ANUA Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Soothing Serum (30ml)

It covers a few bases at once:

• Helps calm redness and irritation, making it a good fit for sensitive, rosacea-prone, or acne-prone skin
• 10% Azelaic Acid gently exfoliates to unclog pores and smooth rough or bumpy texture
• Helps fade dark spots and post-acne marks by slowing excess melanin production
• Hyaluronic Acid and the Gentle Calming Complex (Blue Tansy, Green Tea, Aloe, and Cica extracts) keep skin hydrated and soothe the barrier
• Lightweight, water-like texture that absorbs quickly and won't block pores, suitable for all skin types

The 10% azelaic acid in this serum works on several concerns at once:

• Redness and rosacea: helps calm visible redness and reduce inflammation
• Breakouts and texture: gently exfoliates to clear pores and smooth bumpy skin, with antibacterial properties that help keep breakouts in check
• Dark spots and post-acne marks: slows melanin production, so marks fade gradually with regular use
• Sensitivity: well tolerated by sensitive, acne-prone, and rosacea-prone skin, especially with the hydrating and soothing ingredients in this formula

It covers four main areas:

• Breakouts and pores: 10% azelaic acid gently exfoliates and unclogs pores, with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to help with active spots.
• Redness and irritation: Azelaic acid alongside seven types of Centella, blue tansy, green tea, and aloe works to visibly calm redness and soothe irritated or rosacea-prone skin.
• Texture and marks: Helps smooth bumpy texture and fade post-acne marks by slowing excess melanin production.
• Hydration: Hyaluronic acid, squalane, beta-glucan, and ceramide NP provide long-lasting moisture without blocking pores, supporting the skin barrier.

It's ANUA's blend of soothing ingredients included in this serum to help keep skin comfortable while the azelaic acid does its work. The complex contains:

• Blue Tansy Oil
• Ubiquinone
• Green Tea Leaf Water
• Aloe Leaf Juice
• 7 types of Cica (Centella Asiatica derivatives)

Together they help calm redness and irritation, support the skin barrier, and make the formula more suitable for sensitive or reactive skin.

Yes, it's designed with these skin types in mind. It suits sensitive and acne-prone skin as well as skin that experiences rosacea, and it's non-comedogenic, so it won't block pores.

If your skin is particularly reactive, patch test first and ease it in gradually, a few nights a week to start.

It works alongside the 10% azelaic acid to keep the formula comfortable and hydrating rather than drying or irritating. Specifically, it:

• Draws moisture into the skin to keep it soft and plump
• Cushions the exfoliating action of azelaic acid, so it's more comfortable on sensitive skin
• Supports the skin barrier to reduce dryness and tightness

Azelaic acid does have some antifungal properties, so it may help with fungal acne (also called pityrosporum folliculitis), but this serum isn't specifically formulated or tested for that purpose. It's better suited to general acne, redness, and uneven texture. For persistent fungal acne, it's worth speaking to a dermatologist who can recommend a targeted treatment.

It can help with both, but won't fully resolve either condition on its own.

• Rosacea and cheek redness: azelaic acid is clinically shown to reduce redness, and the formula is specifically described as suitable for rosacea-prone skin. people often report calmer, less reactive skin with consistent use.
• Fungal acne bumps (small, uniform bumps usually on the forehead or hairline): azelaic acid helps unclog pores and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, so it can improve texture over time.

Expect gradual improvement rather than a quick fix, and pair it with daily SPF to maintain results.