Can We Declare Azelaic Acid as a Super Hero in 4 Articles?
Research shows that Azelaic Acid is highly effective in skin problems like acne and rosacea, and it surpasses other treatment methods due to its favorable side effect profile. With these properties, Azelaic Acid is an unsung superhero in skincare! Let's explore it together.
Point #1 — 70% fewer side effects than other anti-acne products
In a 4-month study, 5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 15% Azelaic Acid were tested on acne in two separate groups. According to the results, Azelaic Acid successfully treated acne with a remarkable average of 70%, without exhibiting the side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide. Moreover, there was a third group that used a topical antibiotic, but we won't even mention its success.
Point #2 — Azelaic acid is starting to appear in prescriptions
In one study, the use of 0.05% Tretinoin was compared with 20% Azelaic Acid for 6 months, yielding surprising results once again. Azelaic Acid reduced acne at almost the same rate as Tretinoin, without exhibiting Tretinoin's side effects. Furthermore, according to this study, it is more successful than Tretinoin in adult acne. As more such studies are added each day, Azelaic Acid is increasingly finding its place in physicians' prescriptions.
Point #3 — It doesn't just solve the problem of acne
In another study, oral Accutane treatment was compared with topical 20% Azelaic Acid (with an additional mild antibiotic) for 6 months. At the end of 6 months, 100% success was achieved in cystic acne in both groups, while in the Azelaic Acid group, 88% success was achieved in milia (whiteheads) and papules, and 70% in clogged pores. In the Accutane treatment, 97% success was achieved in milia and papules, and 88% in clogged pores. Considering that it is pitted against the world's most effective acne treatment, it can be said that it achieves successes far greater than its size.
Azelaic acid works not by reducing sebum secretion like Accutane or Tretinoin, but by balancing the fatty acid ratio, which makes it ideal for oily & sensitive or dry & sensitive skin combinations.
Point #4 — Azelaic Acid products approved by the FDA
The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) approved the use of 15% Azelaic Acid cream or serums as a treatment for Rosacea. The use of Azelaic Acid on rosacea patients was tested in another 6-month study. A significant reduction in redness and inflammation was confirmed after the use of 15% Azelaic Acid.
Azelaic Acid challenges medications: 82% improvement in acne in 35 days; 93.9% improvement at the end of 73 days
Conclusion: Although Azelaic Acid is increasingly being heard of in skin concerns such as melasma, hyperpigmentation, hair loss, etc., it is a fantastic ingredient that outperforms classic old or new methods for acne and even challenges medications. Moreover, it is remarkably successful not only against bacterial but also fungal acne. In another volunteer study, dermatologists observed an 82% improvement in acne and adult acne in 35 days; and 93.9% improvement at the end of 73 days. Its duration of effect can also be said to be another factor that elevates it to the top. Its very rare recorded side effects include dryness, slight stinging & itching sensation upon application. There is no thinning of the skin, no transepidermal water loss (TEWL), no risk of damaging the skin barrier, and furthermore, it does not cause photosensitivity like AHAs. This means you can safely use it even in summer.
With Amazing Azelaic Serum, produced from high-purity natural raw materials, you can neutralize all types of acne, including fungal acne.
Scientific References
- Gollnick HPM, Graupe K, Zaumseil RP. (2004). Azelaic acid 15% gel in the treatment of acne vulgaris: combined results of two double-blind clinical comparative studies. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges. 2004;2(10):841-7. PMID: 16281587
- Liu H, et al. (2020). Evidence-based topical treatments (azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulfur, zinc, and fruit acid) for acne. J Evid Based Med. 2020;13(4):275-283. PMID: 33034949
- van Zuuren EJ, et al. (2015). Interventions for rosacea. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015;4:CD003262. PMID: 25919144
- Liu H, et al. (2020). Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid for acne. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2020;5:CD011368. PMID: 32356369
