Full Guide to Azelaic Acid for Skincare

Full Guide to Azelaic Acid for Skincare

April 24, 2025

There are so many different skincare products to choose from that it can be daunting to find one that works for your skin type and concern. If you're looking for something that covers a wide range of skin issues, azelaic acid is a great product to include in your routine!

Below, we'll discuss this product's many benefits and how you can incorporate it into your multi-step routine with Isomers Skincare. Keep reading to learn more!

What Is Azelaic Acid?

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid sourced from grains like wheat and barley (it can also be developed synthetically in a lab).

This powerful acid is used to treat several skin concerns and types, from acne to hyperpigmentation. It offers many skin health benefits and can be combined with several skin care products and routines.

The Benefits of Azelaic Acid

On its own, Azelaic acid offers many skin healing and refining properties, including...

  • Even skin tone and texture
  • Prevent dark patches
  • Clear acne and reduce blemishes
  • Dissolve excess sebum
  • Fade acne scars
  • Stimulate hydration
  • Protect your skin from inflammation
  • Reduce redness

You can get even better results from azelaic acid by pairing it with other compounds. Our Azelaic Acid Collection at Isomer's Skincare combines this powerful acid with other ingredients like retinol, niacinamide, salicylic acid, and root extracts to offer additional skin benefits, from reducing the appearance of fine lines to removing excess oils and skin cells from pores.

How You Can Add Azelaic Acid to Your Skincare Routine

If you'd like to benefit from the positive effects of azelaic acid, add this powerful compound to your skincare routine! You can incorporate it effectively by keeping the following points in mind:

It's About the Every Day

Like most skincare products, azelaic acid will not produce results unless used regularly. This product is meant to be applied to the skin daily. The best time to apply it is after cleansing your skin, before applying creams, and after applying serums.

Make sure you're applying the acid thoroughly. While you can use it as a spot treatment, you'll get more effective results if you use it over your full face.

Proceed with Combination Caution

Azelaic acid is a great addition to many skincare routines, as it pairs quite well with several products and ingredients. This acid is commonly paired with retinol, hyaluronic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and Vitamin C.

However, it's advisable to be sparing when combining azelaic acid with other acids like retinoids, as too much together can cause dryness and irritation.

Our azelaic acid-focused products at Isomers Skincare combine these and other ingredients in balanced amounts to maintain all their benefits without harming your skin!

Start Small and Build-Up

Know the percentage of azelaic acid in your product and gradually build your limit. Some skin types may be more sensitive to azelaic acid than others, so start small and see what you can handle.

You can try our 0.1% Retinol 1% Azelaic Acid 3% Niacinamide Serum to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This low-dose serum provides all the benefits of azelaic acid and its counterparts without harsh side effects.

Get Results with Azelaic Acid from Isomer's Skincare

If you'd like to try adding azelaic acid to your skincare regime, we have a whole host of products for you to choose from!

Whether you're building an anti-aging skincare routine or struggling with acne and inflammation, you can see the positive effects of azelaic acid with continuous use.

Visit our Shop to learn more about our azelaic acid products.