18 FACTS ABOUT AZELAIC ACID | Dermatologist

[@edmarkd]

Good to know you can use it with copper peptides. Speaking of which, I would love a deep dive on copper peptides - studies, claims, ingredients you shouldn't use it with etc.

[@mahaliathompson3639]

Yes please!!!!

[@db-gb5xi]

Master esty Penn Smith Skincare is a good resource for copper peptides. She's got several videos on them including product recommendations. Not all derms/skincare folks think they are all that special though but at least consider them a form of humectant.

[@johncheffy4775]

I'm not a fan of peptides , but multi peptide serums are better

[@infinitigirl29]

I had used my fineacea prescription azelic acid with the copper peptides from NiOD. Somehow if I put azelic acid right after the copper peptide, it peels off. Not sure why. I ended up using them in different routines.

[@Itsmeyourdad666]

@@johncheffy4775TO Copper Peptides work surprisingly well! Took like 2-3 months to see a noticeable difference tho

[@lima-bean]

I started dealing with hormonal acne after going off of birth control at 25. I never had acne in my teens, so I did all kinds of research. I tried salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, adapalene, topical antibiotics, etc. and the acne persisted. A few months ago I saw one of Dr. Dray's videos about azelaic acid. My real life dermatologist never mentioned this as a recommended treatment, but I was desperate for clear skin, so I purchased The Ordinary's OTC azelaic acid cream and it has literally changed my life. I went from having new breakouts every single day to not having a single blemish for 3 months straight. If you are struggling with what you believe is hormonal acne, you MUST try this stuff. It's super affordable as well.

[@diannahoney4240]

Thank you so much! I'm on the same boat

[@lima-bean]

@@diannahoney4240 Hang in there! It gets better 💗

[@francescafp]

did you purse using it?

[@jordansjoys]

Did you use azelaic acid in the same routine as adapalene ? I’m wondering if I should try this!

[@viraramadhina406]

did you experience purging using it?

[@amybreedlove9209]

Azelaic Acid changed the game!!! I'm only using the Ordinary's 10% suspension for now and it showed improvement for acne SO QUICKLY. I've had oily skin causing blackheads and closed comedones and some acne for 15 years. Benzoyl peroxide doesn't work for me. I can't use a retinol at this time due to pregnancy and breastfeeding. Salicylic, glycolic, and lactic acids haven't been doing enough. Azelaic Acid had results after day TWO!!

[@ayushishah5931]

It doesn’t cause purging right?

[@amybreedlove9209]

@@ayushishah5931 maybe a tiny bit, but I use chemical exfoliants regularly. Definitely no large pimples or cysts. More like waking up with 1 tiny white head a couple times a week that disappears in a day.

[@maureengreen617]

This is incredibly helpful- 20 minutes more than I would have had at my dermatologist’s office. Thank you!

[@-s-m-p-]

I use naturium azelaic acid every morning and its been a game changer! On top of the acid I layer ordinary squalane oil, pacifica barrier cream, then cerave tinted spf 30. The azelaic acid helps with the peeling of tret (I use .05% at night) and seems to be helping my rosacea too. I find it to be gentle but effective for sloughing off dead skin without compromising your skin. If any other rosacea sufferers are struggling to find a moisturizer that doesnt burn like hell and cause a flare the pacifica barrier cream might be worth trying, its the only one I've found for me.. Not sure if im layering everything right but the "adapting phase" struggle is real w tret 😄. Thank you Azalaic Acid and thank you Dr. Dray for all the great information as always!! ❤

[@grespinosa]

2 years of using TO azelaic acid didn’t help my rosacea - but it might have been a damaged skin barrier as the culprit. Following Dr. Dray’s advice of a simple skincare routine helped tremendously! I switched to Paula’s Choice azelaic acid, which was a little less irritating but then was put on low dose tretinoin so I don’t often use my Paula’s Choice product and the rosacea is pretty minimal now.❣️👍🎉

[@megipeeva3872]

Hi, can you share some products you used to improve skin barrier health? 😊

[@octaviawulf3941]

Azelaic acid only works on papulopustular rosacea not on flushing rosacea and capillaries

[@tleigh4583]

I started using agency and was put on .005% tret, 5% azelaic acid, 5% tranexamic acid, and 4% niacinamide. When I tell you that my skin has never been so good, I mean it!

[@lillieberger2883]

I have a similar mix from Curology, minus the transexamic acid. I purchased that separately at Target.

[@infinitigirl29]

Good info, I think I have a similar formula. 😊

[@CL-hl8ui]

I was given the exact same prescription from them. I used it a few months and liked it, but I need a higher tretinoin % than they would give me 😢

[@mysticmuse8570]

Can you please tell me your routine?

[@kaypowell7986]

Would I get much benefit from starting tretnoin now at 68 years of age? If so, what could it do for me at this age?

[@AMY-ml7yc]

I’m using peach and Lily azelaic acid serum which is 10% and it stings a tiny bit but I see results! Any stubborn spot reduces with continued use :)

[@tquirkyt7118]

I’ve used so many of these OTC products with zero improvement, so I asked my Dermatologist for 15% Azelaic acid gel….wonderful product ❤

[@Dan_Alien]

I Iove that you don't dumb things down. I don't like being treated as if i can't understand things. You keep it on a true medical level. Thank the old gods & the new.😊👍

[@johncheffy4775]

My Tretinoin formula has 0.1% , 15% Azelaic Acid & 4% Niacinimide . 7 months in Tret is helping my Scars. ❤️🇬🇧

[@JenniferTrika]

Where did u get your formula from?

[@user-oz5dy4rt9s]

What tret do you use?

[@ek7292]

@@Kat-5697 that’s not a low percentage at all. Standard concentrations are 0.025%, 0.05%, and 0.1%. (0.1% usually being the highest available)

[@modest.vanity]

Where is it from?

[@LaurenPriestnal1993]

I wanna know where that’s from too :)

[@irisk934]

So I had to go to the drugstore yesterday to buy a lighter shade of foundation. I typically have a summer shade and a Winter shade, I have never varied from these shades and I'm in my 40s But now I've been using my Winter shade regularly and I need to go even lighter. I thank Doctor Dray for preaching the sunscreen gospel! It is completely her doing that my skin has actually got lighter in tone because I'm no longer getting as much exposure to sun!

[@sandra37cooks]

Same!

[@ht8038]

Why is that good?

[@irisk934]

@H T it's just proof that I'm actually getting less sun exposure and therefore less sun damage, even though I thought I was diligent about sun protection before Dr. Dray

[@monicaant.1422]

Same and also with my pigmentation is not noticeable

[@sarahcarroll8206]

​@@ht8038 because UVA rays (which contribute to tanning) also contribute significantly to photoaging and an increased risk of skin cancer. If she's not tanning as much as she used to, it indicates less UVA exposure.

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

Happy Monday! I have used azelaic acid as well. It was helpful when my rosacea was active. Currently my tretinoin seems to keep my skin looking clearer. I am looking forward to your detailed video on light and Tretinoin that you mentioned over the weekend. I often get feedback from friends that they want to wait to try it in the winter months. So I am curious about your comments.

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Theresa Berg hope u r well n Happy Monday😀👍💜….

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching 💙

[@eviebrajo]

Theresa , what azelaic acid did you use ? Thanks

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

@@eviebrajo Hi Evie, I used a prescription when my rosacea was serious but later I tried Flawless Brightly Serum. I liked Flawless but my rosacea was mild at that time.

[@eviebrajo]

@@TheresaBerg-b3z Thanks very much 😃

[@CaliforniaBabe0525]

I use the brand Apostrophe and I have a Tretnion and azelaic acid combination prescription product. I have seen an improvement in my skin. I think azelaic acid is very helpful.

[@davidle3567]

Thanks, Dr. Dray! I use vitamin C and my prescription 15% Azelaic Acid every morning and have been for over 2 years now with great results. When I first started, I had to use it after moisturizer until I could tolerate it but now I can use it right after the vitamin C. Thanks for the great tips!

[@davidle3567]

Ive never been able to tolerate it with my tretinoin at night, but thats fine :)

[@eggyboi419]

How do you layer your Azelaic acid with other products?

[@davidle3567]

@@eggyboi419 After washing my face, I do vitamin C, azelaic acid (I use a pea size a bit bigger than what I use for tretinoin), then moisturize and SPF.

[@jennalud4748]

How long do you wait after the vitamin C?

[@davidle3567]

@@jennalud4748 not that long just a few seconds. But you might like to wait for yours to absorb first

[@lauranunez8872]

Could you make a video on pregnancy safe skincare? I’ve used tretinoin for years and I know that once I’m pregnant I will have to stop using it, so I was hoping you could do a video on products that can be a good alternative to those ingredients/products that we can’t use while pregnant. Thank you😊

[@jennbunny7078]

I need this too

[@calvinyt8429]

Avoid tret, salicylic acid tranexamic. vitamin c,glycolic acid,lactic acid, azelaic acid, niacinamide, peptides are pregnancy safe

[@walker_m4782]

Thisss! I want to strt it but there is no need once i get pregnant. i know as soon i get off of it face will break out bad and will be back at square one.

[@patriciateague8677]

Be sure to check with your derm and insurance before buying prescription azeleic acid. It was going to cost almost $300 through my insurance. When I discussed that with my derm she referred me to a local compounding pharmacy where I pay $36 out of pocket. My insurance plan pharmacy would only provide two brand name options and no generics. Since this something I expect to use for an extended time I would have opted for an OTC before spending that much.

[@lygophilia4127]

Wow, I had to go to a regular pharmacy for a huge dose of one pill prescription I had to cut up (and is still too high a dose but safe), because the compound pharmacy was $50 (vs free at regular pharmacy).

[@michellede8105]

I got 15 % az for $ 57.00 through goodRX, good to shop around

[@angiepattillo3599]

Compounding is the way to go for these derm prescriptions.

[@Bettyboop82-82]

I buy my inn Mexico for only 10 dollars

[@claudiabastante5520]

I've been using the Facetheory azeleic acid serum for a while and really like it. It's got calming ingredients like colloidal oatmeal and aloe. It works great at night with my retinal serum because it sorta pills, so I prefer to use it at night 😊

[@GodzillauniverseYT]

Naturium azelaic acid is great. No pilling and my sensitive skin responds well. I’ve been using it for almost 2 years.

[@gimmeproof]

I use the Aveeno moisturizer you showed, and by far it's the best I've tried so far for irritation. It's a bit pricey for the amount you get, but a little does go a long way.

[@nicolaxoxo1]

Dr. Dray can you please do a video on nickel allergy safe products. Over 15 million Americans have at least a contact allergy to nickel. Often those people also are allergic to cobalt. I myself have SNAS (systemic nickel allergy syndrome) I even have to be on a low nickel and low cobalt diet. It is hellish! For some reason, the Ecco-Verde site no longer sells sunscreens to USA customers I have to order all my cosmetic and personal care products from Ecco-Verde which is a European site. Thankfully in Italy they have certification for nickel and cobalt levels in products. Otherwise it’s IMPOSSIBLE to know how much is in there if you don’t test. It can be INSIDE any plant or mineral based products. So you won’t see the words “nickel” or “cobalt “ on the ingredients lists. Testing is not that expensive, especially when these companies make MULLIONS of the products. I suspect they do know how much is in there, they just don’t want to disclose it! They are missing a huge market! If the tested products were available in USA , many would buy them! PS nickel and cobalt can be inadvertently added to products during the manufacture process

[@sandra37cooks]

Paula's Choice azelaic acid has been a big help with my rosacea. Really thankful for all the skin education I receive here!

[@guyplay]

Of all the ones it’s the best. Been using it since it was released

[@marylawman8603]

I tried The Ordinary one several years ago along with several of their products at the same time. Bad decision. I broke out so bad and stopped using everything. Never knew if it was just one product or the combination. I should have introduced the products one at a time. Honestly, my skin has done so much better by keeping things super simple. Cerave cleanser, Aveeno Calm and Restore oat gel cream in the AM.and Differen and Vanicream at night. All thanks to you! Happy Monday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a tranquil evening. 💚

[@Mollyjean2014]

I have Rosacea with oily skin. I use 15% Azaleic acid and I use Vanicream Facial moisturizer and the pair work great. Make sure your skin is completely dry before you apply Azaleic Acid. This will minimize any stinging.

[@Nonyabiz370]

I am still having my first hard-core Rosacea flare. It got so bad with the redness and burning, I was finding it hard to talk. A little over a week ago I found Vanicream gentle face cleanser and it’s given me some hope (no burning sensation). Moisturizers have been very tricky, but Vanicream face moisturizer for sensitive skin has, so far, been without reaction. I had tried the Aveeno calm and restore balm the night before, and woke up to a devastatingly maroon face. Was so depressed, I laid in bed most of the day. I’m wearing a sun hat in the house, as I’m trying to give my skin a couple of weeks to heal before attempting to try another (mineral) sunscreen. I was able to get into my derm earlier this week, and he gave me prescriptions for Soolantra and Azaleic Acid 15% gel. I picked them up, but am too scared to use them. The two Vanicream products I mentioned are the only products (so far) that have not made it worse. Soon, I hope to feel confident enough to try the prescriptions. He also “prescribed” a Niacinimide based moisturizer for $48, but the night I noticed it has fragrance in it. Hasn’t helped me to feel confident in using the other two products he prescribed. I found the Vanicream moisturizer the next day. Another little ray of hope. Gotta have hope.

[@daniellagonzalez8311]

I saw recently that Peach Slices came out with an azelaic acid! I would like to try it! What are your thoughts on it Dr. Dray?

[@bonnieweinsteincrowe]

Great video! I have been using Azelaic acid from "The Ordinary" for the past couple of years because it makes my skin smooth, but I have rosacea and never knew it was helping me with that too. (It does help a little bit but I still have a lot of it on my nose that I can't seem to do anything about).

[@Grace-th8qx]

Hey have you tried Vbeam laser? It is actually affordable if you are doing smaller areas on your face rather than your entire face. I just had my 1st out of 3-4 treatments and notice an improvement already. Vbeam is the gold standard for rosacea, broken facial capillaries and facial redness I have tried other treatments such as bbl laser which is pretty much useless for rosacea which I didn’t know at the time. If you decide on laser please go for Vbeam only. I don’t want you wasting your money like I did.

[@joyousenoful]

Could you make a video on a good skincare routine for melasma?

[@shellbell4136]

Use Altreno prescription, I’m loving it for my rosacea and acne.

[@alexandrebarreto4224]

I started using a lot of scammy skincare products from The Ordinary and other brands that did not seem to improve my acne and hyperpigmentation. After watching a lot of Dr. Dray's videos, I decided to visit a dermatologist. I'm currently on tretinoin 0,025% at night + azelaic acid 20% twice a day. My dermatologist said after I reach 30 days in a row with the tretinoin every night we're going to titrate to 0,05% and then 0,1%. Purging isn't as bad as I thought and my skin is tolerating the tretinoin quite well. I'm spending less money on cosmetics and being supervised by a professional, I feel a lot more hopeful now. It's awesome to have this type of information to discuss with my doctor. Thank you so much! ❤

[@alexandrebarreto4224]

@@lucybelle5459 no, I name them scammy because some of the ingredients do not have relevant scientific data to back them UP (both in strength and formulation aka 10% niacinamide - can be too irritating, defeating the purpose of the active itself, aka pure vitamin c in powder form (unstable formulation, patchy aplication, without research to back the absorption up). I could go on with The Ordinary and several other cosmetic brands and products. Maybe if you kept up with Dr. Drays videos, you wouldn't go out of your way to have such a fragile reply.

[@claudiasmith9117]

Happy Monday Dr Dray !!! Pulled over in the parking lot to catch you!! ❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@thanosfield2642]

Love love Love Azelaic Acid, it's such a wonderful ingredient that everyone can derive benefits from it plus it's compatible with everything ❤😊. I use the cosmetic version of course 20 % Azelaic acid by Vencil and it helped with my face redness 10 euros (11 dollars) but the prescription one here skinoren gel (cream is present here anymore 😅) 15 % strength is again 11 dollars with no prescription but if you have prescription it is less than 11 dollars (but this might differ according the health system of each country). I use it after i cleanse and then i moisturize. Thanks for reminding as the beneficial properties of azelaic acid.

[@selenesandoval7082]

I am using the ordinary when I have oily day's or pimples and has been working good for me. I will apply to all my Face

[@karengant2555]

This vid was so power-packed with info! Thanks for your time and talent Dr. Dray!

[@pluepidoo1835]

Would it be advisable and effective to incorporate both azelaic acid and copper peptides into the same skincare routine?

[@Stephanie_Vincent]

I have been successfully using copper peptides and azeleic acid for awhile now. I use copper peptides in the A.M. before my sunscreen. At night I use a combination tretinoin and azeleic acid.

[@ST52655]

For several years I have been using Rx azelaic acid twice a day to treat Rosacea. My skin looks perfect now. It’s the only product that works.

[@olepan2255]

Hi will adapalene at a concentration of 0.1% help acne, but sensitive and couperose skin? Does adapalene get rid of discoloration and scars? Great video!

[@davidshabas3839]

Hi Dr Dray so excited to be here I live for this ❤️

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings David Shabas hope u r well n Happy Monday😀👍💜….

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@davidshabas3839]

@@whitneybrown4067 happy Monday Whitney 👍

[@memoryb7627]

These videos are so great! I always just end up watching your shorts on my phone while long videos and vlogs play on my laptop

[@guyplay]

Nothing beats the Paula’s Choice one. I’ve tried all the other OTC ones and literally threw them out.

[@kilipaki87oritahiti]

Been on and off Azelaic Acid from the Ordinary. Worked well the 1st week or so, then the “purging” began, but never seemed to stop so I quit after 4-8 weeks. Then started it again recently, same result. Only got worse. Bumps everywhere… I have sensitive Rosacea fungal acne skin. Disappointing as I can’t use Retinol. The 2nd time I tried it with Good Molecules Beta Arbutin Vitamin C Serum. Not a good idea. I already knew I shouldn’t as my skin hates any type of vitamin C and it’s derivatives. Tried all the hyped and popular ones. Same result, bumps, hives and even “cysts”. Gave up. Going back to minimal because my skin hates skincare, and Avene discontinued the only moisturizer I could use (Avene Tolerance Extreme Light), tho it also broke me out, but not as bad as 99% of all skincare out there. Tried everything after watching countless of derms, doctors and beauty gurus on KZbin rave about American, European, Korean and Japanese skincare products since 2019. Nothing works. My doctor prescribed Zoolantra, didn’t work either. Made it worse. All I can do is to avoid the sun, I’m vitamin D deficient and was diagnosed with diabetes type 2 back in January, and watch what I eat as I have a bunch of food intolerances and allergies…

[@delladearest2511]

I’m enjoying Touch products!

[@lillieberger2883]

Try going grain free, not just gluten free, but all grains. It’s hard at first because you definitely want to munch on something, but gets easier if you commit. After 4 weeks I felt better and my skin was the clearest it has been in ages. I lost 5 pounds too, so I was pretty happy about that. Now on 6 months and I’ll never go back to my old eating habits. Skin is clear, I feel really good and lost 25 lbs. I’ve not been able to do that in 10 years.

[@21972012145525]

Prosacea has good reviews on drugstore cites. Good for acne and rosacea

[@honestreviews2321]

I wonder if we could split up products between us and save on cost 😅. I'm in the same boat. I could have made this post, except I haven't tried the azelaic acid yet. I'm not diagnosed with roseaca, I have seborrheic Dermatitis acne. I am allergic to everything it seems. I have Poiklioderma Cavet (sp). I have keratosis pilaris along with. I have autoimmune dermatitis from the sun , and the medication to treat my autoimmune causes sun sensitive photo dermatitis. I will have success with something, and then it quits. It's expensive to test products and such a bummer when a winner starts failing. I have noticed I have to rotate my products frequently about every 6 weeks to keep results. I have yet to tolerate a product long enough to empty its contents unless it was sample size. Since I have to rotate between several products, they'll expire before I use them up.

[@21972012145525]

@@honestreviews2321 this happens to be too. I used a 3% sulfur product last week for the first time for my eczema. I felt amazing, wasn’t suffering and didn’t feel itchy. I felt like I discovered a cure (no joke). Used it again this week, it was only ok. No where near what I experienced the first time. Why does this Happen. I wish I could try products with you!

[@ShabnamCuteKhan]

I am on to my 3rd week and I just started seeing improvement now. In my first and second week it was causing me more acne but now it’s clearing up!!! It takes time.

[@saraharthurs4379]

Your hair looks great here, Dray!

[@lexi11111]

Dr Dray, as always the best. Your videos are a great great resource of Information. I love your videos!

[@agrata7058]

Hy doctor! I’m new to your channel and I love it already! So I was prescribed oral isotretinoin and azelaic acid for my acne 2 yrs ago. Now I have a broken skin barrier but I loved azelaic acid so I wanted to ask if I can continue using it along with my cleanser and moisturiser or should I stop it for some time till my barrier gets repaired?

[@21972012145525]

Maybe try every other day?

[@dorismoran9641]

Thank you! Have my first azelaic acid product and was wondering about how best to use it!

[@conservativebarbiedoll589]

Happy Monday!! I might try Azelaic Acid again, I didn’t have much of an opinion about the formulation that The Ordinary has but I’m definitely intrigued on trying a different product. Thank you for the video! 😊

[@grespinosa]

TO didn’t work for me but the odd thing was that I did like the somewhat silicone-y texture of it! Paula’s Choice is more helpful for me if my rosacea flares up. 😊

[@nicolabaker4391]

The Inkey list do a 10% Azalaic Acid and if you want a stronger version then Dermatica have a 20% Azalaic Acid.

[@conservativebarbiedoll589]

@@grespinosa I agree about the silicone feeling of the base. That may be what I didn’t like about it because it did pill on my skin.

[@conservativebarbiedoll589]

@@nicolabaker4391 thank you! I was thinking of trying the PC one but might start with IL so I don’t start too high in dosage.

[@nicolabaker4391]

@@conservativebarbiedoll589 Its always best to start with the lower especially with rosacea.

[@eliparker8472]

Hi ! Have you reviewed Differin SA body wash ? Just want to say it has such a great lather and it’s moisturizing. Wanted to see if you can do a review. Thank you.

[@RealisticFiction2]

i love your videos, dr dray :) have you considered reviewing NIOD products? i've been using their survival 0 serum in the mornings under my sunscreen, and i rly like it so far

[@db-gb5xi]

I think she reviewed one product in her video, skin barrier repairing peptides. Otherwise the only channels I've seen cover NIOD are master esty Penn Smith Skincare, Gothamista and Sincerely Miss Ash (Canada). Doctor Anne (germany, not a derm) has covered some of the products along with the No BS Beauty channel.

[@grespinosa]

Love Survival 0, also use it under sunscreen!❣️Sure wish it was more affordable, though! 💸😱

[@laurastrobel718]

Thanks for the reminder about not spraying scents on the neck. Probably why I've had brown patches there 😄 Thanks for the great info again, have a great day 🌞🌼

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@laurastrobel718]

@@DrDrayzday Yw 🙂

[@hazeljoseph247]

Thank you Dr. Dray, I use azelaic acid every morning and this is very helpful!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@pedrokass2973]

Thanks for all these informations, best regards

[@julie6265]

Happy Monday Dr. Dray, I hope everything is well with you! I’ve been curious about a comparison of coq10 and idebenone. I’ve been using coq10 for awhile now but I’m curious about other analogs of it. 😮

[@margieryne6220]

Thank you for always giving great information!🥰

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@jxst_love_makeup]

Wow. You are the first person on KZbin Who gives all tje anwser i need about azelaic acid.. thanks!!

[@jordillo777]

I tried different products with azelaic acid and my super sensitive skin freaked out every time. The one that finally worked for me is Theramid Azid with 15% AA plus colloidal oatmeal, which probably helps with soothing. Unfortunately, it's not exactly cheap.

[@Dolly19752]

I use azaleic acid in the morning. For some reason I cant find finacea anywhere (I live in Latin America) but I did find another brand in Colombia called Rozaleic. My Doctor said if I couldnt find it I cannuse Soolantra instead. In the evening I use Adeferin (I guess the latino version of Differin). Three months of consistent use and the improvement to my rosacea and overall skin health is notable. I dont really see any improvement on dark spots/hyperpigmentation though. I use nothing else except sunscreen and moisturizer.

[@DrDrayzday]

Glad to hear it has helped the rosacea

[@Camila28]

I use Rozaleic too! But my tube is about to run out and I don't know what to use instead --- :(

[@Dolly19752]

@@Camila28 are you in Colombia? I dont live there but a friend is travelling there and I was hoping to re-stock. I dont understand this shortage :(. Mine has only about 1/3 left.

[@Camila28]

@@Dolly19752 I don't! I bought it when I was in Colombia for a wedding and one tube has lasted me almost two years but now I live in England and don't know what to use instead.

[@Dolly19752]

@@Camila28 Maybe they have Finacea..its the same active ingredient just different brand. There is a shortage in Panama where I live, but also in all neigboring countries. That is how I ended up with Rozaleic - which is the same thing, different brand. There must be other brands inEngland, ask if they have azalaeic acid 15%. I dont know if you need a prescription though...nobody asks for it here...or in Colombia, lol.

[@spoiledartist9471]

An adorable choice is Cos De BAHA brand. I like it better than the ordinary and it lasts me a long time. It is a serum as opposed to a cream.

[@alyssamanning3125]

I need a video of mandelic vs tranexamic vs azelaic acids best for acne scaring!

[@jordansjoys]

I would love to know more about spironolactone for acne?? I’ve seen it usually combined with tretinoin. Currently, I use adapalene gel at night. I have PCOS so I’m assuming my acne is mostly hormonal and definitely get some unwanted facial hair. Would spironolactone help?

[@XEChris]

Question for you Dr. Dray what do you think of using beef tallow on face and lips?

[@idaliagonzalez7945]

I have tried so many different lines of AAcid, the skin looks good, but the spots of sun damage are still there, maybe a little lighter. I an using Ebanel brightening serum which has a little of all the acids included, it has been helpful, but too soon to say that it will get rid of these spots. If spots are too deep in the skin layer, it may need laser treatment

[@jaym5317]

So many questions answered, thank you so much Dr Dray 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@alyshal417]

Thank you so much! 👏have a great Monday! 😀💙

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Monday

[@katez5797]

Thank you Dr Dray for answering my question 🥰

[@maricelg777]

Happy Monday, Dr. Dray ❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Monday

[@brynb1325]

You having ads of yourself on your own videos is truly next level

[@cristinacarneiro2516]

Hi, Dr Dray ❤! Happy Monday! Could you please review the azelaic acid from Cos de BAHA? I use it and I find it very soothing. It's a formula with 10% azelaic acid, in an aloe vera base and has niacinamide too (4%, I believe). Love from 🇵🇹🇪🇺💖!

[@lesliemcculloch1590]

I have that too and I really like it! Cos de Baja is a great affordable brand. Have a great day 😊

[@21972012145525]

Where do you buy it from? Never heard of this brand…

[@cristinacarneiro2516]

@@lesliemcculloch1590 So true! Have a nice day too 💞!...

[@lesliemcculloch1590]

@@cristinacarneiro2516 😊

[@mizzroses1]

I use this brand too and I love it!

[@meinsweetlife]

Can you use azelaic acid together with hyaluronic acid? if so, which one should be layered first?

[@elacampusano7341]

Dr. Dray, thank you very much for clarifying our doubts. A hug from Chile 🥰

[@shellies143]

Hey Dr Dray! You had did a vid previously with the Face Theory Azalaic acid .. how did you like it ?

[@CrystalNicole13]

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid is a "suspension", so more of a cream. I use this in the AM with the Timeless Vitamin C, which is very watery, so I always apply it early in my routine. I apply the azelaic acid right before moisturizer, after my other serums because it is the thickest in terms of consistency. Should I be worried about absorption here?

[@kristinek7436]

Excellent video. Thank you.🌻

[@sofiadesentre]

I noticed in your last video that you wear two hair clips when driving. Polycarbonate sunglasses are best for driving because the glass won’t shatter in your eyes in the event of a crash. I hope you find this useful for the future!

[@21972012145525]

Wait why aren’t all glasses made from that?!

[@traceykoontz2868]

I had started out using azelaic acid suspension 10 percent, and resveratol 3 percent + ferulic acid 3 percent, and hyaluronic acid 17 percent and retinol 1.5 percent complex only using the retinol 1.5 percent complex at night, and saw how good salicylic acid works for clearing blackheads thought that might be good to add in to my routine. Turns out I ended up with dry flaky skin and redness and some puffy spots too, I am now pretty much cleared up but I did experiment to determine what caused the reaction and I believe it was the salicylic acid with the resveratol ferulic acid, because I had no problems before I used the salicylic acid, and I tried using the other ones with out the resveratol ferulic acid and had no problems, just wondering what your opinion is on this very much appreciated.

[@jordillo777]

Throwing azelaic acid and retinol and salicylic acid at your skin is a LOT. So it's no surprise your skin freaked out. Many derms and estheticians recommend using only retinol for a period of maybe 6 months and then take another look at your skin to see if you even need another product.

[@caitlinbayley1844]

Can you explain how Dermatica can sell a 20% azelaic acid without requiring a prescription? I can't get an answer from them. I don't see an azelaic acid derivative listed as an ingredient, but is that possibly how? Or is it something else? Is it legit?

[@marcelabeltran6216]

thanks again for a super informative video, good week for you and congrats for your mom on mothers day

[@Monotone64]

Can you use the PanOxyl foaming face wash and then the Peach slices redness relief azelic acid serum?

[@gugion]

What goes first, azeleic acid gel or tretinoin cream? I see a lot of different answers.

[@aaronbala21]

you should try the azelaic acid from peach slices soo good

[@jennypie1903]

GREAT video! Very informative

[@Avovoom]

I've been using naturium's azelaic acid for a while and i love it! But i recently got pyunkang yul's nutrition cream and that combo burned my skin (i was using sukin calming night cream before that) so i wonder why my skin didn't like the new combo?

[@Selfloveanu]

Hoping that If anyone can help Hey reader, I am suffering from nodular acne for 5 months.. First 2 months I was using 10% azelic acid medicated cream... Now I'm using 20% concentration of it.. But not seems difference.. New acne are still forming... Which ingredient should I use... Or should stick to azelic acid, please help I'm 23 years old having oily acne prone skin

[@annilustrisimo9718]

Hello everyone and Happy Monday Doc! I this past few days I started using Tret 0.05 and I just wanna ask if it safe for me to use Cerave Acne control cleanser and gel or the SA cleanser and cream for morning routine? Thanks just confused

[@21972012145525]

Use the acne cleanser in the am

[@Hi-jw9dx]

Dr. Dray. As the summer is approaching, can you review some questions that are rarely discussed, such as if Zinc is bad for the skin since it deteriorates after 2 hours? And can you please explain how two different mineral sunscreens such as Australian Gold tinted vs Elta MD can have spf of 50 but Australian Gold only has 4% Titanium Dioxide vs 12%-25% of other sunscreens? And also, can you mix and match sunscreens, a mineral and a tinted mineral? Thank you

[@DrDrayzday]

i have videos answering these questions kzbin.info/www/bejne/m17Wg6B5mNF0qbc kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHu0e6J8rZlrY7M kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5DJZXhjp8SXaKs

[@infullbloomm98]

The problem with USA sunscreens that they can label spf 50 on skin contact but can deteriorate down to spf 5 in 80 min. While in Australia spf means it stays spf 50 up to 80 min.

[@facts-truth-lies]

@@DrDrayzday Wow... thank you for responding.

[@facts-truth-lies]

@@DrDrayzday Dr. Dray I didn't find any response to my question about how two sunscreens can have spf of 50 but in the active ingredients, one has 4% titanium and 4% zinc vs 12-25% titanium and 12-25% zinc How are they both 50 spf? in your video, it compared different spf numbers, that part I understand. Thank you:)

[@21972012145525]

@@facts-truth-liesthe percentages aren’t accurate representation if spf. SPF is a specific test and I believe the zinc etc varies by formulation

[@alexleee3885]

hi dr.dray, is it ok to consume foods rich in vitamin a like carrots and sweet potatoes while using a topical retinoid ?

[@DrDrayzday]

Yes. Foods rich in carotenoids are beneficial for the skin

[@chibialien57]

I tried azelaic acid from the Ordinary and it stings and makes my face itchy. Wondering if its due to the formulation?

[@angiepattillo3599]

Is this PAD considered a "derivative" of Azelaic Acid? My dermatologist started using an Azelaic Acid derivative in my compounded Rosacea gel. I don't have it with me right now, so I can't share the name of it. Apparently it's supposed to be less grainy & easier to dissolve.

[@lifewillbebetternow]

Very helpful - thank you.

[@Okeiokei744]

Hi! When is it ok to touch my face again after applying azelaic acid? they say you should wash your hands after applying it so i'm not sure about touching my face when it's on there

[@meggieprice]

I was really looking forward to this one after you mentioned it on the vlog 💜💜💜

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@So0so0100]

Can i use azelic acid with hydroquinone?

[@memoonasaeed4408]

Everyone need to moisturize no matter the region? I'm from Pakistan and there are no lightweight good moisturizers locally so I Don't moisturize although i use prescription strength Azelaic acid daily in morning and isotretinoin erythromycin gel for acne (on alternate nights OR give one day gap after 3 day continues application)

[@DrDrayzday]

Some people can get away without moisturizing

[@judithtejeda911]

How often did you use it when you started using it?

[@nikitakolhatkar3271]

can i use azelaic acid one night and epiduo other night or need to keep gap?

[@danam2364]

HEY! I finally see the shopping bag! 🎉

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Dr Dray hope u r well n 🖐Hello Every1 n Happy Monday😀n what a Wonderful Vid…. thanks n This is Gonna b so Good🔥👍n Continued Blessings to All💜….

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Monday

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

Happy Monday! We have finally having warm sunny weather here in RI so I am looking forward to an afternoon walk! Hope that you enjoy your day too!

[@db-gb5xi]

Happy Monday Whitney Brown. Hope you're doing well and having a lovely day.

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Theresa Berg hope u r well n Happy Monday😀👍💜….

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings d b hope u r well n Happy Monday😀👍💜….

[@shainaclingempeel2655]

Would something like cerave's retinol help with scars, as compared to tret? I have sensitive skin.

[@ritak6329]

I use prescription at night and OT in the morning. I really like the peach and Lilly azelaic acid! The ordinary is fine when you just want to try it but it’s not the most emigrant formulation and you end up using a lot.

[@fatimagulzar-fc1yh]

Hi ....i have hyperpigmentation on my cheeks and forehead and i m using glycolic acid toner on alternative days in evening.....can i use azelic acid to cure hyperpigmentation in morning with glycolic acid toner in evening??????

[@fatimagulzar-fc1yh]

Plz plz plz reply