ACM AZÉANE for acne-prone skin
Azelaic Acid
Cetearyl Alcohol
Average
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 combination skin due to azelaic acid's anti-inflammatory and seboregulation properties, which offer mild benefits for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- Glycerin provides moderate moisturizing to hydrate and smooth your skin's texture, supporting overall skin health.
- The product is safe for your acne-prone skin, as it lacks any harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help keep breakouts under control.
- Apply after your cleanser and toner, and make sure to use your SPF right after in the morning.
- Gently spread a small amount of moisturizer over your face using soft motions. Let it absorb into the skin for a minute before getting dressed or applying makeup.
- Apply on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. This keeps your combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Stop using if you feel any irritation.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsWhile highly effective for fading post-acne marks and controlling breakouts, some users experience temporary sensory irritation typical of azelaic acid.
Highlights
Mattifying finish Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves a soft, non-sticky finish”
- “dries to a matte finish”
- “skin is matified instantly”
Reduces blemishes Often Mentioned
- “completely changed hormonal acne”
- “disappears my breakout very quickly”
- “treats pimples effectively”
Fades marks Sometimes Noted
- “fades dark spots”
- “evens my skin tone”
- “helps with post-acne marks”
Improves texture Sometimes Noted
- “refines skin grain”
- “skin is softer”
- “improves overall appearance”
Soothes redness Sometimes Noted
- “redness is much more under control”
- “soothes the skin”
Sensory irritation Sometimes Noted
- “itching for 20 minutes after applying”
- “might sting the first few times”
- “tingling sensation”
Drying effect Rarely Noted
- “need to apply moisturizer after”
- “can be drying on its own”
- “apply on dry skin to avoid irritation”
Lack of efficacy Rarely Noted
- “no efficacy on imperfections”
- “didn't work for me”
- “no difference seen”
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Questions and answers
How well does ACM AZÉANE work for acne-prone skin?
This moisturizer works reasonably well for acne-prone skin, helping calm breakouts and smooth your skin while keeping irritation unlikely. Acne-prone skin of this type needs effective ingredients for blemishes and repair, gentle hydration that balances the skin, and no harsh irritants or allergens.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Azelaic acid helps calm acne-prone skin and manage breakouts through anti-inflammatory and oil-balancing properties, while glycerin hydrates and smooths your skin. A moisturizing treatment for acne-prone skin needs soothing and effective active ingredients that target blemishes without irritation, along with good hydration to keep the skin balanced.
What does Water do for acne-prone skin?
Water-based hydration helps keep acne-prone skin balanced by providing essential moisture without adding excess oil. Proper hydration also helps reduce dryness and flakiness that can sometimes result from harsh acne treatments.
What does Azelaic Acid do for acne-prone skin?
Azelaic acid helps clear acne-prone skin by fighting bacteria and calming redness, while also fading dark spots left behind by breakouts. It targets multiple causes of acne at once to keep your skin smooth and even-toned.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii, 2023
Where does it go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine before your moisturizer for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure, though some treatments may also be used in the morning or twice a day. It works for your acne-prone skin, but this skin needs a routine with anti-inflammatory ingredients like azelaic acid and lightweight moisture to truly thrive.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying your retinol first, letting it absorb, and then following with this moisturizer to help keep your skin calm and hydrated. Using a supportive moisturizer alongside strong treatments like retinol is unlikely to cause irritation and helps your skin handle the routine more comfortably.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment in the evening as part of your routine for acne-prone skin, starting slowly to see how your skin reacts. Daily application of a moisturizing cream helps improve hydration and skin comfort while supporting overall skin health.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2006
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your acne-prone skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients that trigger irritation. It contains azelaic acid and glycerin, which help calm blemishes and hydrate your skin smoothly.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
This moisturizing treatment is generally safe to use on the body, but you should avoid applying it directly around the delicate eye area. To properly care for thin skin like the eyelids, look for specialized eye creams or lightweight treatments that contain hydrating ingredients and gentle plant extracts.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
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, 2017Topical 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, 2015
Ingredients
Water, Azelaic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Carbomer
Behind this fit score
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