INCI Name
Azelaic Acid
Common Name
Azelaic Acid
Phonetic Spelling
az-uh-LAY-ik ASS-id
What Azelaic Acid Does For The Skin
Exfoliator / Skin Brightening Active / Antioxidant
What Azelaic Acid Does For The Skin
Azelaic Acid is a direct acid, used for its skin brightening and antioxidant properties. It is neither an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) or a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), however offers mild exfoliating properties, making it ideal for new users of direct acids.
Azelaic Acid Under The Microscope
Azelaic Acid is a skincare ingredient commonly found in wheat. Although it's a type of acid, it’s different from common ones like alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) and beta hydroxy acids (BHA). It's a versatile ingredient that helps with several skin concerns, including uneven skin tone, textural irregularities, providing antioxidant protection, and gentle exfoliation.