A 15% azelaic acid serum designed to address rosacea, acne, and hyperpigmentation.
Aqua, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Azelaic Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Phytate
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The 15% concentration draws mixed responses. One dermatologist questioned whether the labeled strength holds up in the formula and found it stung their skin, preferring a prescription alternative, while another expert praised it as an impressive formulation and good value at under eight pounds for those whose skin tolerates higher-strength azelaic acid. The real question is whether the concentration listed on the label stays stable in the actual product.
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Azelaic acid has clinical evidence for both acne and rosacea, and it is one of the gentler options for calming redness while also working on marks left behind.
Source: DermNet
A 15% azelaic acid serum designed to address rosacea, acne, and hyperpigmentation.
Mostly yes. 1 of the 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 76%.
Facetheory Azelaic Acid 15 holds a Guru Score of 76%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.
Facetheory Azelaic Acid 15 is generally suited to sensitive skin and acne-prone skin.
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