Anua Azelacic Acid 10 + Hyaluron for oily acne-prone skin
Azelaic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid
NiacinamideHigh
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your oily skin, this product effectively addresses acne, blemishes, and breakouts with azelaic acid and niacinamide to regulate sebum and reduce inflammation. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin provide excellent hydration, balancing the skin without causing greasiness.
- The inclusion of Centella Asiatica Extract and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice further soothes your skin, minimizing any potential irritation.
- This formula is safe for your skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and is formulated with soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
- Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
- Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsMost users report improved skin texture and fewer breakouts, though a small number experienced purging or found the finish slightly tacky.
Highlights
Lightweight and hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “Incredibly light and watery serum.”
- “Feels more like a hydrating serum... absorbs quickly.”
- “Leaves my face very hydrated with a nice glow.”
- “Never caused dryness or irritation.”
Gentle on sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “Zero irritation, even on active spots.”
- “Perfect even if u have oily skin.”
- “Soothing in the formula... highly recommend for acne prone.”
Reduces redness Often Mentioned
- “Decreased my redness significantly!”
- “My complexion looks calmer and more balanced.”
- “Helped vanish redness around my cheeks and nose.”
- “Works to very effectively calm irritation.”
Improves texture Sometimes Noted
- “Skin feels thicker and smoother.”
- “Noticeably helped the texture on my skin.”
- “Helps clear pores and calm general redness.”
- “Smoother overall texture.”
Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
- “Leaves a light, slightly tacky layer behind.”
- “My only complaint is that it leaves a tacky finish.”
- “Slightly tacky... but not overly sticky.”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Got MANYY huge pimples and white heads.”
- “Broke me out and give me pigmentation.”
- “Thought I was purging but... skin just kept getting worse.”
Ineffective for some Rarely Noted
- “Did not affect the redness on my face.”
- “Used the full bottle, did not do anything.”
- “Old scars didn't move.”
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Questions and answers
What makes Anua Azelacic Acid 10 a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This product is a great fit because azelaic acid and niacinamide help clear acne and breakouts by calming redness and keeping oil in balance. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin add lightweight moisture, while centella asiatica and aloe vera soothe the skin and keep irritation low.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment is a great fit because azelaic acid and niacinamide help control oil and breakouts, while hyaluronic acid and glycerin hydrate the skin without making it greasy. Centella asiatica extract and aloe juice further calm the skin and reduce irritation.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Azelaic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Azelaic acid helps calm angry blemishes, clears out pores, and fades leftover dark marks on oily, acne-prone skin. It targets multiple root causes of breakouts by keeping bacteria in check and reducing swelling, which makes it very helpful for everyday management.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, as evening application provides extra safety around sun exposure. Using azelaic acid and niacinamide in this step helps regulate oil and calm breakouts without adding greasiness.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Pharmaceutics, 2021
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the treatment first and following with your retinol, or by using them on alternating nights to keep your skin calm and comfortable. This approach helps minimize potential irritation while managing breakouts.
How often should I use this treatment?
This treatment is best used in the evening as part of your routine. It helps clear breakouts and balance oil while keeping your skin calm and hydrated without feeling greasy.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily acne-prone skin, as it contains soothing ingredients and no harsh components. It helps regulate oil and calm inflammation while keeping the skin balanced.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this treatment around the eyes or on my body?
This treatment is unlikely to harm the thin skin around the eyes or on the body, but it is formulated specifically to target facial blemishes and oily shine. While body skin is thicker than facial skin, gentle moisturizing treatments with soothing ingredients like centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid generally offer safe hydration anywhere you need it.
Is this treatment fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Azelaic acid nanocrystal hydrogel 10% achieved a higher success rate and greater lesion reduction than azelaic acid cream 20% in patients with mild to moderate facial acne.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Application of 15% azelaic acid gel significantly reduced post-inflammatory erythema and hyperpigmentation, decreased hemoglobin and melanin content, improved quality of life, and contributed to acne improvement in patients with mild to moderate acne compared to placebo.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical application of a dermocosmetic containing Myrtus communis extract and azelaic acid reduced acne relapses and helped maintain remission compared to a light moisturizing cream in adult females in the acne maintenance phase over 16 weeks.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2023Topical administration of 20% azelaic acid cream and 5% tranexamic acid solution comparably improved acne-related postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with acne vulgaris, while tranexamic acid demonstrated a significantly better safety profile at week 4.
Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2023Azelaic acid 15% gel showed comparable efficacy to adapalene 0.1% gel in reducing lesions, severity, and Dermatology Life Quality Index in women with adult acne, with significantly lower dryness and scaling, and demonstrated superiority during maintenance compared to no further treatment.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2015Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005
Ingredients
Water, Azelaic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Betine Salicylate, Glycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Hyaluronic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Squalane, Zinc Pca, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Caprul Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide Np
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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