Why to Try Azelaic Acid - Why It's My 2nd Favorite Ingredient & Best Azelaic Acid Skincare Products

[@jenniferarmstrong8879]

Rob over at Mad About Skin is loving Q+A’s Azelaic Acid Serum. Apparently it’s 9%

[@RosePostedThis]

He's slightly off on that - it's 8% according to multiple websites selling it.

[@angelac1453]

Rob's mad about skin products look soo good with a lot of great ingredients and not strong but enough for results with everyday use I can't wait to try them.

[@hydroblader4528]

My new favorite is Q&A azelaic-acid - cheap, very elegant consistancy, 9% AA. And Dermatica AA 20%... no burning sensation & very effective.

[@ericaerica8031]

I use Naturium’s Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10% and would definitely recommend. Once applied, it may tingle until your skin adjusts to it but it’s bearable.

[@janetfalconer2341]

I'm currently using the BAHA and it gave a fast result. My face brightened up after 2 weeks of usage.

[@fridaysage4085]

I currently use the Paula’s Choice 10% but I just ordered the THERAMID AZID 15% Azelaic Acid Treatment from Niche Beauty Lab a couple of days ago. I think the 26% off sale is still going on.

[@babuyadav2336]

Hi, What are your thoughts about niche beauty labs? Is it reliable to order from?😊

[@frankie9953]

@@babuyadav2336 Yes! It was free shipping but I did have to pay like $20 for duties. I'm in Canada. It arrived in less than a week too.

[@babuyadav2336]

@@frankie9953 Thanks! Will check them out

[@JessieDubois8]

I’ve come out of my depression rut to comment a few things: Azelaic Acid has been a game changer for me as well. (I’m also semi-convinced that I’m rosacea prone but don’t quite have it, if that makes sense). I’m hate-finishing the Cos de Baha one currently. It’s a little too “oily” feeling for me. I love the Azclear one and have gone through several tubes. Ditto for the Peach Slices. I also LOVE your hair this colour! Like wow.

[@rogeveyrut1991]

Where do you get Azclear?

[@kerry8461]

Hahaha “hate finish” Hope you are feeling better soon. Agree the Cos de Baha is kind of oily. The Paula’s Choice booster was nice but way too expensive now b

[@manda_musings8459]

Me too!!! On all fronts. I too am sad but rad 😢 😎I have the face theory lumi something but I get oily during the day with it. So far it’s thf only thing that’s prevented my blackheads. SA never did the trick for me

[@feeltheillinois]

LOL hate-finishing. i do that too. im hate finishing a few products right now

[@barbowens8626]

I cracked up reading ‘hate-finishing’ 😂😂 I can totally relate. Glad to hear you’re feeling better.❤️ Thanks for the laugh.☮️😌💚

[@juliaangelina1984]

Paula’s Choice azelaic acid booster is so good!

[@AshmitaDani-c6r]

your skin type

[@johncheffy4775]

I use Dermatica and on their maximum 0.1% Tretinoin , 15% Azelaic Acid and 4% Niacinimide formular . Its such a work horse ingredient . 👏😊🇬🇧🇪🇺🌈

[@suzyhill802]

I use cos de baha. It helped get rid of a large sun spot I had had for a few years! As an oily, I dont like creams, so cos de baha is great for me personally! I judt prefer thin fluid layers. I started off with Paulas Choice boost but that was a no for me and unaffordable long term!

[@debpalm8667]

Sarah. I forgot to thank you for recommending the horse chestnut cleanser. I'm taking a break from double cleansing and it works great 😃! Wish I'd bought more than 2.

[@NOBSBeauty]

So nice to hear you are enjoying it- I'm still LOVING it so much and it is such a winner! Isntree seriously has so many goodies but this is still one of my favorites!!

[@beboprovina]

I really enjoyed the Revox B77 Azelaic Acid 10%... is kind of a "The Ordinary wannabe" but I find it much more elegant than the Ordinary's suspension, less "silicony", more creamy, no pilling, natural finish...

[@rikkepedersen632]

Same.

[@lydia3619]

I wasn't sure if I have rosacea but an aesthetician asked me the other day if I've always had rosacea 😂 So I'm guessing I do! I'm going to try The Ordinary or The Inkey List as they're easiest to buy in the UK.

[@WaffleRedondo]

Is it possible to combine with copper peptides?

[@lauravterrazas]

Azclear is amazing! I've purchased it like 5 times already in the last 2 years. I wish I could order more than just 1 at a time though but that's ok. Will try the website you linked! I have super duper sensitive reactive skin and it works amazingly for my needs (tiny bumps on cheeks from rosacea) and if I ever have a breakout it just zaps it away. Pretty amazing stuff.

[@NOBSBeauty]

Azclear really is amazing! I love the formula and how hydrating it feels. Works so well in my evening routine. 😍

[@TryMyMartini]

If your aim is to calm rosacea and redness, the Peach Slices is excellent. The other ingredients in the formulation are also meant to calm and target redness. You still will get the lightning effects of the Azelaic Acid, but you will notice a difference in your redness quite quickly.

[@jhvoorhies]

Yes! Please review Dr Sams! I love the Cleanser so much and am interested in the rest of the line (specifically Brightly, Moisturizer, and Gossamer)

[@NOBSBeauty]

Definitely will review the rest of her goodies! Love that her product are sensitive skin friendly as well!

[@susanmcintyre9934]

Dr. Sam’s eye cream is amazing!I have been using it daily since it came out and I never have dry under eyes and my wrinkles have definitely lessened. In fact, I just looked at my eyes and I don’t see any wrinkles at all! I’m 56 and I am so glad I found Dr. Sam!

[@guyplay]

Been using the PC one for two years and it’s really amazing. It has a great texture compared to many other brands

[@szaszns]

omg you’re sooooo cute

[@alwaysalvin3656]

Was the 10% enough to help with hyperpigmentation n acne which is rlly what my concerns are …I already use PC cleanser n exfoliate but idk if my skin can handle more SA 😭😭😭…also did it leave your skin oil during day use ??

[@juhnetmickerdy]

Cos de baha has one for 5% for people with sensitive skin! 👍

[@ayushishah5931]

But it has HA in it🥲😮‍💨

[@MetalicKat]

If you like Azclear, you'll LOVE Finacea 15% gel (feels more like a lotion). We have it OTC here in Australia. Much easier to work with and some Redditors swear it's more effective (despite being a lower %).

[@gwendolinehall1386]

I can second this recommendation! I just switched from azelex 20% to Finacea 15% and I like it better! 20% is a little too intense sometimes, though it does power through my rosacea breakouts. But 15% is nearly as effective and easier to use, I don't get any irritation at all with it, when I just had the 20% I'd get an unpleasant prickly feeling.

[@Justin_Osugi]

​@@gwendolinehall1386 percentage isn't everything. Dr. Sherene Idriss made a video about azelaic acid where she talks about this. A gel has an easier time penetrating the skin, so the difference in percentage is less relevant.

[@gwendolinehall1386]

@@Justin_Osugi my azelex 20% and the new 15% Finacea one, which might be generic because now that I look at the bottle, it doesn't say any name at all, but I was told I was being prescribed that, anyways they're basically identical lotion/cream textures out of the tube. But that 20% whooped my butt some days with the prickly sensation. I put the 20% on my husband the one day and he said it was super uncomfortable. I think percentages don't matter as much in the drug store over the counter formulations but 20% was definitely a lot for me and I'm not sensitive to actives like that generally. I think it's the highest percentage available. But I'm sure around that 10% strength in the over the counter levels, what Dr Idriss said is likely very true.

[@whitneybrown4067]

Happy Tuesday Sarah😀n This is Gonna b so Insightful🔥🔥🔥👍….

[@NOBSBeauty]

Happy Tuesday! Spring here and the snow is melting!!!

[@NatalieG427]

I’ve been using the cream version by The Ordinary. It helps to clear up acne if you get any pimples. I do use at night before bed.

[@shannonmaunder7904]

Another incredibly useful video! I've been considering this ingredient for quite a while, hoping it could help the appearance of my sensitive, redness-prone skin. Thank you for this information! Saving this one for reference, as well (I've saved several).

[@AntonandSinan]

Love learning about products from you. Thank you

[@NOBSBeauty]

Oh thank you so much, you are too kind!

[@marinellamaisto142]

I recommend Revox Azelaic Acid

[@HelenSch]

Great informative video!

[@Ren98xx]

Got the Q&A Azelaic Acid a while ago, but when I first used it, it was so prickly and stingy! However, I've started a super low dose of tret (w 4% azelaic, prescription from skin+me) and now I can use the Q&A skin, which is actually only 8%. Ordering the theramid 15% one from niche beauty bc they have a sale rn and I've been waiting to make an order from them - never see anyone review the brands on there tho!

[@Beauty_Geek32]

I didn’t have any luck with over the counter azelaic acids, they just peel to much so I switched to the prescription 15% gel not the cream and no peeling. It works amazing for my rosacea. Keeps my flare ups at bay.

[@Momorick]

I’m allergic to azelaic acid. Can you suggest an alternative pls🙏🏻. Thank you

[@1tester511]

I like the sound of the Azclear. Im in the UK and was going to order from Australia. I was then concerned when i found out that it contains Aluminium. What is your thoughts regarding Aluminium and its safety in products?

[@FrankieOver50]

I'm in Australia. I started with The Ordinary one and then when that was finished, switched to the 20% AZclear and WOW what a difference. I'm continuing with that in the evening (it's been about 2 months) and adding in Apad in for the morning. My melasma is stubborn .

[@FrankieOver50]

oh and my rosacea is all but gone.

[@irenem4578]

I've been using the Cos de Baha serum on my sensitive skin with no issues despite the rosemary and eucalyptus in it. I found it also smoothed out fine lines, controlled sebum production and it never tingled. One bottle lasts me six months. Recently I have used the APAD a lot because I went back on retinals and have sensitivity issues.

[@ingridsmith6120]

Just started with the ordinary, I am on roaccutane and epiduo for my acne so will get the alzclear when off acne medication 👍🏻

[@rogeveyrut1991]

Surprised you haven't mentioned PC AA Booster. Also, there is a 10% AA Solution from a EU brand Revox B77 which is similar to the TO one but the texture and feel is much better. And it's cheap af (6-7 euros).

[@irism.2528]

Love the PC azelaic acid product but not the price.

[@barbowens8626]

I wondered about the omission of the PC, too. I really like that one. ☮️

[@hdh7355]

If your using retinol do we need to use an acid weekly aswell? Thanks

[@bspearcy]

I can't believe I haven't tried it yet

[@jameslongmore3830]

Great utube Sarah thank you I allso suffer roseseca in my cheeks. I use retin a 3 nights a week timeless vitamin c serum other nights il have to go to chemist wearhouse and pick up some azclear im lucky its sold here in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺. 😊

[@NOBSBeauty]

Melborne is one of the cities I didn't get to in Australia that I still need to go back to see. Perth as well as the Outback. One of these days I'll get back there!

[@Helenzorrow]

I’ve been waiting for a good video about AA, I have a question tho - can I use AA during a flare-up?

[@maggierioux6501]

Perfect timing. Just today received my first order from Chemist Direct, trying both Azclear and Finacea. I've been using the Lumizela 15% for over a year and am quite happy with it, but Face Theory UK will no longer ship to the US 😢

[@NOBSBeauty]

Oh thank you for the info on the Facetheory- that is a bummer but maybe you've found something that will end up being a bit better in the long run!

[@debpalm8667]

For some reason I thought Faded contained azelaic acid. Thanks for the recs. I want to try one.

[@cltwheels]

it does

[@NOBSBeauty]

Yep, the Faded does. I'm not sure exactly how much they use in it but it's one of the ingredients they call out on the product page. My guess would be around 2-3 percent, but that's just a guess. I'll have to see if I can find where they list the amount.

[@feeltheillinois]

what i like about the ordinary's azelaic acid is that the silicone texture kind of has a pore blurring effect

[@NOBSBeauty]

Do you like to use it in your morning or evening routine?

[@feeltheillinois]

@@NOBSBeauty I use it in the morning (cleanser, moisturizer, azelaic, sunscreen). In the evening I cleanse then use tretinoin so I try to keep the two separate. I am not sure how it would be with makeup but my sunscreens have no issue with it even at the correct amount (cos rx soothing aloe or beauty of joseon). I can't specifically say if it's helping as it's hard to isolate the variables but it's certainly not hurting. I was thinking of maybe upping it to a higher percentage but as of right now it's a pretty solid formulation and the cost is acceptable.

[@supernatural7085]

I've tried the ordinary one peach slices and naturium I prefer peach slices good formula works . The one I hate is the naturium one it smells like butt gross.

[@renuk3493]

Dermatica 20% - any good? 🤔

[@gategirl66]

Completely bummed about not being able to get the FaceTheory A15. I had thought the limit was 15? 😢

[@lllee3476]

Thanks, I'm going to try the Peach and Slices Azelaic Acid. I hope it will clear up the blemishes around my nose and minimize the look of my hyperpigmentation in combination with other products. I'll be using adding Timeless Vitamin C serum as soon as it arrives in the mail. I tried the Good Molecules retinol and I can see the difference in two weeks in combo with La Roche Posay Dark Spot Corrector, Glycolic B5 and Naturium Tranexamic Topical Acid 5% (which I've alternated every other week because I'm experiencing some dehydrated/dry skin issues). Any mineral sunscreen you recommend that does not contain the nasty stuff and oils?

[@paulayarbrough6930]

Does the Peach Slices help with acne and skin texture?

[@NOBSBeauty]

I do think it has helped with both acne, skin texture, as well as blackheads and redness. I really enjoy it and the texture is so light it really fits into a routine nicely!

[@paulayarbrough6930]

@@NOBSBeauty I've been using PC but I can only use it where needed. Its too much for my skin. It can irritate and dry my skin out.

[@frankie9953]

@@paulayarbrough6930 prob because it also has Salicylic Acid in it

[@midlifemom5829]

I have combo oily , non sensitive skin . Which brand is most potent for melasma/ hyperpigmentation. Ive tried so many other actives with no improvement .

[@LauraLVTGW]

Forgot to ask if you have tried any other EGO products? Heard their tinted sunscreen is good and they have a soothing gel in this line.

[@NOBSBeauty]

I have a few more that I've been meaning to start testing out- I'll have to get going on that now that you mention it!

[@annkay4700]

Have you ever tried Naturium’s?? I’m not sure about it… maybe I messed up, but it really made me dry…

[@NOBSBeauty]

AA shouldn't cause dryness like that. I wonder if there is a specific ingredient in it you might be sensitive to. I haven't tried that one before. Might be worth trying out the one from Geek and Gorgeous because it really is great for sensitive and dry skin types.

[@lululee1653]

All those acids! How do you work them into your routine. I haven’t figured it out yet because so many of the acids can’t be used together. Plus, they can’t be used with vitamin C and retinol! Aaargh

[@NOBSBeauty]

Very good question! I typically rotate evenings so I switch my evenings up- one night I'll use my BHA exfoliant, one night retinol, one night azelaic acid. My morning routine is dedicated to Vitamin C only. It gets kind of complicated trying to keep it all straight in my head😂

[@satutoivonen9679]

None of that is true. You can have all the acids you want + vit c + retinol in the same routine if your skin tolerates it. That's a big if ofcourse. These are all ingredients that can cause irritation so the likelihood of irritation increases if used together. But if you happen to tolerate all of them well there's no reason you couldn't use all of them together. I combine BHA + Azelaic Acid + retinaldehyde in my evening routine daily with zero problems and I have sensitive skin. I even went through my routine with my dermatologist recently as I had a bit of an atopic dermatitis flare up. She confirmed that my acids + retinaldehyde combo is fine, doesn't affect my AD or the treatment of it and is infact a nice and gentle way of treating adult acne. Try and find ingredients that are best suited for you and don't cause irritation for you specifically and you don't have to worry about what goes with what.

[@lululee1653]

@@satutoivonen9679 thank you for replying but I unfortunately some render the others ineffective.

[@satutoivonen9679]

@@lululee1653 Oh, thats what you meant, sorry! But still not true. Skincare ingredients somehow cancelling out each other is a bit of a myth, there are no scientific studies to back that up. There's one fringe study about copper peptides and vit c cancelling out each other but that has been heavily critized to be poorly executed. Other than that there's zero proof that would happen with any ingredient. I don't know where these silly rules about not combining certain ingredients have sprung up from but science it's not.

[@frankie9953]

@@lululee1653 not true. most derms have debunked this. You can generally wait 10 min to apply ingredients that don't play well with others such as niacinamide + vic c. I think benzoyl peroxide is really the main ingredient that you should use on your own. And as most derms will say, it really comes down to what your skin can tolerate.

[@ubemon]

I use the 20% Azalaic Acid by Dermatica. You don't even need a prescription to buy it

[@nikkikimberly161]

Just viedo i was looking for , so i recently pulled out a bottle of g& g azelic acid to finish i didn't realize how well the ingredient helped my skin , picking up some new stuff so going try this one ! I have a question to for ya , needed a new niacinamide, just finished the dew drops & loved but want a cheaper option , i was going try good molecules but after watching a few videos i keep seeing the toner being a huge love , im also pickingbup cosrx niacinamide and snail essece so wondering wpuld u think a serum would still benefit or wpuld the toner and essence be enough ? Thank u as always !

[@nativedoll3557]

Lol it looked like you grew a tail I see your dog behind you awww that was cute

[@NOBSBeauty]

😂😂 Lincoln must have been feeling shy today- he just wanted to see what was going on!

[@jojoe.9177]

Hi! I’ve been using Naturium azaliec acid and wondered your thoughts on it? Love your channel ❤

[@kerry8461]

I am under the impression that Naturium isn’t a brand she wants to support due to the controversy when the brand was revealed as Susan Yara’s own brand. I could be wrong.

[@jojoe.9177]

@@kerry8461 thanks for letting me know. Will now be looking into other options

[@prabjot2832]

Why Azelaic acid makes my melasma more darker 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@NOBSBeauty]

I've not heard that before, but I would definitely recommend seeing a dermatologist for a consultation- perhaps there is something different you could use?

[@heathersargent289]

I have the Tula but I have never tried Azalaic acid besides that but I really wanted to try the G.G and the Peach Slices one . I still haven't made that G.G order yet ..lol I'll probably end up trying the P.S one , should u start by 1 or 2 nights a week and work up kinda like BHA and retinal products ?

[@NOBSBeauty]

Nothing wrong with starting out slowly and working your way up to nightly (or every other night). If you think of it do a patch test the day before just in case. The Peach Slices one is quite nice. Effective yet still gentle which is the best combo!

[@itsruckaswife7036]

I use Dermatica 12%. It’s in a cream but I can’t use it with my tret at night so i use it in the am under sunscreen. Do you think this is safe? 🇬🇧❤️

[@NOBSBeauty]

I think using that in your Daytime routine is no prob. Sounds like you're using sunscreen so you should be just fine. 👍

[@esther.f.g]

can we use Azelaic acid with vitamin C or Retinoids? thanks

[@NOBSBeauty]

It really depends on who you ask. If it is an azelaic acid around 10% and your skin is acclimated to using it there are many people that say you can use it with vitamin c. I try to use vitamin c alone in my morning routine so I am much more likely to use AA with retinoinds in my evening routine. As long as I apply some good hydrating products I havent had any issues using the two in the same routine. i found this write up interesting and helpful: www.sciencebecomesher.com/azelaic-acid-and-retinol-together/

[@esther.f.g]

@@NOBSBeauty 😍👏thank you for your advice, I will buy AA and give it a try, I live in Europe and here the one I can find easily is G&Gorgeous

[@Labrexa]

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[@janesmitson7404]

I just ordered Azelaic Acid 20% in a cream base. Has anyone out there used a 20% cream and did you see results?...I've read the 15% gel is actually better But they did not have this version Thanks

[@maggierioux6501]

Today I received my first order from Chemist Direct. Got one of each 🙂

[@janesmitson7404]

@@maggierioux6501 I'll have to check out that website. I bought from Alldaychemist. They've been out of azelaic acid 15% gel for months. I got the 20% cream instead. Also got my retin A, and hydroquinone 4% since it's such an expensive prescription here in the u.s.

[@BartekKowalski-qi4rj]

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[@megcormack681]

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