AZELAIC ACID - 3 Year Update (I Wish I Knew This Before)

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey guys and welcome to todays video where I wanted to share with you an update on my journey with azelaic acid and how its helped my skin.. I would love to know what your own experiences have been so let me know in the comments below.. Sending you all so so much love xx

[@sjkcmd]

Formulation matters for azelaic acid. In the US medical studies show 15% prescription gel penetrates better than 20% prescription cream, so oddly the 15% delivered more to the skin than the 20% cream

[@maenad1231]

I think gels in general might deliver many ingredients better than cream. I’ve bought from brands that sell the same hyperpigmentation product in both cream & gel form and it seems like the Gel always works better.

[@MadAboutSkin]

This is such a good point and thank you so much for sharing.. sending you lots of love xx

[@johncheffy4775]

Finacea is a gel , Azclear is in a cream . Its hard to formulate with .

[@sjkcmd]

@@johncheffy4775 in the US I have only gotten generic versions. The prescriber can specify gel or cream but the manufacturer is up to the pharmacy and can change with each refill.I think those are the brand names you used. . I am doing a short trial of adding hydroquinone 4% prescription for melasmato--the first generic tube was an ointment and somewhat gritty and hard to spread, but better if I put the MAS serum on first. When I got the next tube from a different manufacturer it was a thin cream which at first seemed easier to use, but actually spread too widely and too much came out of the tube with the tiniest squeeze. Now I appreciate the first manufacturer more. The only way to get a specific generic is to call each pharmacy to see which they have that month as the chains buy from the cheapest supplier and can change suppliers month to month if not week to week.

[@bnb0510]

Yes!

[@LauraLVTGW]

For those in the US, I just order from the EU website, to get the 15%. I have to wait a little bit for shipping, but it is totally worth the wait. I also order with the save 3 feature, buy 3 bottles and get a discount. I usually buy 6 at a time and that gets me through most of a year. I took your advice on Azelaic Acid and FT about two years ago. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!💖💖💖

[@celestinetoussaint6350]

OOh great tip omg!!! I have the 10% I'll be trying soon but will keep this tip if I like this serum. Do you use it twice a day?

[@XBleach88X]

Which EU website by chance?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing this hun its such a great tip to get the higher strength.. sending you lots of love xxxxxx

[@amandadelatorre3790]

Azelaic is one of the only ingredients I’ve used every single day since I got into skincare. I swap acids, alternate tret, etc but I absolutely will not skip azelaic bc I never want to look like a cherry tomato again 😂

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@eveningstar8581]

What's your favorite one you've tried?

[@furor9396]

Hey what are your fav?

[@i-statipi-i626]

What % you use?

[@eloisepharmacist]

I didn't find azelaic acid in my own skincare till I was 44year and suffering with Roseaca. I knew it was used by dermatologists on prescription but never realised it was in over the counter products. I have used The Ordinary 10% and Dermatica 20% but now I have it under control the 5% in the Mad about Skin super serum is perfect for maintenance 👍😁❤️

[@MarianDouglasUngaro]

Congratulations, Eloise. 😏👍🏽

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad the serum is working so well for you hun, I think 5% is perfect for maintaining though something higher in the beginning is often better.. thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@thescarletgraywitch8052]

I love AA... and best of all, more brands are releasing Azalaic based products!! We can only get 10% without a script, but I really feel it has made a huge difference. I use it with Tranexamic Acid and Adapalene (with some BHA and AHAs also.) I actually use thicker AA & TA serums as the first layer in my "retinol sandwich" instead of a moisturizer, and have had really good results. I seem to use a lot of acids, but theyve made significant difference in the texture of my skin I have from all those little shattered glass scars and any acne pigmentation. I use most of my anti aging actives in the morning, and save the acids for PM when I can top them all off with good PM moisturizing creams & thick summer gels. Thank you for all your experiences you share with us all!! So appriciative!! Your advice has made such a huge difference to my skin (even if I can't find all those great UK products out here in Arizona.) 💖💖

[@hrhsophiathefirst4060]

So happy for your growth, well deserved. I started azelaic acid two years ago for my cystic acne at 20% from my derm. My cost is $10 for a tube that lasts almost a year so very lucky.

[@celestinetoussaint6350]

Did it work for you and did you use it twice a day?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun and your love and support means so much to me .. love you xx

[@elizabethonstage]

I started my skincare journey and azelaic acid was the first ingredient I wanted to incorporate- but for the mild rosacea under my nose!!!! I actually started off by using Naturium’s 10% as it was most readily available and love it (though I’m aware of your feelings on the brand 😅). I JUST RECEIVED my first bottle of the Facetheory AZ acid this week - and I found it because if YOU 💗💗💗 thank you for all of your videos- you truly have changed my life and skincare … and I can’t wait to let you know how I love the new Facetheory! ♥️♥️♥️

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun and this comment just put a huge smile on my face.. I cant wait to hear what you think to the FT one so keep me posted.. love you xxxx

[@veronica4422]

A great serum to fight PIH is the transparent lab PIH Sun spot fading treatment. It contains 5% tranexamic acid, 5% azeloglicina, 5% niacinamide, 1% kojic acid and 0,3% lumínica granatum. The price is around 16€ for 30ml

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@SaraHungary]

My skin loves the MAS serum! Since I use it once a day my skin never looked better. I have less redness, less irritation, my skin looks smoother and healthier. And I still didn't empty it 😁

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun :) this puts a huge smile on my face and im thrilled your loving the product so much.. sending you lots of love xxxx

[@angelamcgregor8985]

I have been using Azelic Acid for the last year re suffering from mild rosacea on and off. I chose The Ordinary 10% and for me it's been fantastic. Smooth application, absorbes quickly, no pilling and no irritation. My rosacea has not returned, my skin looks radiant with an even tone. This active has been a game changer for me. Thanks for your article Rob. X

[@victoriawilliams8196]

Same. The Ordinary's AA applies beautifully for me and it's really reduced my rosacea!

[@badass7055]

How long did it takes to clear up?

[@angelamcgregor8985]

Only about 3 months, but my rosacea was mild

[@mordan4686]

I'm from Israel 💜 my biggest tip is: keep a healthy skin barrier ! Good luck to all 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for the channel and sending you so much love xx

[@MatMat-qi2rd]

I totally ignored the effects of Azelaic Acid. I thought it was a cousin acid of the Glycolic Acid. Glad to see it can be used in so many different percentages for various purposes ;)

[@MadAboutSkin]

I totally agree and I think its common for people to compare it to glycolic but it works in a totally different way and gives some great results.. love xxxxx

[@jessicarodriguez6447]

I just started using azeleic acid due to the fact I’m now acne prone and breaking out in my tzone I will say my acne on my forehead looks better than what it did Sunday using Paula’s choice azeleic acid booster and I love it no Irritation or stinging 😍😍😍 Yayyy for azeleic acid

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@taranullius9221]

How you getting that product? Maybe Australia's changed its laws but we used to be able to get 20% Azclear over the counter. You can no longer buy Paula's Choice Azelaic Acid booster via PC Australia or get The Ordinary shipped in either. I dunno what's going on.

[@taranullius9221]

I liked the PC one the best. Sigh.

[@bettina_1611]

Love your channel 🥰 I use Azelaic Acid from Paulas Choice for approx 4 months now and it improved my skin so much 🤩I have Rosacea and I was looking for my holy grail of skincare for a decade. Now I found it! Best acid / cream I have ever used!

[@nathansmith-nd9nq]

Glad to be part of th Mad about skin channel . I'm from Qld in Australia. Thanking you

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for your support and welcome to the channel :) love x

[@fragitude]

I have The Ordinary 10% azelaic acid and I have no problem with pilling because I use it last in my fairly basic routine. Using my treninoin gel last also solved the same problem I was having with it. Azelaic acid in the morning and Treninoin at night works for me.

[@lisawilson2701]

The more we share this channel the better love this skincare family

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and thank you for all your support.. love xx

[@harpers1niter]

Congrats on your success you certainly deserve it. I don't think there is a harder working skin care content creator on YT.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so so much hun and thank you for all the support you give me and the channel.. love you x

[@Inisiarev]

It’s an amazing ingredient. But as with most acids way overused. Once a day or every other day will mostly do the trick and deliver great results without damaging the natural skin barrier. Azelaic acid also has a synergistic relation with specific other actives (not limited to vit C and, salicylic acid and niacinamide). Optimum concentration is key for azelaic acid and alongside used synergistic actives. Using high concentrations and superhigh concentrated acids is bound to lead to compromised skin barrier and all related skin issues. Ps. azelaic acid and bakuchiol is a holy combination 😇

[@julieme7927]

Do you have any favourites to recommend?

[@Inisiarev]

@@julieme7927 Any proper recommendation is nearly impossible, not knowing other skincare actives used. The Face Theory Lumizela has a beautiful formulation, however is very potent with a 15% concentration. Definitely not and everyday product and most surely not twice a day on a daily base. Amazingly efficient product. The Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic acid booster is a nice option too. Advantage to most other products is the 10% concentration of Azelaic Acid. (pretty well tolerated by many skins) combined with 1% salicylic acid. Azelaic acid and salicylic acid are synergistic (boosting each others efficacy). Some. skins might be tolerating the latter on a daily base at first, I would still never recommend daily use. The skin barrier will suffer in time. It (non daily application-every other day application) might take a bit longer for the skin to get better, but a clearer skin with intact barrier stays much better over time and stays better much more consistent. I. hope this information did help you a little. Take care, happy Saturday 👍🏽

[@bnb0510]

I use prescription strength daily and it has completely changed my skin. Such an underrated skincare product.

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@FashionbyBrittany]

You are truly a blessing!!!!! I love everything about this video and I’m so happy I found you as I just started incorporating it for my acne prone rosacea skin!!! Putting your tips and advice into action to achieve the most results!!

[@TA-vj8ex]

Thanks for all your info. I just ordered some Azelaic Acid 10% I want to try it for my hyperpigmentation. I had some lazer done which has got it about gone. But want to try to keep it away. I just love it when I find great information and videos like yours that help people so much. I’m a guy too and you help so many people with your videos to learn what we can do and try. Thanks so much. USA here.

[@Jsarson1976]

I have been using it for 1.5 years along with Tretinoin and my skins the best that it has ever been.

[@delaneybucknor3710]

I love the Face Theory one but I’ve just discovered an 8% one from Q&A which is super light, gentle and cheaper at £9.00. The bottle is very similar

[@michalamuggiernst464]

I think the facetheory is good but to drying for my normal to dry skin. This Q&A sound good. All give it a go. Thanks for the tip.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, I havent tried the Q&A one but I need to as it sounds amazing... love xx

[@delaneybucknor3710]

@@highdefinition8261 thank you. Keep an eye on Holland & Barrett. It’s often included in the buy one get half price.

[@delaneybucknor3710]

@@MadAboutSkin thanks Rob. Keep up the good work.

[@tonigenter6494]

Can't believe I've just found your channel obsessed already 🥰

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww thank you so so much hun and thank you for your support.. sending love x

[@jean405]

You convinced me😃 I ordered the Azelaic acid and tranexamic acid from face theory. I use both already from different brands, but can feel my skin needs a change. Thanks for your time and knowledge.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay i am so so glad you are trying them and I hope they work so well for you.. love xxxxx

[@WrinklesNWarPaint]

The Ordinary’s AZA is what I’ve been using for a few years now and I really like it. Admittedly, this particular formulation can be a bit tricky to use. According to the website, The Ordinary’s AZA is best used at the end of your skincare routine, after moisturizer and before sunscreen, and applied in the tiniest amount only to the areas that need it, like on pimples and around the nose. This is not an all-over the face type of product. Once I figured that out, I no longer had any issues with this AZA pilling. I willing say if you try this product and use it last after your moisturizer, give it a few minutes to settle into your skin before applying your sunscreen. (And, yes, always remember to apply sunscreen!)

[@fragitude]

I made basically the same comment then scrolled down and saw yours. I knew from my experience with treninoin gel pilling that using it last solved the problem at night. So since I heard this product could do the same thing I decided to only use it in the AM and use it last and I too have not had any pilling. Glad to hear you can put sunscreen over it because seeing as it's winter time, cloudy, and I stay indoors 99% of the time I find sunscreen pointless this time of year.

[@lavienestpasunlongfleuvetr2559]

Dermatica does a 20% azelaic acid that you don't need a prescription for. Not sure how they've done it, but it's the first 20% product available OTC in the UK. You can order it online from their website. The formulation's the best I've found - no pilling whatsoever.

[@MarianDouglasUngaro]

Cheers, Rob and all. I’m in U.S. and using prescribed azaleic 15% (through Apostrophe online dermatology service). Very relieved to see that azelaic is compatible with so many other actives! This helps so much! I will have loads of layering “recipes.” 😊👏🏽

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

I will have to try that. Thanks.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for watching hun and sending you lots of love xx

[@CAEO416]

In Australia we can buy an over the counter 20% azelaic acid called Azclear. It comes as a cream and I have never had any stinging or irritation to it. It might be mixed with some soothing ingredients.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing I didnt know that so thank you so much for sharing and sending love xx

[@vister6757]

Ya, non-irritating for me when using Azclear.

[@sistatcy]

Does your azclear pile on your skin? Mine does and it’s such a bummer. How do you apply it?

[@melissaknox6342]

@@sistatcy when I used azclear in the morning, it pilled under moisturiser and sunscreen. I just make it part of my night routine now and find that it doesn't pill as much (and if it does, it doesn't matter too much since it's only on while I'm sleeping!)

[@嘉-m1c]

I got sensetivety after use Azclear two weeks everyday! Had to stop using it. And, 20% is very strong, I would avoid use with Vitamin C or any rentoil product.

[@mistymcneill8469]

I use Naturium Azelaic acid emulsion 10% I love it

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@berlineczka]

Azelaic Acid is over the counter in Poland. I live in Germany but when i visit Poland, I simply stock up on the 20% Azelaic Acid (Acnederm or Skinoren) or 15% (Hascoderm) in a pharmacy. They are also quite cheap. Acnederm costs about 5 euros for 20g.

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@eveningstar8581]

I'm sooo excited to hear of your growth! You truly deserve it! If you do excellent content, be true to yourself and stay the hell away from drama, they will find you! And they are!💕

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun your love and support means so much to me so sending you lots of love xxxxxx

[@XoxoChengM]

I started on it for a week and I noticed results! One of the issue I had is bumps under my skin detoxing, clay masking tried other gentle exfoliants didn’t work for me. I was given AA for light rosacea and acne & bumpy skin, I found using HA toner then AA , urea moisturizer and vanicream moisturizer really works for my dry skin!

[@soya8840]

Can't agree more !! Though i have one question if it's a 15 % gel do you use it before or after the moisturizer

[@Britbabe53]

I get my Azelaic Acid from Chemist Direct Australia (15 and 20%) very affordable, no prescription. It ships to me in Canada.

[@vickeyfar]

I am in canada and the wesbite us not working for me... maybe its blocked here...

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@jessicakim2981]

Hi! Thanks for this amazing video! I just got tranexamic acid and azealic acid to treat my redness and hyperpigmentation, but can't find any information about how to layer the two together. Any chance you know the best way to layer the two, like which one should go on first (or if the order even matters at all)? :)

[@sjkcmd]

I accidentally found azelaic acid. I was using dermatica tretinoin 0.1% with niacinamide 5%. I inadvertantly (and stupidly) tried a new serum with niacinamide 10%. I developed a niacinamide sensitivity and couldn't tolerate any niacinamide. I had to change my dermatica prescription. They wont do tret alone so I took tret+azelaic acid 15%. I don't have and but do have mild melasma ave wanted to combat aging. The addition of azelaic changed my skin much more than tret alone. I know use azelaic acid twice a day. I use either the facetheory US 19% serum or prescription 15% gel (covered100% by my insurance). I love that in addition to the azelaic acid in your serum. Really a miracle to me.

[@sjkcmd]

@@milesbabe1743 yes. I double checked

[@sjkcmd]

@@milesbabe1743 are you in the US (I am) or UK? I could take a photo of it

[@sjkcmd]

@@milesbabe1743 it is strange.

[@celestinetoussaint6350]

WOW! Since you use it twice a day, do you still use tret as well? Did the azelaic also improve your skin texture by chance?

[@sjkcmd]

@@celestinetoussaint6350 I use azelaic acid twice a day and I use tret at bedtime 5/7 nights a week. The two no tret nights I use an aha, now MAD exfoliator, a hydrating mask and then an overnight soothing cream. I have been using tret since Jan 2020 starting extremely low on dose and taking a year to get to 0.1%, now on that for over 1.5 years. Probably on AA in addition for about a year at bedtime and twice a day for 6 months.

[@rominaceballos3733]

I am currently using naturium 10% Azelaic acid and really enjoy it I do want to try the baha next. Have you tried that one ?

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Rob I use the 15% Finnacea gel on prescription from my GP for rosacea and have for well over a year. Prior to that I used the G&G Apad and before that the Garden of Wisdom version, as my starter product for over a year also. I'm probably nearly at the three year point too of using this ingredient. I do get much more benefit from the 15% than the other two, but it is stronger and my skin copes better with it as a stand alone active in a single routine. I tend to use it day about with either a retinoid or 1% BHA. I don't get stinging/prickling (minor in the beginning), but it can be a bit drying. I very first heard of azelaic acid from Dr Sam Bunting and found the 10% GofW version which was a bit gritty (since reformulated to the same derivative as the G&G version). Despite being a bit gritty, it did layer much better than the ordinary version and was in a serum format. The 15% version works really well for me and I have no need to go up to 20%. My prescription is paid for by the NHS here in Scotland, so I have no need to buy the OTC versions anymore either. Despite using it for rosacea, I have had notable fading of some freckles as a side benefit. My skin doesn't seem to like tranexamic acid and I certainly couldn't use both together in the same routine. I do use niacinamide in the same routine though. It is a multi purpose ingredient and an essential in my own skincare routine. Rosacea is a chronic condition which flares and ebbs, so there isn't really a low maintenance dose for me as such. I just use it every second day normally and every day during a flare. Best wishes.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy Thursday Loraine, I hope all is amazing with you and I am so glad you commented as I was keen to know what your experience has been having rosacea and sensitive skin but knowing really keenly what does and doesn't work for your skin. thank you for sharing your experiences and sending you lots of love xxxxxx

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

@@MadAboutSkin Thanks Rob x

[@ann_georgegeo1042]

😍😍I started with the 20% prescription strength too... Oh the tingling and stinging at the beginning😅😅... Have been using azelaic acid for 3 years now .... Just like you ❤️

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@rayray5487]

I just found out you have your own line. I bought all just now, love that you use low % exfoliate good for dark skin. Thank you so much

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for your love and support which means so much to me and I hope you love the products.. love xx

[@johncheffy4775]

In Austrailia Azclear - Azelaic Acid is available at Drug stores up to 20 % . I get my Azelaic Acid through the MAS Serum and Gel . Have a great day . 😘❤🇬🇧🌈

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for putting your trust in the MAS serum.. hope all is amazing with you hun.. love xxxxxx

[@keib5393]

Hi Rob! Love your channel and the excellent information that you provide. I'm about to add azelaic acid to my routine as I'm seeing one or two dark spots showing up and want to nip that in the bud. I'm hoping that you might consider adding information about product availability and differences in Canada as we often have different standards and restrictions from the USA. Take good care, Kei

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, thank you so much for watching and thats certainly something I can look to add for future videos.. love xx

[@NusratSarah]

I Love Cos De BAHA - Azelaic Acid 10 Serum (AZ) 30ml. Amazing texture. No side effects. Zero irritation. Beautifully working on my skin. ❤❤ After this I wait for 2 minutes and then apply Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluranic Acid Milk Lotion. Soft And Supple skin! Love love! I Hate The Ordinary Azelaic Acid. It was stinging my skin tremendously and experience was horrible. Was working very slow. Worst product I ever used. 😖😖

[@lisagiannoumis3816]

I'm so glad I learned about azelaic acid from you, it's given me so many great benefits 😀

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad its working so well for you and sending you lots of love xx

[@olinayoung6287]

Thanks Rob! Very helpful!! I didn’t have much luck using this but I’ll Gladly check out your faves for another try 💞🌟

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy Thursday hun and I hope all is amazing with you xxxxxx

[@janm9309]

My first experience was with Skinoren 20% as it was the only one I could get my hands on in Thailand. It was way too strong. I then discovered Cos De Baha 10% Azelaic acid and really like it. I use MAS serum in the AM and CDBaha in the evening.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy Thursday Jan... How are things with you and where in the world are you currently? sending you so much love and hugs xx

[@janm9309]

@@MadAboutSkin I’m in sunny Manchester! Just came back from Llandudno after visiting my daughter. Heading down your way next week to Bognor as my uncle is kindly giving me his car.

[@vister6757]

Try Azclear, Ego brand. It's non-irritating. I tried it and also gave it to my son. His acne improves after using it

[@嘉-m1c]

@@vister6757 be ware of using Azclear. I over use it. My skin become strangely sensetive. Maybe only use it every other day.

[@josipag2185]

I have oily prine skin, and with salycilic acid cleanser I can't use it. I used to use in Ducray melascreen sunscreen and Metroruboil. Only azaleic makes wonders for rosacea and pigmentation. But as I have acne and now I don't use it as I use salycilc cleanser in the summer

[@aleksal9132]

Just ordered the MAS serum. Can't wait to try it.🙂 Can the MAS serum be used with the G&G 1% retinal in the same routine?

[@sophlouise_95]

So happy you're gaining lots of new followers Rob, your channel is always the first I recommend to any of my friends looking for skincare advice and I'm so glad I found you in the early days of the channel and of my own skincare journey. Genuinely my favourite channel and the only one I consistently watch all of the videos on. Love the facetheory azelaic acid and no surprise I got it from your recommendations 😂 also love having your serum in my routine. Another fab video 🥰 xxx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you and thank you for all your love and support which means so much to me.. love xx

[@amlybelmont8989]

Every morning, I used Fade as the first layer, then Naturium 10% AA second layer, Drunken Elephant Vit C the third layer. Finish with 20% zinc oxide Pipette sunscreen and Epionce tinted mineral sunscreen. Unfortunately after 8 months, I don’t see any improvement. Office job and cold climate area.

[@kristinna8910]

Rob, GPs in the UK can provide a prescription for azeleic acid, no need to seek dermatologist. I have it on a repeat prescription, and reorder it online.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thats super good to know thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@kristinna8910]

@@MadAboutSkin I am glad to help. Btw, I also get my Differin from GP, and it is on my repeat prescription.

[@DB6904.]

Nice video, Do you think that at the 15 to 20% of azelaic acid it would still work as an antioxidant as well? Thanks.

[@MadAboutSkin]

hi hun, it would have some exfoliation benefits for sure but you might want to use it alongside a gentle lactic acid.. sending love xx

[@karlaharvey2623]

It would have been great had you shown before and after pictures.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, I didnt take pics before I started this process so wouldn't have been able to share these.. sorry. thanks for watching x

[@paulinemaxton2938]

2nd? I love my azecler so much.. I didn't know they changed the name until this video lol.. Im not very perceptive 🤣 x

[@MadAboutSkin]

Love xx

[@franward540]

Hi Rob. I’m a newbie in the last week 😃. Hi from Queensland Australia. Loving the channel and your positivity

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww thank you so so much for joining the channel and sending you lots of love all the way to Aus.. love xx

[@Mojojojo_21]

I saw 0 results when using The Ordinary one but after moving onto the 15% prescription one I'm super glad because it actually calms my skin down and evens the surface (doesn't help w rosacea redness though, ugh) :)

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@rayradiance666]

Your skin looks flawless!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much thats so lovely of you to say and I am sending lots of love xx

[@Italy1996wed]

Wild card but what do you think of Eucerin? In particular their filler, elasticity claims. Love the channel, gradually going through the older episodes!! 🥰

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, I like the brand but I think a lot of their products come with exaggerated claims which is a little disappointing but the formulations are great.. sending you lots of love xx

[@rudohorka]

Thank you so much for this video. I've had a G&G aPad on my shelf for few weeks already and only used it a couple of times because I just wasn't sure how to use it. I bought it for my melasma but had no idea it is an antioxidant. I am running out of C-Vit serum, can I just switch it in my morning routine?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, yes indeed you can.. they are not the same but they will both give you antioxidant protection.. sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@mothermayhem1566]

Just found you a week or two ago and I love you you are adorable and you talk about all my favorite things!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww thank you so so much hun, welcome to the channel family and sending you lots of love xxxxxx

[@ritijain5455]

Completely hooked and addicted!!! What have you done ???? 🙈🙈🤗💗

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha thank you so so much for all your love and support .. Love you xx

[@raaziaisaac2798]

I checked. Would love to purchase your products but custom fee to South Africa is almost 50% cost of purchasing items from overseas. Too much. Pity.

[@ninababic]

Let's get the algo rigghhht! :) Amazing video, thanks! Another FaceTheory lover here.

[@heyxx-c5p]

Just introduced it to my skin. Is it safe to pair with Thursday Plantation Tea Tree Blemish Gel?

[@leneskov5184]

Love the MAS serum - I have mild rosacea and use the serum in the morning - and at night too together with Tret

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay im so glad its helping with rosacea as it can be so so difficult to get products to work well against it.. love you xx

[@minutesofskincare399]

Thank you so much! I've been thinking about starting azelaic acid again and this was really helpful 😍

[@MadAboutSkin]

I am so so glad this was useful for you.. I hope all is amazing with you xxxxxxx

[@thelifeofdavee6621]

Hi there, could you use the Paula’s choice azelaic acid booster as your moisturiser aswell?

[@nikkipizarro5567]

When did you start noticing a difference in your skin ? As far as texture, acne and hyperpigmentation? Also did you purge at all?

[@asmrjunkie6874]

I never purged. I purged from others and used it and the next day it was gone.

[@angelajanelomax5540]

Like indeed. New subby very interesting. I am Older, what you do never hurts i have used skincare thankgoodness since i was 17. Few xxx ❤❤❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for your love and support and welcome to the MAS family.. love you xx

[@vkng_drag0n982]

I started with The Ordinary 10%. My Dermatologist prescribed FINACEA 15% which I'm using for few months now but honestly I don't see any results. Maybe they are very suddle. My melasma is way better since I use Spiranolactone, Tranexamic acid pills, Tretinoin .025% wich is fabulous! and it definitely is way lighter than before so maybe the combination of all these are helping to make it brighter. When I get a cystic acne, the scar is there for months and the bump too. Very annoying. Even with all these great products. Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated. Have a great day!

[@Emarie468]

Ayyy! Congratulations! I’m one of those subscribers and I’ve been binging your content! I’m in California, and my favorite current products are the Ordinary’s Argireline 10% with the Matrixyl 10% HA!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and thank you for all your love and support xx

[@smushles19]

for me, the skinoren cream doesn't pill or get gross on my oily skin. it's so funny how body chemistry can affect how the product feels on the skin

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@jessicajall3309]

I got comedones suddendly and especially small textured pimples on my forehead, cheeks and chin. I am taking azelaic acid since 5 weeks now and I seem to be purging again and again after I already thought I was on the way to get better. Is that normal? How long did you guys take it until it mainly cleared the acne?Also next to my nose my skin looks very rough with little scars, thick skin, big pores. I just hope it will get better over time..

[@SuccessJoyLove]

How do you layer tretinoin with azaleic acid? Which one goes first?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, great question and I would use azelaic first then follow 5 mins later with some tret.. sending you lots of love xxxxxx

[@SuccessJoyLove]

@@MadAboutSkin You are so kind Rob! Thank you so much for the reply XOXOXOX

[@julia393n]

For your Aussie viewers, Azclear is 20% and available at chemists, no prescription needed.

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@DulceMiel11]

You are absolutely adorbs ❤🙌 Also I absolutely love azelaic it has worked wonders on my skin!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and thank you for all your love and support xxxxxx

[@leepaulineann]

Any updates on your take on Paula’s Choice or Naturium’s Azaleic Acid?🙂

[@ga4761]

I highly recommend Azelac Ru liposomal serum by Sesderma. It’s AMAZING!!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@Emmiee114]

What do you have on in this video? Your skin looks doubly amazing 🤩

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, thank you so much, I havent dont anything differently but I think it might just be good lighting lol.. love xx

[@heathersargent289]

I haven't tried azalaic acid but ordering the GG apad tonight new moisturizers maybe the c serum but I'm sensitive to c the calm down exfoliation product jelly joker the toner

[@ritijain5455]

Followed you just now!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Love you xx

[@19MJ58]

I love love LOVE my Typology azelaic acid ;)

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so so much for sharing hun and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@juliettemolloy1390]

Hi, just wondering if you can use azelaic acid and tretenoin and if so how? Thanks x

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yes you can hun they work well together and just use them side by side but start with the azealic first for a month to get used to it then ad in the tret x

[@juliettemolloy1390]

@@MadAboutSkin thank you ❤️

[@grunge_surf_witch_uk9130]

I have rosacea and tried The OrdinaryAzelic acid for first time last month but my skin started stinging and took few days to not feel sore so can’t use it. I was hoping it would help with my rosacea.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, maybe try a 5% and then work it into your routine gradually as I am sure it will help with your rosacea but it needs to be a gentle start for sure.. love xx

[@grunge_surf_witch_uk9130]

@@MadAboutSkin Wow that was a lovely surprise, I was just venting about my skin lol ..I didn’t expect a response …Thank you so much for taking the time out to help me out!!! It’s very much appreciated!! xx

[@scarletluck]

I was in your situation and it took me a week of severe redness and then peeling and lots and lots of stinging and itching and hurting and blow drying my face before I hit the sweet spot and my face got used to it and my rosacea disappeared! So I'd say maybe do every other day and for sure for sure apply a moisturizer, plain one with no vitamin c or anything as it did help for me cut down the stinging big time, or a smaller AA percentage but for me 15% did tge trick. Anything under and it's no results at all

[@mariemcgrath8681]

Great informative video, thanks.😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for watching and sending love xx

[@debee1544]

Can anybody say I'd it's helped to improve broken capillaries

[@mindfulbeautythoughts7243]

Idk i have no pilling issue with TO azelaic qnd works great. Onto damp skin a pea size (so it gets wet and makes an serum like consistency) and some moisturiser /sunscreen on top

[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@tomashrosovsky6920]

Very good video. Thank you for the information shared

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching xx

[@belerinah]

Has anyone tried the Q&A azelaic acid serum yet ?

[@josephsarraf4832]

Can i use azelaic acid while on Accutane?

[@khanghuy1203]

Does AA purge ? Because im experiencing 3 4 whiteheads popping up on my Tzone after introducing AA in my routine !

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, sometimes it can but it shouldn't last long.. love you x

[@starshinestarbright964]

Great Video thanks

[@amjadabedtt]

I guess I’m lucky because in my country I can by 20% without the need to visit a doctor

[@heathera8257]

Can you use retinol and azelaic acid together?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, yes you can, they work well together.. love x

[@heathera8257]

@@MadAboutSkin thanks! Been loving the channel! Haven't made it to a live stream yet but have been watching the replays. ❤️

[@Lazychick83]

O got the serem and hav used it about 3 times, but fell in luv with it at first aplication!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yay I am so so glad its working so well for you hun.. love you xx

[@jaydsh]

im scared to try azelaic acid cuz i tried the ordinary one and it broke me out so bad, and it wasnt a purging it was really break outs😭

[@MadAboutSkin]

The ordinary one did the same for me but I had no issue with the face theory one. sending love xx

[@anaisabel4323]

Hi ! New subscriber!!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and thank you for your love and support xxxxxxxx