How to Use Azelaic Acid for Rosacea and Hormonal Acne Redness

How to Use Azelaic Acid for Rosacea and Hormonal Acne Redness

In the world of dermatology, few ingredients are as versatile—yet as underrated—as Azelaic Acid. While Retinol and Vitamin C often hog the spotlight, Azelaic Acid is the “quiet overachiever” that manages to address two of the most frustrating skin concerns simultaneously: Rosacea and Hormonal Acne.

For women in their 30s, 40s, and beyond, these two conditions often collide. You may find yourself dealing with the persistent redness and broken capillaries of rosacea alongside the deep, painful cystic breakouts of a hormonal shift. Azelaic Acid is one of the few ingredients that can treat both without the irritation associated with harsher acids.

What is Azelaic Acid?

Azelaic Acid is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid found in grains like barley, wheat, and rye. In skincare, it is typically bio-engineered for stability. Unlike Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs), Azelaic Acid has a larger molecular structure.

This larger …

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