Azelaic Acid
What Azelaic Acid is & what it does
A multitasking acid that calms the look of redness and blemishes, evens tone, and refines texture. It is gentle enough for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin.
What does Azelaic Acid do in skincare?
Azelaic Acid is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid used in skincare as a multifunctional ingredient. It is commonly associated with evening the look of skin tone and supporting a clearer-looking, smoother complexion. In formulas it can also act as a skin-conditioning agent.
Is Azelaic Acid safe?
Azelaic Acid is widely used in cosmetic and topical products and is generally considered well tolerated for most people at typical use levels. Some users may experience mild tingling or irritation, especially when first introducing it. If you have specific skin concerns, it is best to consult a dermatologist.
Is Azelaic Acid comedogenic?
Azelaic Acid is generally regarded as low risk for clogging pores and is often used in products aimed at blemish-prone skin. As with any ingredient, the finished formula and your individual skin matter. Patch testing a new product is a sensible precaution.
Sunscreens with Azelaic Acid
We rate 10 sunscreens that contain it:
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AA LAAB Ultra Light Gel SPF 50
91/100
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Bielenda Youth Exosomes Concentrated Anti-Wrinkle Illuminating Serum SPF 50
87/100
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Bioderma Pigmentbio Daily Care Spf 50+
81/100
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Revuele Anti Pigment Day Cream SPF 50
76/100
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Revuele Anti Pigment Day Cream Tinted SPF 50
74/100
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Sesderma Azelacru Fluido Luminoso Despigmentante SPF 50+
72/100
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Sesderma Azelac Ru Luminous Fluid Cream SPF 50
72/100
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Clear Sunscreen SPF 50 With Azelaic Acid
68/100
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New You White Dose 10x Booster With SPF 45
49/100
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Colourette Blur Base Everyday Powder Foundation SPF 15
49/100