So awesome! Get some and commit to using it every day- it'll do wonders. Been using this product for 2 weeks now. Have used it on an every-other-night basis. Had hopes that this would be the deal-breaker in addressing significant acne scars. Did research regarding the product, and found the reviews favourable. Unfortunately, this product has consistently broken my face out. Alongside the burning sensation upon application, the day after produces comedonal acne though without inflammation surprisingly.
I plan to follow up with The Ordinary, and submit a product review there as well. I've been using this maybe 5 days and my skin has never looked better. I had horrible cystic acne and acne scars that have almost completely cleared and I've noticed such a difference in the color.
My skin is brighter and no longer red and irritated. I will never be without this product. They work well together and I'm so happy with my results already. I find this product to be amazing for fading uneven skin tone and reducing the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I've been using the product for almost two years bad about picking my skin and have been consistently pleased with the results. I read that this product could clear up dermatitis, so I used it on my skin.
But it did nothing for the dermatitis, and it dried my skin out horribly. Stay away from it at all costs! Azelaic acid does what I wanted niacinamide to do for me. Whenever I apply this, my face looks and feels smoother, hyperpigmentation isn't as bad, and it also mattifies a little.
It plays well with my other skincare, though I've experienced some pilling; not as bad as I do with niacinamide though. I use a little at a time and patiently spread it all over my face, section by section. This azelaic acid by The Ordinary was deceivingly small when I received it.
It's so affordable though that I don't mind repurchasing. I'm already on my second. It took me a few tries to figure out how to use this product. It made my face itch the first few times I used it but I think I was using too much. I kept trying because I saw improvement in my redness and inflammation. Now I learned that it works best for me to use about a pea size amount and mix it with my moisturizer in my hands then pay it onto my face. Ive used it for about 10 days and my rosacea flair up is finally calmed down and I've noticed my hyperpigmentation on my cheek is fading.
My skins texture is starting to look amazing and smooth. I'm so happy I decided to take a chance with this product. The first time I used this product it did pill like other reviewers said and I was pretty disappointed.
However, I wanted to give it another chance since my dermatologist recommended it because I can't be on retinoids right now. The next day I tried it again, but I let each layer of products I used dry before applying another and it didn't pull up. The medical experts we spoke with say azelaic acid is generally well-tolerated and those with sensitive skin may experience mild irritation and redness. Downie says azelaic acid is "great" for those with combination or oily skin , who are "not so sensitive.
She advises women who are pregnant or breastfeeding check with their OBGYN before incorporating azelaic acid into their skin care routine. If they're not, I'm not. And if they are, I am," she says. Downie adds that she "used it azelaic acid all through" her pregnancy 17 years ago. Downie says some of her sensitive-skin patients have also experienced stinging, burning and hyperpigmentation, "which is not typical, but it can happen.
Downie suggests that if "you are super sensitive and everything stings, burns and irritates your skin," do a patch test before committing to azelaic acid. Start on the back of your arm and, if there's no reaction, apply it to your neck and your face last. Azelaic acid may be used alone or paired with other soothing and brightening ingredients like niacinamide , hydroxy acids or antioxidants , says Zeichner. Campbell prefers pairing azelaic acid with a moisturizer and a gentle cleanser or sulfur wash if you have acne or rosacea.
Downie recommends applying azelaic acid at night, as the final step in your skin care routine to prevent it from smearing. She advises using it as a spot treatment for inflamed or dark areas of the skin, blending the acid out, so it doesn't leave a sharp demarcation. Wait at least 15 minutes before lying down in bed and sleeping on your back for absorption purposes. It will look like your dark spot is doing a hula hoop — it's gonna look crazy," she says.
Dermatologists we consulted say that prescription-strength versions are better than OTC products because they have higher concentrations of azelaic acid. Add to basket. It brightens the skin tone while visibly improving the evenness of skin texture and reducing the look of blemishes.
It is a multi-functional support ingredient for all skin types and also acts as an effective antioxidant. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. Use sun protection during the day. But now that my breakouts, blackheads , and pigmentation are looking shockingly good, I feel the need to tell everyone about this superhero ingredient.
And unless you're someone with perfect, poreless skin I'm happy for you Keep reading to find out everything you ever wanted to know about this skin-treating MVP. Let's get into the nitty-gritty here for a sec and take a deeper look into what azelaic acid actually is and how it works.
Azelaic acid is naturally found in both wheat and the yeast on our skin though it can also be made in a lab , and it has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. To get into the nitty-gritty, azelaic acid helps speed up your cell production which smooths bumpy skin , slows melanin production which calms hyperpigmentation and melasma , prevents the spread of P.
Though azelaic acid has only been technically FDA-approved to address two medical problems—acne and rosacea— it also has beneficial side effect of blocking excess pigment production to brighten skin.
Stachan says. So if your face just loves to get dark spots after a breakout or a day out in the sun, azelaic acid might be your new BFF. And if you're a Reddit skincare enthusiast, you might've also read about this ingredient treating keratosis pilaris , too. Strachan says because azelaic acid is keratolytic meaning it helps break down excess keratin in your skin, which is what KP bumps are made out of and helps with hyperpigmentation, it could be helpful for managing your rough red or brown bumps over time.
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