- Skin Type: All Skin Types
- Form: Cream
- Skin Care Concern: Acne vulgaris, Rosacea, Dark spots, Clogged pores, Redness
Frequently asked questions about azelaic acid
How long does it take for azelaic acid to work?
The length of time it takes for you to see results from azelaic acid depends on your skin condition, how severe it is, and your response to the cream. People typically see an improvement in their acne after about 4 weeks of treatment. People being treated for rosacea might need to use this cream for up to 12 weeks before their skin starts to get better.
Can I use azelaic acid to lighten dark spots on my skin?
Yes, Azelaic acid can lighten skin. This cream blocks tyrosinase, a protein in your body that makes melanin. Melanin is the brown or black pigment that’s responsible for things like skin or eye color.
Can I wear makeup over azelaic acid?
Yes, you can apply cosmetics over azelaic acid cream after it dries to give your skin the chance to absorb the cream. If you apply cosmetics before it dries, your skin might not absorb the full dose of the cream.
Yang –
Started working right away on the numerous colonies of pustules. Getting better and I am hopeful. I never had acne as a teen. Getting this rosacea in my early 50’S was frustrating and some of my skin got badly damaged by the pustules. This cream seems to be correcting some of the damage.
Yasu –
This is my fav product to prevent acne. I use this every single day. Simply love this product.
Jie –
I love it. It is surprisingly well tolerated for having a higher dose of azelaic acid. It is fading my dark spots from acne scarring and it also helps control my rosacea. Layers nicely under the day cream.
Stacey –
This stuff is seriously amazing! I’ve been struggling with my flare ups for so long and it felt like nothing was working! It was so bad that even something like it being too warm out my face would become so red and broken out. I am so thankful I found this cream
Natalie –
I’ve had rosacea all my life and I tried all the creams at the drugstore. But this one works like none other!!
Jamie –
Terrible rosacea flare-ups had become such a massive source of anxiety for me, but I finally feel like I have this under control with this Azelaic acid cream, it’s become a staple part of my routine
Lucy –
Noticed a reduction in redness and bumps
Sandy –
This stuff works wonders! My skin looks so clear and even. I Highly recommend giving it a try because you will not be disappointed!
Zuri –
Terrible rosacea flare ups had become such a massive source of anxiety for me but I finally feel like I have this under control with this rosacea treatment, it’s become a staple part of my routine
Reshma –
Product works!
Lori –
Rosacea may be one of the more difficult issues to combat, I don’t know – so far I feel like I’ve seen some improvement on the overall redness of my face.
Susie –
Wonderful product. This product isn’t an overnight cure and it took me weeks to see a change. but since I started using this Azelaic acid cream, my skin has improved dramatically. For the first time in years, my skin doesn’t look red and sunburnt and I’m very happy with that.
Olivia –
I used to have red scaly skin and now my skin looks so much better! I am so thankful that I can leave finally leave my house feeling confident without any makeup on!!
Shonda –
Trying other products always gave me the worst rashes. I didn’t have high hopes for this but I’m glad this cream proved me wrong. If you have rosacea, this is absolutely worth a shot.
Shawn –
Best product for redness and acne
Carol –
I’ve been using this for 4 days so far. I had an outbreak of acne rosacea to my temple which was unusual as I’d never had that before. It’s a cluster of 4 spots. They have persisted over 8 weeks now and haven’t gone away. I take Doxycycline at the moment which has previously helped. The purchase was easy. I used Live Chat and I experienced great communication So far, the cream has done very well, and the spots have gone right down.
Stephanie –
I have been using Azelaic acid cream for over a year, with very noticeable results. I apply it in the morning and evening, after washing my face, and I use this cream with tretinoin. I love this product. The product was shipped out fast. Very good communication using the Chat option. I will buy it again!
Hannah –
I have struggled with acne in my adult life for about a year now. It wasn’t that bad, then significantly got worse over the past 6 months. I had huge cyst-like pimples and some small ones around my chin mostly and my cheeks started getting bad as well. I tried every single product out there but azelaic acid 20% is the only product that works. Literally, after 2 days, my pimples started to go down and the number of them started decreasing. It stings a bit and itches but it’s a small price to pay. This is a Godsend and I’m so happy I found it!
Nancy –
This product has been a miracle…it leaves my skin glowy & has helped me even out my skin color & texture.
Tiffany –
I have struggled with acne in my adult life for about a year now. It wasn’t that bad, then significantly got worse over the past 6 months. I had huge cyst-like pimples and some small ones around my chin mostly and my cheeks started getting bad as well. I tried every single product out there. I finally came across this product, and I was surprised by the results. Literally, after 2 days, my pimples started to go down and the number of them started decreasing. This is a Godsend and I’m so happy I found it!”
Ryna –
I use Azelaic acid cream every morning and my skin has been amazing from the time I started using it. I started using it 3 months ago and I have no redness, Acne or flares. I just love this product. I keep buying this. Nothing has been as effective as this product.
Eric Stevens –
This is the only product that helped me with acne. I used it for 2 months and I am happy with the product.
Alisha –
Used while pregnant and breastfeeding to replace my retinol in my skincare. It was the only active ingredient I was using and helped me maintain clear skin.
Rosy –
Love this product for redness.
Katherine –
I’ve bought this cream countless times now. It’s a staple in my routine. Calms, soothes, and lightly hydrates after applying the BHA 2% liquid and Niacinamide serum in the AM.
Laura –
I use this cream to avoid irritation, only in my chin and in the places I break out. This is an excellent product for Rosacea prone skin
Meagan –
This treatment cream is very lightweight and good for the day, it calms irritated skin.
Amanda (verified owner) –
This is a much nicer formulation of AA than the one I was using, goes on smoothly and doesn’t pill. It’s great for clearing up skin and reducing pigmentation