ingredient· Radiance & tone
Azelaic acid
Azelaic acid is a versatile acid used in skincare for a more even-looking tone, smoother texture and skin that easily falls out of balance. It is often gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Suits
Blemish-prone, unbalanced and redness-prone skin, and skin with an uneven tone.
Time of day
Morning or evening
Works well with
Niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramides and SPF.
What isAzelaic acid?
Azelaic acid is a dicarboxylic acid that occurs naturally in grains, among other sources. It is used both in cosmetics and, at higher concentrations, in prescription medicines.
What is it used for?
In cosmetics, it is used in formulations focused on a more even-looking tone, texture and skin that easily falls out of balance.
Be careful with
May cause a slight tingling at first. Take care when layering it over strong AHAs/BHAs on the same evening.
Good to know
Concentration and product type shape how it is used and how it feels.
