Ranked by community score across 137 mentions on Reddit
The why
This 10% suspension targets acne, post-acne marks, redness, and uneven texture; studies found topical azelaic acid beats placebo and performs about like tretinoin. Redditors say it can work beautifully, but the thick silicone texture pills and irritates reactive skin.
One minus
Thick silicone texture pills under makeup and sunscreen
Good forOily Skin
10% sulfur spot treatment Reddit loves for inflamed breakouts; research remains limited.
De La Cruz31 mentions
Adapalene 0.1% clears acne and clogged pores; Reddit loves results, fears the purge.
Differin16 mentions
Studies found azelaic acid clears acne; Redditors report calmer redness and faded marks.
Good Molecules10 mentions
10% azelaic acid plus salicylic acid for redness and breakouts; can sting.
Paula's Choice8 mentions
Action Medicated Lotion Contains 20% w/w Azelaic Acid
Studies found azelaic acid clears acne; Redditors report fading redness, irritation remains common.
Azclear6 mentions
15% azelaic acid cream for rosacea; dramatic improvement or zero redness change.
ISISPHARMA5 mentions
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Reddit reports clearer pores from 2% salicylic acid; studies found similar acne results.
Paula's Choice5 mentions
For rosacea, Redditors most often recommend azelaic acid treatments, especially 10% formulas, saying they can calm redness and help alongside acne. Experiences vary, with some finding them irritating or poorly tolerated.
Multiple studies found these worked for rosacea.
Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.
Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not any one product.
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