Let’s Get Intimate: Azelaic Acid | Dr. Shereene Idriss

Another multi-beneficial ingredient that should be on your radar if it isn't already! Azelaic acid - let's dive in :)
0:00 intro
1:07 azelaic acid as a horoscope sign
2:20 how was it discovered
4:20 the science
5:00 azelaic acid for sensitive skin
5:44 benefits
10:22 formulation
11:44 the right concentration
12:48 product recommendations
16:33 key takeaways
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[@emilievanschaik644]

The day this lady launches her own product line, I’m first to buy it 😊

[@kathleensauer3394]

I heard it’s coming Sept 2022!!🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@elizabethstuder5322]

And I’m right behind you! I love hearing the science behind the ingredient and the good the bad and the ugly of it as well.

[@barbarapaz3722]

She’s working on it already

[@julieo4580]

I’ve been reading a lot about using sea salt products for acne. Anyone have recommendations for what to try? I’m 44, combo oily sensitive acne prone skin and have acne that is the stuff that will just be there for weeks. Topical BHA and other stuff has not helped and Differin or tret is way too irritating for me

[@angelachristina]

@@julieo4580 I don't know If you are in the US and if this brand is available in the US but: La Mer Med (not the crazy expensive La Mer) is a northern German brand wich uses sea salt and silt, even in their SPF. And there are products without fragrance too, if you're sensitive. It's reasonable priced and I love their products.

[@eleanorjenks7874]

Oh this is my new best friend!! Thank you!

[@KarenMarquezReyes]

Hi Dr. Shereene! My sister and I have been watching your videos religiously because you are so great at explaining everything in such vivid detail. It has helped us learn so much about our skincare routine, and I no longer purchase anything without reading and researching every ingredient (or already having the information due to your lovely videos.) We are so proud and happy you now have your own practice. My sister lives in Brooklyn and I visit her once a year so our goal is to make an appointment with you once we bounce back from all these pandemic job losses. Wish you well!

[@amyames7066]

Very informative video. Thanks for a great balance of science and product. Keep up the deep dive on ingredients!!

[@sandrac.8955]

Great video as always! Love your humor and all your knowledge. Thank you! Face theory has a really good azaleic acid with a great formulation. Great for my sensitive rosacea skin.

[@alidenv]

I accidentally found your channel and I am hooked! Your way of explaining things with himor is amazing 👏. Thanks

[@cynthiaharding9536]

So much wonderful information here. Thank you for clarifying these concentrations.

[@J.E.C.]

Out of all the videos on this channel this is my favorite because I learned something new.

[@tha57]

As someone studying microbiology, I find the azelaic acid story soo cool!

[@OnlyMartine]

Excited to try more products with azealic acid. Went to a dermatologist today and she recomemended it to me, she said I have sensitive skin. I also noticed that in the past 2 years, my skin gets redness more often - I'm 29 now. Thank for sharing the knowledge, Shereene :)

[@cs-yq5ed]

I love your thought: Not to take its kindness as weakness. ❤

[@terrizagst]

I started using this after your rosacea video and it is amazing.

[@amazingme88]

This is by far the BEST, most COMPREHENSIVE video on AA i have ever seen. Thank you Dr.

[@sineadlally8105]

To add to your list of wonders - the ordinary 10% AA completely resolved my periorifacial dermatitis like nothing else ever could. It's amazing!

[@mahnoormasood9437]

I love your energy, you really like teaching about the science of drugs, it's so refreshing to watch, especially the hand movements. Keep it up

[@a.c.1436]

I came to this video from your acne scars video. Thank you for these explanations. I watched tons of other videos by you. Thank you

[@dekalogue]

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid and even Skinoren work great mixed in with moisturizer and applied together. No pilling.

[@lolabrini3758]

with Dr Idriss videos you get: 1- a history lesson on the topic at hand and how it was discovered 2- a simplified biological lesson of the active ingredient and how it works on our body 3- and what to be careful (potential side effects), and what product brand to trust and use that are safest 😎

[@rhondamullins6192]

I needed this video desperately! Thank you for the wonderful information,! ❤️

[@Cvididht]

I found this vid after searching azelaic acid & I’ve been binging all your videos ever since. I love how much you educate us while explaining everything in silly casual way. It really helps to remember all the info. You remind me of a middle school teacher (in a good way lol). I’ve watched so many other KZbin vids & they all blend into one & go out the window. And I love how you promote targeting the most prominent condition. I’ve fallen prey to the marketing & just buying whatever I’ve got a coupon for or searching “best” whatever. Or going on KZbin just for product recommendations not really looking into or caring about each ingredient based on my skin type/condition/environment. I’m so glad I found your channel! I’ve got closed comedones on my cheeks & post acne red marks, so I just ordered the Paula’s choice azelaic acid serum & am excited to start using something that will hopefully actually do what I need for my specific skin. ❤

[@beverly5173]

I'd like to see a video dedicated to Actives: when to use, how often, and how to layer (and NOT to layer), and actives to avoid or try for certain skin types. Actives like niacinimide, vitamin c, azalaic acid, retinol, glycolic acid....and more :) Thank you!

[@user-vf7cs4tf8g]

I'd love that. I've been told by my Hepatologist that I should not use retinols due to liver damage, so I bought resveratrol, bakuchiol and azaleic acid, BUT, how do I use them? When do I use them? Can I layer them? When should I use my BHA or AHA? With them, alternate nights? Help, Doc, give us guidence for those of us who can't use retinols anymore!

[@meenakshis4119]

Hi Dr Shereene Idriss 👋! I loved this video a lot.I would like to give a suggestion on whether you could do a video about Olaplex (the science behind it, what it does, benefits and more).It would be lovely and helpful to see you do a video about it. Thank you 😊 💓

[@hazelbachan461]

Love your advice, at 65 , with lots of skin problems followed ur advice & find my skin is much better

[@carolynmareck5112]

So happy to see this video…I’ve recently purchased the Paula’s Choice acid, but hadn’t quite figured out how to add it to my skin care routine…thank you! 😊

[@suzanserra]

Paulas azeleic asidi bende kullanmaya basladim , sabah aksam yuzumu yikadikdan sonra kullaniyorim , ancak baska hicbir urunle karistirmiyorum , sadece azaleic asit ,

[@emilylouie9572]

Yay! New vid! Thanks dr idriss!!

[@julierosine520]

I love the painting behind you. Thank you for your videos, they are very informative

[@OliaKonJo]

I love it how you explain it in details. Thank you.

[@fatimabibihoosen]

This video came at the right time. I started Azelaic acid in my 3rd pregnancy in 2020 at a time when my skin was really bad and it helped a lot! With breakouts and the horrid PIH/PIE I stopped for a few months because O couldn't get it anywhere, everywhere seemed to be sold out. When I eventually found it I was so happy. But then I discontinued after a few months again because I had developed a skin reaction to something and stopped all actives. FFW to now, just a week or 2 ago, I decided to dig it out and try it again and I fell in love all over again. I am acne prone, I get occasional breakouts and I get whiteheads/comedones all the time.

[@Sasha_xo]

That’s amazing what brand do you use?

[@richcharacter]

Are you using? How's it working on your face?

[@taggarca]

Great video! Azelaic acid has been a game changer for my skin (I have rosacea). I first tried the ordinary 10%- I found that if I applied it in one direction it wouldn’t pill. But completely agree that the prescription 15% gel is so much more elegant and enjoyable to use

[@claireeisen1903]

Would you please share, which is the prescription a azaleic acid one she is showing 15% that doesn’t pill? 🙏

[@tombeastie6222]

I couldn't see the name of the prespriction 15% gel, what is it's name?

[@monaylinkov]

@@tombeastie6222 i believe it is Glenmark’s Azelaic Acid Gel 15%

[@haniaahamd5906]

Can you plz tell should we use it daily or on alternate days?

[@eggyboi419]

I have rosacea too. How do you incorporate Azelaic acid into your routine? Could you please share?

[@mellowyellowMnM]

Thanks for going into the history of the product. Now I’m inclined to commit to using it.

[@samamiri7352]

I absolutely love your videos. They are very honest and informative. Can you please do video on procedures like microneedling, microdermabrasion etc. Or which procedures are good to keep skin youthful

[@blue_moon_17]

I would like to see a video that shows the order of application of actives for AM and PM skin routine, namely hydroquinone, vitamin C, glycolic acid (I use those in the AM), tretinoin, niacinamide and azelaic acid (I used those at night). Thanks so much for taking up of your time to educate us 🌹

[@tonyagraham7579]

She did do a video about AM and PM routine. Not for those exactly but it’s very informative. I have it on my mirror in my bathroom.

[@zeke937]

@Blue_Moon_ 17 Personally, in the morning I use my face wash, azelaic acid as my morning active then follow up with my moisturizer after giving the azelaic acid a few minutes to absorb. I then put sunscreen over that. Most vitamin c serums have issues being stable due to the nature of the product (especially in the presence of sunlight). Tretinoin can be used during the night time along side a moisturizer to help with the dryness. I personally wouldn't use azelaic acid and tretinoin together in 1 routine because they have a lot of the same effects on the skin, you would end up doubling down on the same thing & increasing your chances of irritation putting them together. Azelaic Acid in the morning & Tretinoin during the night time is good. As for Glycolic Acid, one to a few times during the week is all you really need. It isn't something I would recommend using every day. Niacinamide can be used anytime (it is however found in plenty of products now). For layering, liquid products go first, then gels/creams.

[@shj7346]

Doesn't matter. Apply vitamin C directly after cleansing with an acidic cleanser, before toner and any other products - increases penetration. The others make no difference.

[@shj7346]

@@minniethepooh9083 @Minnie The Pooh Studies found using acids in the morning increase penetration of actives (specifically tretinoin in this study) used in the PM. There's nothing dangerous with using acids in the AM. There is also no reason to not use an "exfoliant" in the AM. The only exception I can think of is mandelic acid which readily breaks down from UV exposure. You should also be using a salicylic or glycolic acid or other cleanser in the AM and then applying vitamin C (l-ascorbic acid) directly after first thing for increased penetration.

[@Btree33]

You might be over doing it w actives honestly. Trent 3-4 nights. Glycolic 1-2 night. Azelaic mornings 4-5 days Give your smoke a break and a lot of these actives have the same effect even if you don’t use them everyday

[@susanmcf1]

I very recently added azelaic acid into my routine. I'm using The Ordinary and really like the texture. I'm using it twice a day with no ill effects. I started it because of very stubborn hyperpigmentation exacerbated by aging.

[@TheFashionDictionary_]

Is there any great results?

[@Pupsaremyheart101]

Thank you for all of your information. I gave myself retinal burn. I have rosacea and dry skin. Argh! Through watching your videos I am learning so much about how to take better care of my skin. Thank you!

[@MellaBellaz]

🤯 always educational!! You are brilliant and so knowledgeable. Thank you 🙏

[@haven_from_me]

My derm prescribed me azaelic acid cream 15% mixed with niacinamide and it has done wonders for my rosacea and hyperpigmentation. I started noticing the change after using it for 2 months. I've now been using it for 7 months and I've received so many compliments from people who havent seen me in a while. The Doc is right when she says even skin tone makes you look better. Huge difference. And my bumps from rosacea are much smoother. I also use over the counter retinol (cereve).

[@tanusree_halder_08]

Hello Do you use it everyday ? Or alternative days

[@SG-wq4rm]

@haven_from_me I am supposed to start 20% in next few days. Do you think it would help me with melasma (pregnancy mask/patches))?

[@cheneroodt]

You said you use Retinol from CeraVe. How often do you use it? I also have Rosacea and I am scared that the retinol from CeraVe will cause a flare-up

[@duaaaroojvlogs]

Can you share the name of cream plzzzz

[@SG-wq4rm]

@@duaaaroojvlogs it's prescription Azelaic acid cream.

[@eneene8711]

I'm a guy with mild, spotty rosacea with some flushing but can be controlled with diet (clean/high protein/25% fat and 25% carbs) and no dairy. I've had amazing results with: 1) morning soolantra (ivermectin) 2) evening finacea (15% azelaic acid topical gel) I follow up with Biossance squalane oil and Eucerin moisturiser + sunscreen in the AM At night I use finacea with squalane oil, light serum and moisturiser with peptides! I loved retin-a, had no adverse effects APART from severely dry skin - no matter how much hydration, diet, water, even at once a week. Such a shame! but found azelaic acid (finacea) is much more suited as a mild exfoliant.

[@emilywinter4175]

I LOVE the backstory you provide with different ingredients! It’s fascinating and so helpful!!

[@devonsipe1617]

Hooray I’ve been waiting for this one!

[@Suha_Chakravorty]

I would like detailed videos on the two topics of "Hydroquinone" and "Fungal Acne". There's not much on both over here on KZbin. Thank you for all that you do, Dr. Shereen Idriss 🙏 Love ❤ From India 🇮🇳

[@our2pumpkins]

Yes fungal acne please.

[@serra9941]

Love azelaic acid! I have tried both Paula's Choice one and the Ordinary one; PC is definitely nicer in terms of application. It does not pill, and I personally don't find it smelly. If I have extra money, then I'll definitely go for PC. TO one is equally effective, but of course trickier to apply. I found that mixing it with my moisturizer (The Ordinary NMF) works well. As someone with oily skin, I appreciate its' mattify effects (TO is more mattifying than PC).

[@ShilohsMommy127]

FaceTheory has an AMAZING azelaic acid!

[@kimberlyv.3271]

I absolutely LOOOVE and adore dr. Sam’s brightly serum. I’m currently using my second bottle after a brief pause between the first bottle and I couldn’t find a single product in the market as effective so I repurchased. My skin is so happy. The percentage of azelaic acid in that serum btw is 10%!

[@manuelaconde7316]

Educational and entertaining. You’re amazing. Thank you!

[@214sims]

I just finished my azelaic acid from the ordinary and boy did it do a great job at improving my skin texture making it smooth and a little brighter. I used it in my routine every night and day just before my spf. Only problem the texture of it sucks. I found mixing it with a lightweight oil then applying gave it a luxurious texture. 🥰🥰

[@dsh_vaidya]

My God! Just studied ténia versicolor today, commonly caused by malassezia Globus> m. Furfur today (I'm a mbbs student) And the doctor I look upto talks about it What a gorgeous coincidence! ❤️

[@marikal2341]

If you have normal skin and no acne and mild melasma seems to be getting better with other actives (retinoids, vitamin-c) is there any reason to add this to a skincare routine, you think?

[@dsh_vaidya]

@@marikal2341 If you use retinoid every other night (which you should) then you can add a 15-20% azelaic acid on the nights you're skipping retinoid, it'll help

[@marikal2341]

@@dsh_vaidya Thanks!

[@csstudio3648]

Informative content as always! Thank you! Those colors and jewelry look fab on you. You are glowing! Love the painting behind you too. :)

[@mayor2260]

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍 👍 Send me a message, (above number)

[@nadiadncr]

Great video and very informative as always 💕

[@esem2165]

Dear doc, could you please make a video about dry acne-prone skin and how to treat it. Currently breaking out😬

[@mehakkhanna1727]

I am obsessed with you and your channel!! I am kinda questioning my not so perfect skin routines! 🫣🫣🫣

[@dudinacas]

Been using Azclear (20% OTC azelaic acid) nightly for the last few weeks and it's been working amazing at helping manage breakouts on my hyper-sensitive skin!

[@leena1880]

It’s okay to use every night ?!?

[@adrianaescalante663]

Learnt a lot! Thank your for such great content. I'm looking forward to get a prescription to try it out.

[@nishthagahlot4663]

hey! I loved this video. Can you do a series just on ingredients? I think there is not a lot of information out there on ingredients it's just on different conditions and productions. I think knowing what individual ingredients do might help in choosing the right ingredient!

[@angelachristina]

Thank you Doc for making a video about my favorite active. I use the Skinoren 20% cream (need prescription in my country). It was a game changer for me. My rosazea is so much better, I'm less sensitive and even my hormonal outbreaks during THE time of the month are almost history. But I think next I'll give the 15% gel a try.

[@ovananda2]

In the EU, the Facetheory one is very good! High quality, 15% concentration, great price, no fragrance and is soothing with green tea leaf extract & aloe vera leaf juice, elegant formula. I love it, it works and plays well with other products.

[@skinstadrea]

this product actually irritated and redden my skin :( ! i have acne-prone skin and i’m not sensitive to ingredients.

[@selmabenmoussa7520]

Oops, my previous comment is gone? Love your Videos Shereene. Love that you decided to talk about this.It is such a fantastic ingredient that deserves more attention (I use skinoren for rosacea) it works so well. I also love the French accent that slips through from time to time and your no nonsense approach and love of French parapharmacies. You must do a full review of French pharma classics!

[@guyplay]

The Paula’s Choice 10% is fantastic. Perfect for any breakouts I get

[@T.T.M.60]

I have been using the Paulas Choice Azelaic acid boost for about 4 years now. I have very sensitive skin and roseacea and it really helps calm down my flare ups.

[@AvitalR88]

Does it dry yur skin?

[@T.T.M.60]

@@AvitalR88 no, not at all

[@beautibrew]

AA is my all time favorite ingredient 😍 thank you for making a video about it. For anyone with rosacea I highly recommend the Lumizela Azelaic Acid Serum A10 from Facetheory (UK based brand). Beautiful formulation with so many other soothing ingredients that are a godsend for my rosacea prone skin. it's my holy grail by far that I can't live without in my routine!

[@Wooplot]

I use the facetheory one too, doesn't seem to pill.

[@eviepapacharalampou1738]

You are amazing! A big big fan of you! Keep up your great job!

[@roxanarahmati8874]

Thank you so much dearest Dr. Idriss, I've been dealing with adult hormonal acne for a few months (as if all those teenage years were not enough, lol!) and was using topical creams like adapelene or tretinoin along with salicylic acid and even took spironolactone but still had some stubborn ones. Last time I asked my doctor to prescribe it for me and this just saved me and my skin. It works like a charm! Thank you so much for sharing this. I watch all your videos with great enthusiasm as I love learning more and more. I have purchased a whole lot of other stuff from your recommendations and my skin is happy with them! Sending so much love and appreciation to your way❤️

[@sadie8774]

Thank you! I would love a deep dive on anti-inflammatory ingredients and product recommendations :3

[@sarahmunson1778]

Me too!! Especially including some affordable, vegan and cruelty free options!

[@yasminem5988]

What a good idea 💡😃

[@cmntr_]

@@sarahmunson1778 cassandra bankson (medical aesthetician) only recommends cruelty free and vegan skincare, maybe her videos are of interest to you.

[@pikachuiswatchingyou]

Azelaic acid, soolantra, tranexamic acid, green tea, licorice root, allantoin. I really recommend isntree green tea toner and aloe line as well. Add AA and tranexamic acid. Use a milk or dermo cleanser (the most important)

[@sweetsnejinka9411]

@@cmntr_ ooh, thanks!

[@Felineintuition]

I love the Geek and Gorgeous formulation. No smell and it helps with the marks left from my acne.

[@MP-317]

Ok Dr. Idris - Im hooked and now officially one of your "skin nerds'" . Thank You for the info on how important the "formulation" of azelaic acid is ! If you had to pick 1 product for us more "mature" girls that fades the damage of those sun spots we got back in the day -what would it be ? Also would love to know what make up products you use. Your skin is glowing !

[@mirna-garcia]

I love this video, thank you for such useful information

[@annaw7437]

Yes!! The Serendipity movie 🙌 My favourite product with this acid is Lumizela by Facetheory (this whole brand is honestly amazing!). Hugs from London x

[@roufaidalaidi8597]

Hi doc, i am a big fan of your advices and personality. I look up to you. Plz tell us about products' expiration. Would it be possible to keep using a product a short period after it expired? Can it be dangerous, or the ingredients will lose their efficiency ?

[@rachmaninovwasemo2313]

Yes! I love individual ingredient videos!

[@foxytroy]

I took a break from this product because I don't know how to squeeze it in to my current routine using The Ordinary. Used this before when I was still on cerave and loved it. Sold me on this one Dr Idriss. Going back on it!

[@korneliasobotka4609]

Fun Fact: in Poland 15-20% azelaic acid is available without a prescription! And it's very cheap, so it has been my 'must-have' product for years. Thank you for the video Dr Sheerene 😍💕

[@busracakmak8478]

It’s available in Turkey too! But how do you use it? Should I moisturize after applying azelaic acid cream?

[@PassionPno]

Same here in Malaysia.

[@busracakmak8478]

great! Thank you! I think I’ll use moisturizer in winter but I get oilier in summer so I can skip 🙏🏻🎈

[@m.younis9849]

Same in most Arab countries btw

[@zuzu7657]

Can you give me the name of the product you use ? Please and thank you 😘😍

[@milicahaban]

Dear dr Shereene, can you please talk about eczema on eyelids and what products or treatments can help with that? Thank you 😊

[@girlnomad8398]

You are my best KZbinr skincare, you changing my life, very help full love you thank you 🙏

[@clair2388]

This came at the perfect time!! Thank you :) can you also go into depth about how to layer this product?

[@claudiapasqualotto8459]

I‘d love an Azelaic Acid part 2! About how to combine it with other active ingredients, when to apply in my skincare routine, whether it can be used constantly or should only be used for a certain period of time? Thank you! Love your videos and base all my skincare on them!!

[@MyLoVeLyMaN]

I've been using Finacea gel for over a year now. When I put it on at night, I wake up with a more even tone and less redness. Apart from that, never got amazing effects on acne and spots, despite using Adapalene too in my routine. I also find it quite drying despite moisturising beforehand (everyone says how gentle it is but...) Sometimes it also stings quite a bit. What do you think about derivatives of AA such as Potassium azeloyl diglycinate?

[@desireedelacampa496]

Thank you so much for your videos and sharing your knowledge about products that can be helpful for our skin, I have rosacea and you recommended azelaic acid, I have been using it and I really like it on my skin, thank you for all you do!

[@Lily-ku7nr]

This video was very helpful ! Merci beaucoup ☺️

[@yessie_48]

I just started using azelaic acid and was super excited to see this video! The information was really helpful and appreciated! How often would you recommend this product be applied based off skin type? I have dry, sensitive, acne-prone skin (🥴) and I’ve been using it three nights a week! So far so good, saw a bit of redness so I’m thinking I should take it back a notch. I get a bit carried away 😅

[@Wooplot]

once your skin gets used to it more, u can probably use it daily. if your skin reacts negatively to it, try putting on moisturiser first and then add the AA after.

[@hummelorama338]

I’ve used AA (15%) for 9 months now for rosacea. It has worked wonders to calm my skin. This winter, I’m only using it five days a week because it can be drying.

[@LoveToday8]

I recently purchased an AA serum and it's pretty hydrating. cos de baha is the brand. Another dermatologist on KZbin recommended it.

[@tombeastie6222]

What brand?

[@Nat.ali.a]

I use the 20% cream formula, and I have used the 15% gel formula before, and on my skin the 20% showed better results, but the doctor says the 15% is better absorbed so now I don’t know what is better.

[@GamesOfficialYouTube]

Nice, what else do you use for rosacea?

[@asmrjunkie6874]

I use 100% unrefined rosehip or jojoba oil with mines.

[@anonbrandon]

Would love to see a skincare routine for Accutane! Or a discussion about Accutane in general!

[@makicarlier3959]

Bonjour Dr Shereene, you are a amazing doctor with beautiful personality, thank you so much for educating us, very much appreciated. Bonne journee. Bisous from France 🇫🇷

[@mayor2260]

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍 👍 Send me a message, (above number)

[@sarabertolo]

Hi! Azelaic acid has been the best discovery of the year so far. I suffer from melasma and acne despite being 41 and very dry and atopic. It hasn't cleared the breakouts or the melasma yet but it's definitely better. My question would be if azelaic acid 15% (Finacea) is enough applied once a day or is twice a day better. Also, can I apply anything before AZ or will it prevent it from working, thinking an hydrating serum since I find it quite drying. And maybe a topic for another occasion: espironolactone for acne?

[@browndoggle]

I’m in the US so 15% is prescription only here. However, I ordered Lumizela A15 (15% azelaic acid) from the UK facetheory website and had it shipped. I love this product! It’s so well formulated and doesn’t cause me any irritation. My previous azelaic acid product was Naturium Topical Azelaic Acid 10%.

[@marywittman8248]

I love this one too! I’m in Canada and also order it from the UK site, I haven’t tried the Naturium one yet but I hear it’s great too. Have you noticed any difference between the two with your skin?

[@rivkeg]

Thank you for this information! My doctor prescribed the 15% but my insurance wouldn’t cover it and it was about $300 for a month supply. I just ordered it from the uk site.

[@marywittman8248]

@@rivkeg I just ordered a 3 pack this time to save some money, the stuff is liquid gold :)

[@thill6598]

Please shAre this store. Thanks

[@zenisfun]

Great information I have just ordered ordinary Azelaic acid and trying to understand the usage and effects Thanks

[@changyenchuan9110]

love your videos! started watching your videos today and it does feel intimate as if like at the clinic. thank you for your help and will give azelaic a try:)

[@ellascott-fleming5855]

I love Azealaic acid as someone w rosacea and very deep acne scars this has really helped me. The glycolic x azealaic combo u mentioned in a previous video also helps so much with pigmentation and evening out my skintone. Topics I would like covered... - Alcohols - what are good what are bad? - tretinoin? - rosacea in terms of bumps on the nose, blood vessels, bleeding Thanks :)

[@ambergerhelper7852]

What combo is that?

[@ellascott-fleming5855]

@@ambergerhelper7852 Glycolic acid toner from pixie - low percentage, I have sensitive skin. Azelaic acid from the drugstore, 20%, seems fine. The combo does something for pigmentation it was in one of her older videos.

[@Sky10811]

alcohol denat is not good only if it s in top 4 or 5 ingredients. the rest of alcohols are good in any position

[@N08R76H]

I know im late but if you search up the name of the alcohol and it says fatty alcohol or long chain alcohol it's good

[@nicolee0072000]

15% azelaic acid gel and 20% azelaic acid lotion is available without a prescription in Australia 🇦🇺.

[@1969lynnie]

I love your channel...you are so smart and so funny! Your videos are informative and entertaining!! Thank you for this info Dr.

[@catc473]

I cannot believe I only discovered your channel about a week ago! Clearly been living under a rock. But I've been binging on your videos ever since and I wanted to thank you for all your work and for spreading all this knowledge!!! Because of your content I've also managed to find ONE Azelaic product with 15% on the UK market - one from SVR Labs (sadly has a dropper though). I've ordered it so we'll see what I make of it and if it helps reduce some of my redness. Thanks again !!

[@chestnutbud23]

Lovely video as always! Ive always wondered whether Azeleic Acid and tretionin are safe to use when getting IPL for you face every couple weeks? Like how long after a tretionin or azeleic acid treatment should one wait before using lasers like IPL?

[@marywittman8248]

I’ve been getting some IPL for last 6 mos or so, once per month. My esthetician recommended stopping tret 5 days before and 5 days after. She also said all my acids were ok…probably a good idea to ask your IPL person!

[@kellyfitzgerald688]

great video! love watching you explain ingredients. Could you give some advice on combining ingredients including Vit C, AA, Retinol. Currently use Vit c in the am under sunscreen and Retinol in PM, so not sure where i can fit the AA in. I have some rosacea on cheek area that i'm hoping it will help with. Thanks!

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[@gillian417]

Dear Dr Idriss, thank for you all of the educational content on skincare. I have enjoyed watching your informative and educational videos over the last few years. I haven't quite got my regime down to a T and still looking for that one or two amazing products but getting there. Having moved into the Menopause phase, and with an increasing number of products targeted towards menopause, could you do a video recommending the key ingredients and products to look out for please? And perhaps for future content, a video on pimping up your skincare with at home treatments / masks? And because I'm greedy, a video on multi-ingredient serums - combinations that work well together. THANK YOU 🙏

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[@karmeljohal4050]

You're amazing! Excellent advice 😊

[@natashicica]

Hey Dr. Gorgeous! I was really hoping to find out how to incorporate AA into my routine...with retinol, AHA, vitamin C....

[@whitepaper5241]

We have 2 brands that sell 20% Azelaic Acid in my country: AZA by DermaXp and Zelface. Both are very accessible in pharmacies. You can get them without prescription although the direction in the label says it should be prescribed. AZA has 2 azelaic acid products: one comes in a cream tube, and one comes in a gel bottle. The gel one feels really good on the skin, is easy to apply and comes in a 30 ml bottle. The tube one has a grainy texture. It makes it difficult to layer under any skincare products without any pilling issues, but it works better. Zelface is the overall winner in my opinion. The cream is easy to apply, and it gives really good results, especially for acne. But it does sting a little bit. Azelaic Acid is no longer my favorite ingredient, though. I find Tretinoin to be more effective at treating acne and acne marks.

[@eflodruan]

I love your videos so enlightening, and your colorful bracelets 😉

[@kyrieavery6189]

The first time i understood azaleic acid and I've been using it for 3 months now..Thank you so much for this info.

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[@ErlonJris]

Honestly, the combination of a salicylic acid face wash and Azeliac Acid as a spot treatment works SO WELL for me. Or if I can see any clogged pores, I just put some on in that specific area after using a salicylic acid face wash.

[@mvvnl1ght269]

So you use Azelaic acid at morning? How much frequency? 🙌🏻 when you see clogged pores you mean you put localizated azelaic acid? Like a lil pump? Not applying all over ur face? I want to try this for redness on my cheeks because of acne blemishes, but I’m wondering if I should just apply on these zones or just as a moisturizer all over the face (before my main moisturizer obviously)

[@ErlonJris]

@@mvvnl1ght269 I use it at night time. Or at least when the sun is down. It helps with minimizing the redness. I use The Ordinary Azeliac Acid and that quite difficult to spread all over the face. I don’t have access to a lot of Azeliac Acid products in my country so I have to make do with The Ordinary. So I just dab a tiny amount on any areas with active acne, visible clogged pores, or inflammation. Instantly makes the acne and redness less visible and speeds up the healing process quite a bit.

[@mvvnl1ght269]

@@ErlonJris Thanks for answering! , I’m glad you’re doing good with it. I’ve also purchased that one from The Ordinary I’m very hopeful lol, I really want to try this on my PIE or red blemishes because of acne, I guess I’ll start with kind of localizated spreading, thank you again =) I’ve been using Cicaplast for this kind of redness and it also has helped minimizing it (there is a caution for oily skin cause it may produce clogged pores; which I haven’t experienced), my skin type is a dried sensitive combo with oily T zone.

[@ErlonJris]

@@mvvnl1ght269 Cicaplast has Centella Aisatica which is amazing for calming down the skin as well. The Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Cream has a very high concentration of Centella Aisatica along with a lot of other good ingredients. You should definitely research about this product. It soothes down my skin so fast. Alternatively, the Cosrx Centella Water Alcohol Free toner is also very gentle and amazing for calming down inflammation. I have yet to try Cicaplast, I am also fearful of facing breakouts but i’ve heard amazing things about it.

[@asalya9007]

​@@mvvnl1ght269 i have this kind of skin type too, so did it help for you?

[@Adhara740]

Is there any conclusive scientific evidence that growth factors and peptides actually get past the skin barrier and work? Thank

[@suemiller294]

The haircut!! It looks fantabulous !!

[@drownzi]

I just bought the azelaic acid from naturium you convinced me Dr. Idriss!