A topical dicarboxylic acid that inhibits tyrosinase and the keratinization process inside the follicle. In a 12-week Phase 3 trial (Draelos et al., 2006), 15% azelaic acid foam significantly reduced inflammatory lesions versus vehicle in adults with papulopustular rosacea.
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You apply a pea-sized amount twice daily.
significant reduction at 12 weeks in adults with papulopustular rosacea (Draelos et al., J Drugs Dermatol 2006).
azelaic acid inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme that drives melanin overproduction after acne or irritation.
normalizes keratinization in the follicle, which is why dermatologists reach for it when retinoids irritate.
Category B. One of the few acne actives an OB will sign off on.
your physician selects the concentration and vehicle (cream, gel, or foam analog) based on your skin and tolerance.
Not studied: severe nodulocystic acne, children under 12, broken skin.
(1) it slows the abnormal keratin buildup inside follicles that traps oil and forms comedones, (2) it reduces reactive oxygen species that drive the redness and bumps of rosacea, and (3) it competitively inhibits tyrosinase, which is the enzyme your skin uses to make melanin — so the dark marks left behind by old breakouts fade faster.
Important information about Azelaic Acid safety and side effects.
Yes, and many people start there. Prescription compounded azelaic acid is typically dispensed at 15–20% with a physician-selected base, which is the concentration used in the published trials.
Unlike hydroquinone, azelaic acid selectively targets hyperactive melanocytes. It fades dark marks without lightening normal surrounding skin. Hypopigmentation has been reported rarely in darker skin types — your physician screens for this.
Most patients feel a mild tingle for the first 1–2 weeks. We start you at every-other-night and titrate up. If irritation persists past two weeks, message your care team and we adjust the base or strength.
No. It is dispensed by a licensed U.S. 503A compounding pharmacy under a real prescription written by a U.S.-licensed physician after reviewing your intake.
Yes, and your physician will give you a layering schedule in your protocol.
Real reviews from verified ArgoMD patients.
I've been using Azelaic Acid for 3 months and the improvement in my skin is remarkable. My dermatologist is impressed with my progress.
After trying countless products, Azelaic Acid from ArgoMD actually delivered results. The physician guidance on how to introduce it gradually was key.
My skin has never looked better. Azelaic Acid paired with the protocol my ArgoMD doctor recommended has made a visible difference that friends notice.
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