Ingredient

Azelaic acid

Calms visible redness, helps clear breakouts and fades post-acne marks.

What it does

Brightens the look of skin · Calms the look of skin

Evidence

Evidence: Strong · Well studied for skincare use.

Often chosen for

Breakout-prone skin, Skin prone to redness, Dark spots and post-breakout marks, Rough texture

Skin types

Oily, Combination, Normal, Sensitive

Typical amount

5-10% in a formula

Best time

Morning or evening