hey ,if anyone else wants to uncover rosacea makeup try Mackorny Facial Miracle Blueprint (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my brother in law got cool success with it.
17:25 HUGELY IMPORTANT info for those who are planning to use Azelaic Acid for sun spots! Re: get them checked by your doctor first, as Azelaic Acid can help lighten even some forms of skin cancer, so you may be inadvertently delaying its diagnosis. Stay safe, guys. Thanks Dr. Dray, first video I've seen that mentions this.
I went to my dermatologist and had a full body skin check-up today for the first time in 12 years, and I also asked her a ton of questions. I told her about you, and she agreed with pretty much everything you say. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Daily Azelaic acid and religious sunscreen use has worked wonders for redness in my skin! I’ve always had easily blushing and irritable skin that turns red so easily. I feel so normal now. All the info on your channel has helped soooo much.
I must be the odd ball out, because the very next day after applying azelaic acid I saw DRAMATIC results…. I can’t believe I only recently discovered this. Along with birth control, it’s had a major impact on my skin. I couldn’t be happier
Same! I was prescribed 15% azaleic acid and my skin has changed dramatically in a few days. Acne has really subsided as well, I think the anti-inflammation properties are to thank for that! I am so happy I found something that is working for me.
I was given a prescription for a azelaic acid for using on my face at 19 for my acne. It helped my face so much. I was also put on accutane which changed my life, I had cystic acne all over my back, upper arms, and chest. Ten years later I noticed my skin becoming oily and breaking out again. I am now 43 years old. I have eczema around my eyes, eyebrows, and ears. I also have rosacea and people are always asking if I was like n vacation or in the sun. My nose pores are huge. The closest dermatologist is 2 hrs away from where I live. Thank you for your videos, the information is helping me chose some products to try. You are awesome.
I'm attempting to pay attention to your helpful Azelaic Acid info but I'm still thinking about your beautiful mug. Can I ask where it's from? I believe it will resolve most things in my life.
I recently started using Azalaic acid on my bikini area to help prevent ingrown hairs and mainly treating the dark spots they left. So glad you covered this! I was hoping I wasn't doing any harm putting it in that area .So far all is going well. Any concerns or comments i should be aware of using it in the bikini area? xoxox
For anyone worrying about the price of finacea it is less expensive in other countries so maybe you can purchase from an international store and get it shipped to your house? (Dunno ir that works). I just got it at my local pharmacy (in Mexico) and it costs an equivalent of $20 US dollars and you don't even need a prescription. Idk, just an idea
Ana R. Thanks, does this work to fade acne marks, I want to use it inplace of hydroquinone, what purpose do you get this for and do you need to take a break from it? Do you use it with tretinoin? Thanks
Perhaps in these types of videos you can say how to apply the product. I'm really wondering where this would go in my skin care routine? I assume that I can put a moisturizing cream on top after it dries.
Thank you for this, Dr. Dray. You are gifted with teaching the layman all the important details of the many, and complex, options for skin care. It can be a difficult field to navigate. You are so helpful to guide us through!
Dr. Dray, is azaleic acid counter intuitive to tretinoin? If tretinoin is helping to speed up cell turn over, and azaleic acid helps reduce clogged pores by slowing the proliferation of the skin cells, are they working against each other? Thank you!
Did you find out an answer to this question? I've been prescribed 0.025% Tretinoin for prevention of aging and I am using Finacea (15% Azelaic Acid) nightly for my rosacea. Do you think they are safe to use together, even if I continue to use Finacea nightly and alternate just one night a week with the Tretinoin to start off? Thanks heaps!
Mimi Mimi You do not have to use them alternately but you can. Dr Sam bunting recommends using azelaic acid before applying retinoid to reduce irritation. Dr dray has said that azelaic acid can be used twice a day in conjunction with most actives. It really depends on the individual.
Thank you for making this video, it is extremely helpful, since I’ve been using a 20% Azelaic acid for a couple of months and it’s been the best treatment that I’ve used. So I was wanting to learn more about it. Azelaic cleared up my skin in a matter of weeks and any spots that appear, seem to heal in a matter of a couple of days. 🙌🏻🙌🏻
I use Azclear Action medicated lotion. You can buy it without a prescription in Australian Chemists. 😊 You might need a prescription if you live in another county, I would just do some research.
Kristin Leslie, can you pls share your skin regimen. I’m about to start my finacea rx but so scared that it might cause too much irritation. Thank you.
Dr Dray is it ok to have a skincare routine like this to get rid of pimple scars hyperpigmentation (chin and mouth area)? 1) Cerave hydrating cleanser 2) Cerave SA cleanser (for bumpy skin) 3) Mousturizer La Roche posay cicaplast b5 4) mineral Sunscreen clinique spf 50 uva/uvb 5) Tinted compact sunscreen Avene uva/spf 50 6) be patient :)
Great information Dr Andrea. I have been treated with Azeleaic Acid for my Papulopustular rosacea for over 10 years with great success until last year when I had an uncontrolable postule breakout. My derm tried several other treatments to control the inflammation and breakouts and came to conclusion that is it related demodex mites. Tried it for a year with some success and now the breaks outs are back and I decided to switch back to Azeleaic Acid instead to see if my skins improves. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with your community.
My derm just prescribed this, as I'm pregnant and unable to currently continue my tretinoin prescript. I appreciate you covering this kind of stuff... It's nice to be able to rewatch.
For BP cleanser it depends on concentration number. But in my personal opinion you shouldn’t use them together. Yes, you can use on am...but remember sunscreen. With tretionin....don't. Actually you shouldn use active ingredients alternatively. I mean once at a time.
Dr. Dray, I can’t thank you enough! I’ve had rosacea for over 20 years. I’ve seen several dermatologists over the years, the last being about two months ago. Lately I was prescribed Azelaic acid for redness. My main complaint is that it burns and stings, and dries out my skin. My skin is already on the dry side and I don’t have the pustules or papules as you described. It’s been very frustrating to try to find a regimen that helps me. Many people have told me to use aloe vera, to which I had a reaction of burning and just irritation in general. Your videos on rosacea have helped me immensely and I simply cannot thank you enough. I am almost 60 years old, and people tell me I look to be in my late 40s. I have always tried to take care of my skin, And use sunscreen consistently. Thank you again you have been a lifesaver for me and for this constant redness and inflammation. I am a former RN and so appreciate the amount of information you give to us. You truly are a blessing.
so did the azeliac acid work for you? I have rosacea too - never bumpy and never acne. totally wondering if azeliac acid is worth a try for the redness and flushing
Marina Gordo my provider just added Azelaic Acid to my formula. But she told me that she was not able to use tretinoin in my formula 🤷♀️ she recommended tretinoin but she said I have to go to a local dermatologist to get An RX.
@@karinaortiz6725 Tretinoin & Azelaic Acid can be in the same formula but the AA dosage cannot be past a certain percentage depending on your Tretinoin strength.
Thank you Dr. Dray for yet another extremely informative video. I'm so thankful to have found you! My thoughts and prayers go out to my fellow Texans in Santa Fe.
Azelaic acid has worked wonders for my skin. Love the foam form. Wish it was a little cheaper though. Even prescription tretinoin is cheaper with my insurance.
20% 2x day for 6 months to get results. Wow! This is good information to know for realistic expectations since I'm only considering The Ordinary's 10% formula once per day.
Hello! I started watching your videos a while ago and they have been extremely helpful! I'm 54 years old, luckily I haven't got many wrinkles yet, possibly due to my greasy skin. On the negative side, I've suffered with acne from the age of 13. A course of Accutane in my thirties cleared it completely, but it returned after a pregnancy a few years later. My skincare had always included harsh spot creams and possibly, light moisturisers, even though I always feared they would make my skin even oilier. I only used sunscreen if it was present in my moisturiser/foundation ( don't hate me!). Things have changed drastically, though. After taking your advice on board, I now use sunscreen religiously and moisturise every morning and evening. I particularly enjoy it as soon as I step out of the shower, still dripping wet and it had made such a difference to the skin on my face and body. I use Azelaic acid on any spots in the morning and Salicylic acid at night. It's still early days (1 month), but I can already detect a slight calming of my skin and the peeling and flaking, which before was ever-present despite the oiliness, is subsiding. I'm left with one major problem, though: I cannot stop myself from picking at any spots or flakes of skin which makes any lesions last for days/weeks. Sometimes it's conscious, but other times I do it without even realising. Do you have any advice for me, please, or would you consider doing a video on compulsive skin-picking? Again, thank you so much for all your informative videos! Martina xx
I second it. In fact MOST dermatologists are awful. I'm learning all of this from youtube. Yes youtube like her video, then go to the dermatologist with a strategy. Strategic plan
Excuse me. Hello. My friend has a very rare skin condition and absolutely loves your videos and wanted to show me your channel. First of all, you are the official Mariah Carey of skincare™️. Secondly, the fact that you would reveal this MAMMOTH 🦣 mug that's literally half your size has baffled me. You definitely have a new subscriber. ❤️🙌 Thank you good bye. ✌️
Thank you Dr. Gray, my derm. prescribed azeliac acid as an alternative to hydroquinone for hyper-pigmentation today. I feel more confident using it now thanks to you video.
Thanks for this really great video!! Maybe I just missed it in the video, but does azealic acid help with anti aging? Also, I apply 20% azelaic acid on my face every morning and tretinoin 0.1 at night. Is that okay if tolerated?
Stinks if you are sensitive to silicones (especially dimethicone) like me, this made me break out unfortunately. Found a better one without being so silicone heavy - Naturium Azelaic acid is soooo nice and still affordable! The brand is at target now finally!
I love Q & A's! I've been curious about products to address dark spots. I appreciate and trust your opinion. There's so much nonsense out there. TY and have a great weekend!
Hi dr Dray, I started this on Monday!! The foam is amazing and it cleared me pretty fast, I have dry skin just around my jaw, can I moisturize with this. It has really lightened my skin up and fade the hyperpigmentation. I give it 2 thumbs up !! You have to hang in there in the itching. I've seeing results pretty darn fast. I also change my cleanser to the garnier skinactive I love it. I started to juice veggies and all together, I'm pretty happy.
Đoàn Phạm Bảo Trân I'm using finacea 15 percent, it can be $$ I did get a coupon and brought it down to 30 dollars . It is itchy but it subsides after a while.
Love these videos! If you get a chance, could you briefly mention in one of your videos anything extra we should be doing for skin that is often in chlorine pools. Thank you.
MiMi Tee Very much yes to this! I’m a swimmer and the chlorine wrecks havoc on my skin, I’ve always wondered what to use face wash & moisturizer wise after swimming.
Never heard of this product till you today in your most recent video I am so excited to try this. Can I mix this with retina 0.1% ? How would I do that? Apply Retina first or Azelaic Acid
Hi dray, have you do a review about tranexamic acid for melasma treatment. Do you think it's effective and safe ? Recently My dermatologist suggest to use tranexamic acid to treat my melasma.
Thank you for this video - very informative and has put my mind at ease.. I’ve noticed that aloe Vera helps my face and redness massively and have been using it daily now.
Hi Dr. Dray, I am wondering what your opinion would be of this 8% Azelaic acid product by Garden of Wisdom. I have acne & melasma, as well as PIH from acne. Here are the ingredients: Spring Water Azelaic Acid Liposome Base (soy based) Allantoin Glycerin Sclerotium Gum Leucidal SF thank you!
Thank you once again for doing another helpful Q&A! As always, I have learnt something useful in every of your skincare Q&As. Have a wonderful weekend Dr Andrea and everyone from the Sunscreen Club! 😆💓
I have rosacea and want to try this- I also use Retin-A at night and wondered how you layer it all? Under the Retin-A? Love your videos, I've learned so much. Thanks for al your effort~
hi dr. andrea. your thoughts on The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%? i (think) i have mild rosacea (left side of cheek flushing red patch) and i have been wanting to try this out. And thank you for these videos, they sure help a lot! happy sunday!
I have acne and used both retin a and azelaic acid from the ordinary. I prefer the ordinary azelaic acid over retin a. It was more gentle and more effective than retin a. What's even better is the cost difference between the two. I paid $120 for a tube of retin a because my insurance refused to pay due to my age. I could care less about the anti-aging benefit my problem was with acne. My dermatologist pushed for this drug claiming it was the most effective. The ordinary azelaic cost me $7.00 and actually worked. I trust and respect doctors because they whole heartedly intend to help the people who come to them seeking treatment. However, I question their eagerness to push for expensive drugs before recommending affordable treatments that may help some individuals. I understand that everyone's skin is different and what may work for one individual may not work for the other but dismissing a brand that could potentially work makes me suspicious. Dr. Dray, I respect your opinions and enjoy watching your videos but you seem to have an issue with any of the ordinary's products. Just because they didn't work for you doesn't mean they're products are not effective.
GoodRx is a great app and website for getting coupons for prescription medications. With GoodRx you may find tretinoin (generic brand of retin A) to be affordable. This comment is completely separate from your experience with azelaic acid. Just wanted to let you know as I recommend this resource to my own patients who find the cost of prescription medications to be a deterrent :)
Mia Hilliard Retin A is a prescription only medication - the generic name for it it tretinoin and it is NOT the same thing as retinol or over-the-counter retinoids. It is much stronger. The Ordinary does NOT sell Retin A. Please make sure you know what things are before you give advice - especially on a doctor’s page! (Not saying The Ordinary product did not work for you, just that it is not Retin A)
Nusrat Sultana hii, im trying to find a product to use when I take a break from hydroquinone 4% melalite forte cream, do you know of any good affordable products ?
It would be so great to hear an informative video about Vitiligo from you! I have it, and I get questions about it all the time - in the future, I could just direct them to your video!! haha
You can! I've emailed DECIEM in the past about layering their niacinamide and azelaic acid suspension and they said they work well together. Serum first and then creams
Thank you for this video. I have been using Finacea for a couple of years and I wondered how safe it was. Question, is it safe to use with benzoyl peroxide?
Can you use glycolic and azelaic acid together? I've been using glycolic in the morning and azelaic at night because I'm trying to get rid of scarring but I'm not sure if that's okay at all 🙊
What’s your opinion of Azelaic Acid combined with tretinoin? I’m wondering if dried my skin out more than just tretinoin? I was using Curology, but stopped because of how dry it was making my skin.
Hey Dr. Dray! Is it ok to use azeleic acid at night time before using Differin and CeraVe PM? Or do you suggest to use it in the morning before using sunscreen?
Hi Dr Dray, would you say that 10% is enough? Or should I go to a dermatologist for the 20% „strength“? Until now the 10% azelaic Acid suspension from the ordinary is doings wonders for me! Thank you for the amazing videos!
Could you consider reviewing the Trader Joe’s skin care items? Specifically, the hyaluronic acid? I think it’s supposed to be a dupe for the Neutrogena Hydro Boost. Thanks for your videos!
Just went to my dermatologist today. Clean bill of health, no melanoma, yaaaayyyyy! I asked my dermatologist before leaving if there was a topical application for the dark spots on my face, backs of hands and a couple of spots on my arms. He suggested and sent a prescription for the 15% foam you mentioned. My portion of this prescription foam is $239!!!!!! I don’t think so. I have checked out the PCA bar on Amazon you suggested. The majority of the ratings were 83%, 4 and 5 star ratings. I have rosacea also, which azelaic acid treats also. I am way past the acne stage of my life so I am going to watch the rosacea video and see what you recommend in that video as well. Thank you Dr. Dray!
I've been using The Ordinary AA at 10% for a few weeks, and recently moved onto Skinoren (AA 20%). Context: I had rebound post inflammatory erythema caused by Mirvaso (brimonidine) in 2017, and sought out PDL to clear most of the redness. This helped lots. After several full face spot treatments, there are areas where the laser "missed" leaving pockets of faint redness which become scarlet upon applying Skinoren. The Skinoren application tingles and itches slightly for about 30 minutes. After an hour my skin color is settles back down and my face returns to its paler - albeit still blotchy due to PIE - baseline. Can I expect my skin to get used to this 20% formulation of AA over time? I did introduce it slowly and I hope that I can get my face fully back to its pre-Mirvaso baseline.
I came here after today's How to Use Azelaic Acid + Vlog--- I get hyperpigmented lesions due to UV because of lupus (with sunscreen and UV protective clothing) and your description of it blocking the reaction caused by UV exposure sounded very promising. Has this ever been studied for photosensitive lupus?
Thank you Dr. Dray for a great video, am about to start using azelaic acid and you have answered all of my questions about it! Very informative, thanks again.
Yelen Carino-Talavera I'm actually doing Curology, have you heard of them? Dermatologists use three products specialized for your particular skin care after you've submitted a photo and discussed your issues. I have Melasma so my three ingredients are Tretinoin 0.02%, Azelaic Acid 5%, and Niacinamide 4%. I have no irritation at all and it's still a bit early to see much difference in my skin. I use Hydroquinone in the daytime and use the Curology at night and so far the Melasma is okay. I haven't heard of the one you mentioned, do you suffer from Melasma too?
Mstoastie R. I have heard of them but I have never actually contacted them. I just go to my dermatologist for skin issues and I ask him for meds based on dr. Dray’s suggestions! Lol
Thank you for your video. I had a huge pimple on my face about 3 year ago that left a scar. I have an appt. with a Dermatologist next week. Would this product work on decreasing the visibility of the scar? I've been using a men's concealer in the interim. Thank you.
I just got finacea yesterday for my acne which is mostly comedonal. So far it is pretty itchy but not unbearable and it goes away. Let's see how it goes ♥️
When you see a doctor, they don’t put the effort to spend enough time with patients because they have appointment s schedule 10-15 minutes apart. Not like doing video they have more time.
I mix mine with ceraVe moisturizing lotion am and pm morning and night.. it has helped with my pustule rosacea and my normal acne as well. I have olive skin tone and have a lot of hyperpigmentation, it is slowly clearing my skin! Love it!!
Sometimes I like to rewatch older videos to refresh my knowledge.
Yen Bui same
hey ,if anyone else wants to uncover
rosacea makeup
try Mackorny Facial Miracle Blueprint (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my brother in law got cool success with it.
same
yes! me too
So do i 🙂
17:25 HUGELY IMPORTANT info for those who are planning to use Azelaic Acid for sun spots! Re: get them checked by your doctor first, as Azelaic Acid can help lighten even some forms of skin cancer, so you may be inadvertently delaying its diagnosis. Stay safe, guys. Thanks Dr. Dray, first video I've seen that mentions this.
V goog point made by dr dray and thanks for drawing our attention on this
I went to my dermatologist and had a full body skin check-up today for the first time in 12 years, and I also asked her a ton of questions. I told her about you, and she agreed with pretty much everything you say. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Dr Dray. Not only does she teach me about skin care, she also reminds me to start my dishwasher. She's just the full package!
Love your videos!
Daily Azelaic acid and religious sunscreen use has worked wonders for redness in my skin! I’ve always had easily blushing and irritable skin that turns red so easily. I feel so normal now. All the info on your channel has helped soooo much.
Which active ingredients should be avoided when using azelaic acid?
ppl say you can use it with aha and bha
I must be the odd ball out, because the very next day after applying azelaic acid I saw DRAMATIC results…. I can’t believe I only recently discovered this. Along with birth control, it’s had a major impact on my skin. I couldn’t be happier
Same! I was prescribed 15% azaleic acid and my skin has changed dramatically in a few days. Acne has really subsided as well, I think the anti-inflammation properties are to thank for that! I am so happy I found something that is working for me.
I love 20% Azaleic acid for after sugar waxing on clients who don’t exfoliate in between visits. I love the antibacterial activity.
The portion related to rosacea starts at 10:45
Thank you !!! :")
Thank u
Thank you 🙏
15:28 for hyperpigmentation
Can we use it with vitamin c?
You really are the best at doing informational videos that everyone can understand. Thanks so much!
thank you
She's so freaking sweet isn't she? I admire her so much.
Very articulate and well-spoken. Shows she's educated and knows exactly what's she talking about xx
omg youre the woman from the dr sam skincare club on fb didnt expect to see you here haha
I was given a prescription for a azelaic acid for using on my face at 19 for my acne. It helped my face so much. I was also put on accutane which changed my life, I had cystic acne all over my back, upper arms, and chest. Ten years later I noticed my skin becoming oily and breaking out again. I am now 43 years old. I have eczema around my eyes, eyebrows, and ears. I also have rosacea and people are always asking if I was like n vacation or in the sun. My nose pores are huge. The closest dermatologist is 2 hrs away from where I live. Thank you for your videos, the information is helping me chose some products to try. You are awesome.
I really appreciate that when I’m rewatching videos, they never seem dated and never speeded up for time and just good info. Thanks Dray.
I'm attempting to pay attention to your helpful Azelaic Acid info but I'm still thinking about your beautiful mug. Can I ask where it's from? I believe it will resolve most things in my life.
How many percent % of azelaic acid is good for oil acne skin? Thank you very much❤
I recently started using Azalaic acid on my bikini area to help prevent ingrown hairs and mainly treating the dark spots they left. So glad you covered this! I was hoping I wasn't doing any harm putting it in that area .So far all is going well. Any concerns or comments i should be aware of using it in the bikini area? xoxox
it can be irritating
@@DrDrayzday what can be used on bikini area to lighten dark spots then?
Does azelaic acid remove sun tan and make face more lighter ? What about using it with tretinoin
it can improve hyperpigmentation
Dont use with tretinoin
Tasha Tasha Is totally fine. My doctor gave me a tretinoin prescription with azelaic acid. Ive been on it for 6 months and it works great
@@sunshine9993 mine too. I am starting both today. They wouldn't recommend if would be bad for us
@@sunshine9993 how u corporate azelaic acid ? Did u use it in the morning n tret in night routine ? Whats ur tret percentage ?🥺
For anyone worrying about the price of finacea it is less expensive in other countries so maybe you can purchase from an international store and get it shipped to your house? (Dunno ir that works). I just got it at my local pharmacy (in Mexico) and it costs an equivalent of $20 US dollars and you don't even need a prescription. Idk, just an idea
Ana R. Thanks, does this work to fade acne marks, I want to use it inplace of hydroquinone, what purpose do you get this for and do you need to take a break from it? Do you use it with tretinoin? Thanks
You can get AzClear and Finacea at onlinepharmacy.com out of Australia since they are over the counter there.
For rosacea its life changing trust me ♡♡🌼😌
Perhaps in these types of videos you can say how to apply the product. I'm really wondering where this would go in my skin care routine? I assume that I can put a moisturizing cream on top after it dries.
That's exactly what my dermatologist recommends
Thank you for this, Dr. Dray. You are gifted with teaching the layman all the important details of the many, and complex, options for skin care. It can be a difficult field to navigate. You are so helpful to guide us through!
Thanks for watching Ms Kat!
This is sooo true. Layman’s terms from Dr. Dray 👍🏽👍🏽
Dr. Dray, is azaleic acid counter intuitive to tretinoin? If tretinoin is helping to speed up cell turn over, and azaleic acid helps reduce clogged pores by slowing the proliferation of the skin cells, are they working against each other? Thank you!
Did you find out an answer to this question? I've been prescribed 0.025% Tretinoin for prevention of aging and I am using Finacea (15% Azelaic Acid) nightly for my rosacea. Do you think they are safe to use together, even if I continue to use Finacea nightly and alternate just one night a week with the Tretinoin to start off? Thanks heaps!
It works great together I have been using it almost a month together
@@keshasmith6249 Thanks so much! Do you use them on the same night or alternating?
The use of Azaleic acid with tretinoin can reduce irritation. They’re often recommended in conjunction
Mimi Mimi You do not have to use them alternately but you can. Dr Sam bunting recommends using azelaic acid before applying retinoid to reduce irritation. Dr dray has said that azelaic acid can be used twice a day in conjunction with most actives. It really depends on the individual.
Thank you for making this video, it is extremely helpful, since I’ve been using a 20% Azelaic acid for a couple of months and it’s been the best treatment that I’ve used. So I was wanting to learn more about it. Azelaic cleared up my skin in a matter of weeks and any spots that appear, seem to heal in a matter of a couple of days. 🙌🏻🙌🏻
:)
Kristin Leslie Hey hon ! Do u use it above or below moisturiser ?
I use it underneath moisturiser 😊
I use Azclear Action medicated lotion. You can buy it without a prescription in Australian Chemists. 😊 You might need a prescription if you live in another county, I would just do some research.
Kristin Leslie, can you pls share your skin regimen. I’m about to start my finacea rx but so scared that it might cause too much irritation. Thank you.
Dr Dray is it ok to have a skincare routine like this to get rid of pimple scars hyperpigmentation (chin and mouth area)?
1) Cerave hydrating cleanser
2) Cerave SA cleanser (for bumpy skin)
3) Mousturizer La Roche posay cicaplast b5
4) mineral Sunscreen clinique spf 50 uva/uvb
5) Tinted compact sunscreen Avene uva/spf 50
6) be patient :)
Great information Dr Andrea. I have been treated with Azeleaic Acid for my Papulopustular rosacea for over 10 years with great success until last year when I had an uncontrolable postule breakout. My derm tried several other treatments to control the inflammation and breakouts and came to conclusion that is it related demodex mites. Tried it for a year with some success and now the breaks outs are back and I decided to switch back to Azeleaic Acid instead to see if my skins improves. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with your community.
My derm just prescribed this, as I'm pregnant and unable to currently continue my tretinoin prescript.
I appreciate you covering this kind of stuff... It's nice to be able to rewatch.
Can you use azaleic acid with a BP cleanser?
Can you use azaleic acid during the day?
Can you use azaleic acid with Tretinoin at night?
For BP cleanser it depends on concentration number. But in my personal opinion you shouldn’t use them together.
Yes, you can use on am...but remember sunscreen.
With tretionin....don't. Actually you shouldn use active ingredients alternatively. I mean once at a time.
Mahbuba Mim my dermatologist told me to use azelaic acid with tretinoin at night. It’s worked for me.
Dr. Dray, I can’t thank you enough! I’ve had rosacea for over 20 years. I’ve seen several dermatologists over the years, the last being about two months ago. Lately I was prescribed Azelaic acid for redness. My main complaint is that it burns and stings, and dries out my skin. My skin is already on the dry side and I don’t have the pustules or papules as you described. It’s been very frustrating to try to find a regimen that helps me. Many people have told me to use aloe vera, to which I had a reaction of burning and just irritation in general. Your videos on rosacea have helped me immensely and I simply cannot thank you enough. I am almost 60 years old, and people tell me I look to be in my late 40s. I have always tried to take care of my skin, And use sunscreen consistently. Thank you again you have been a lifesaver for me and for this constant redness and inflammation. I am a former RN and so appreciate the amount of information you give to us. You truly are a blessing.
so did the azeliac acid work for you? I have rosacea too - never bumpy and never acne. totally wondering if azeliac acid is worth a try for the redness and flushing
Dr. Dray. literally my fave channel on youtube. So informative and straightforward. 🙏 Thank you!!!
Yo estoy usando y es muy demasiado bueno para el acne, es lo que mas me ha resultado en serio
Rewound, replayed, paused to take notes several times.
thank you 😊 this helped me a lot. unfortunately this can be expensive here in brazil..but saved my skin
My Curology provider gave me Azelaic Acid along with Niacinamide and Tretinoin in my customized formula...thx for the info about Azelaic Acid!
Marina Gordo how do you use them? Which time of the day?
@@khristinepestano7652 each night
Marina Gordo my provider just added Azelaic Acid to my formula. But she told me that she was not able to use tretinoin in my formula 🤷♀️ she recommended tretinoin but she said I have to go to a local dermatologist to get An RX.
@@karinaortiz6725 Tretinoin & Azelaic Acid can be in the same formula but the AA dosage cannot be past a certain percentage depending on your Tretinoin strength.
Great video Doc, I'm looking for what products I can use along with azelaic acid and what products I should avoid.
I enjoy your older videos sooo much, I just rewatch and rewatch lol not that your newer content isn’t good either...
Thank you Dr. Dray for yet another extremely informative video. I'm so thankful to have found you!
My thoughts and prayers go out to my fellow Texans in Santa Fe.
Horrible that these events occurs and continue to occur
Azelaic acid has worked wonders for my skin. Love the foam form. Wish it was a little cheaper though. Even prescription tretinoin is cheaper with my insurance.
:)
Snowleapard7 Any input on your regimen? I’m about to start my Az acid rx. Thank you.
20% 2x day for 6 months to get results. Wow! This is good information to know for realistic expectations since I'm only considering The Ordinary's 10% formula once per day.
Hello!
I started watching your videos a while ago and they have been extremely helpful!
I'm 54 years old, luckily I haven't got many wrinkles yet, possibly due to my greasy skin. On the negative side, I've suffered with acne from the age of 13. A course of Accutane in my thirties cleared it completely, but it returned after a pregnancy a few years later.
My skincare had always included harsh spot creams and possibly, light moisturisers, even though I always feared they would make my skin even oilier.
I only used sunscreen if it was present in my moisturiser/foundation ( don't hate me!).
Things have changed drastically, though. After taking your advice on board, I now use sunscreen religiously and moisturise every morning and evening. I particularly enjoy it as soon as I step out of the shower, still dripping wet and it had made such a difference to the skin on my face and body.
I use Azelaic acid on any spots in the morning and Salicylic acid at night.
It's still early days (1 month), but I can already detect a slight calming of my skin and the peeling and flaking, which before was ever-present despite the oiliness, is subsiding.
I'm left with one major problem, though: I cannot stop myself from picking at any spots or flakes of skin which makes any lesions last for days/weeks. Sometimes it's conscious, but other times I do it without even realising.
Do you have any advice for me, please, or would you consider doing a video on compulsive skin-picking?
Again, thank you so much for all your informative videos!
Martina xx
Damn my dermatologist is terrible compared to you. I wish you could be mine. 😿
I second it. In fact MOST dermatologists are awful. I'm learning all of this from youtube. Yes youtube like her video, then go to the dermatologist with a strategy. Strategic plan
God bless u Dr. Dray, you're so helpful and generous with your time n knowledge. This is what UA-cam should be about
So crazy, I was just looking and reading online on azeliac acid for hyperpigmentation. Then I get this video in💗💗 notifications!!!
hope it is helpful :)
God is good!!
Dr Dray how many times we can use azelaic acid in a week
Excuse me. Hello. My friend has a very rare skin condition and absolutely loves your videos and wanted to show me your channel. First of all, you are the official Mariah Carey of skincare™️. Secondly, the fact that you would reveal this MAMMOTH 🦣 mug that's literally half your size has baffled me. You definitely have a new subscriber. ❤️🙌 Thank you good bye. ✌️
You've just read my mind 😱. I've been waiting for this thing to be reviewed
:)
Can you use azelaic acid on cystic pimple as a spot treatment
Hi! Thank you for these great informative videos. You have changed my skin! Can Azelaic acid be used with differin?
yes
I use this with A aha serum & it has done wonders for my hyperpigmentation, pores and less acne waaayyyyy less !
Can I use Finacea the way you use your tretinoin, AFTER my hydrating and moisturizing routine?
Thank you Dr. Gray, my derm. prescribed azeliac acid as an alternative to hydroquinone for hyper-pigmentation today. I feel more confident using it now thanks to you video.
Hola_ yadi any updates,does it help
Thanks for this really great video!!
Maybe I just missed it in the video, but does azealic acid help with anti aging?
Also, I apply 20% azelaic acid on my face every morning and tretinoin 0.1 at night. Is that okay if tolerated?
no; yes
You will be at 1 Million subscribers soon!!! To God be the glory! All your hard work is paying off!!!
Getting redness from azelaic acid and it has been only 3 days. I use the ordinary 10% azelaic acid.
How it turned out for you with azelaic?
How did it go????
Great information for a rosacea sufferer.
Have you done any reviews on The Ordinary, Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%?
Its really good, it helped me with rosacea and clogged pores:)
@@martakitaszewska2686 how about redness? hyperpigmenatation?
@@ellelele054 it can be good for acne but not for hyperpigmentation i used ordinary azelaic acid
Stinks if you are sensitive to silicones (especially dimethicone) like me, this made me break out unfortunately. Found a better one without being so silicone heavy - Naturium Azelaic acid is soooo nice and still affordable! The brand is at target now finally!
@@martakitaszewska2686 which products do you use It with?
Thank you. Until watching this video, I really had no idea what azelaic acid could do. Rita
I love Q & A's! I've been curious about products to address dark spots. I appreciate and trust your opinion. There's so much nonsense out there. TY and have a great weekend!
Happy Friday :)
Hi Dr, thank you for this video. Can azelaic acid cause purging?
Hi dr Dray, I started this on Monday!! The foam is amazing and it cleared me pretty fast, I have dry skin just around my jaw, can I moisturize with this. It has really lightened my skin up and fade the hyperpigmentation. I give it 2 thumbs up !! You have to hang in there in the itching. I've seeing results pretty darn fast. I also change my cleanser to the garnier skinactive I love it. I started to juice veggies and all together, I'm pretty happy.
so glad to hear the foam is going well!
Kellian h Can I ask which product is the foam one?
Đoàn Phạm Bảo Trân I'm using finacea 15 percent, it can be $$ I did get a coupon and brought it down to 30 dollars . It is itchy but it subsides after a while.
Dr Dray have you tried the cleanser I talk about ?
Kellian h what cleanser are you even talking about
Azelaic acid really tones down the red of my Rosacea!!
Love these videos! If you get a chance, could you briefly mention in one of your videos anything extra we should be doing for skin that is often in chlorine pools. Thank you.
MiMi Tee Very much yes to this! I’m a swimmer and the chlorine wrecks havoc on my skin, I’ve always wondered what to use face wash & moisturizer wise after swimming.
Thanks for your contents!
I was wondering - is there any scientific review concerning the effects of azelaic acid on FACIAL hair?
Is Azeliac acid the cure for rosacea or is it just something that's temporary? And calms it down.
Never heard of this product till you today in your most recent video I am so excited to try this. Can I mix this with retina 0.1% ? How would I do that? Apply Retina first or Azelaic Acid
Hi dray, have you do a review about tranexamic acid for melasma treatment. Do you think it's effective and safe ? Recently My dermatologist suggest to use tranexamic acid to treat my melasma.
Thank you for this video - very informative and has put my mind at ease.. I’ve noticed that aloe Vera helps my face and redness massively and have been using it daily now.
Hi Dr. Dray,
I am wondering what your opinion would be of this 8% Azelaic acid product by Garden of Wisdom. I have acne & melasma, as well as PIH from acne. Here are the ingredients:
Spring Water
Azelaic Acid
Liposome Base (soy based)
Allantoin
Glycerin
Sclerotium Gum
Leucidal SF
thank you!
Andrea Nehl is like to know this too
Thank you once again for doing another helpful Q&A! As always, I have learnt something useful in every of your skincare Q&As. Have a wonderful weekend Dr Andrea and everyone from the Sunscreen Club! 😆💓
:)
I have rosacea and want to try this- I also use Retin-A at night and wondered how you layer it all? Under the Retin-A? Love your videos, I've learned so much. Thanks for al your effort~
they can be applied together
Freeland Bass do you put Retin a all over your face or spot treatment?
Yes this definitely works! Thank goodness. I’m still in shock but so relieved.
Are you using prescription or over the counter?
hi dr. andrea. your thoughts on The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%? i (think) i have mild rosacea (left side of cheek flushing red patch) and i have been wanting to try this out. And thank you for these videos, they sure help a lot! happy sunday!
@Dr Dray I just wanted to say that I love your videos! I recently discovered your channel and I am absorbing information like a sponge. Thank you!!
Thanks!
I’m confused you recommend glytone in this video. However, in the ordinary final thoughts it’s discouraged. Help! I don’t know if I should buy it
I am blessed with a rosacea/acne/hyperpigmentation trifecta. Would you recommend Differin over the Ordinary 10% Azalaic?
yes
I have acne and used both retin a and azelaic acid from the ordinary. I prefer the ordinary azelaic acid over retin a. It was more gentle and more effective than retin a. What's even better is the cost difference between the two. I paid $120 for a tube of retin a because my insurance refused to pay due to my age. I could care less about the anti-aging benefit my problem was with acne. My dermatologist pushed for this drug claiming it was the most effective. The ordinary azelaic cost me $7.00 and actually worked. I trust and respect doctors because they whole heartedly intend to help the people who come to them seeking treatment. However, I question their eagerness to push for expensive drugs before recommending affordable treatments that may help some individuals. I understand that everyone's skin is different and what may work for one individual may not work for the other but dismissing a brand that could potentially work makes me suspicious. Dr. Dray, I respect your opinions and enjoy watching your videos but you seem to have an issue with any of the ordinary's products. Just because they didn't work for you doesn't mean they're products are not effective.
GoodRx is a great app and website for getting coupons for prescription medications. With GoodRx you may find tretinoin (generic brand of retin A) to be affordable. This comment is completely separate from your experience with azelaic acid. Just wanted to let you know as I recommend this resource to my own patients who find the cost of prescription medications to be a deterrent :)
Megan Wetzel Thank you!
Mia Hilliard Retin A is a prescription only medication - the generic name for it it tretinoin and it is NOT the same thing as retinol or over-the-counter retinoids. It is much stronger. The Ordinary does NOT sell Retin A. Please make sure you know what things are before you give advice - especially on a doctor’s page! (Not saying The Ordinary product did not work for you, just that it is not Retin A)
Thank you for another awaiting video. If we have to take break from azelic acid like hydroquinone.
If we can use both hydroquinone and azelic acid.
Nusrat Sultana hii, im trying to find a product to use when I take a break from hydroquinone 4% melalite forte cream, do you know of any good affordable products ?
I can always rely on you for accurate information. Definitely worth watching
It would be so great to hear an informative video about Vitiligo from you! I have it, and I get questions about it all the time - in the future, I could just direct them to your video!! haha
Agree!
I really appreciate you making this video after my and other viewer’s requests!
Thanks!
Can we use azelaic acid and niacinamide together? And even further, together with that and salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide?
yes. you can use azelaic acid with either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. idk about niacinamide though.
lululuna videos you can!
You can! I've emailed DECIEM in the past about layering their niacinamide and azelaic acid suspension and they said they work well together. Serum first and then creams
Yes, my Curology acne treatment is a mix of azelaic acid and niacinamide. It works for acne. When I don’t use it, the acne comes right back.
I found a Facebook group Deciem and people are active on it all day and give great advice. The Ordinary & Deciem chat group.
I have restarted the Finacea foam again for my rosacea. Everything else has never worked.. thank you for the information! ❤
Thank you for this video. I have been using Finacea for a couple of years and I wondered how safe it was. Question, is it safe to use with benzoyl peroxide?
yes, but increases irritation as both can be irritating
Thank you!
I think this is the only realistic "see your medical provider" disclaimer I've seen until now 👌👍👏
Can you use glycolic and azelaic acid together? I've been using glycolic in the morning and azelaic at night because I'm trying to get rid of scarring but I'm not sure if that's okay at all 🙊
Stephanie Rivera glycolic acid is best used at night because it makes you extra photosensitive.
What’s your opinion of Azelaic Acid combined with tretinoin? I’m wondering if dried my skin out more than just tretinoin? I was using Curology, but stopped because of how dry it was making my skin.
Hey Dr. Dray! Is it ok to use azeleic acid at night time before using Differin and CeraVe PM? Or do you suggest to use it in the morning before using sunscreen?
I have the same question
Great Video!!! Lost of great information... can u use this at the same times as glycolic or retinol?
YES! I've been waiting so long for this one!
:)
Thank you
Thanks. Your videos are quite informative. Can azelaic acid cause permanent discoloration of skin like hydroquinone, if used for long time?
I love azelaic acid for any dark spots!!!thanks for this! Happy weekend!
Happy Friday Ms Julie
Julie Barnes how do you use it dark spots? I got mine Az acid prescription.
Yelen Carino-Talavera I actually spot treat on my hands and use on my entire face
Julie Barnes do you also use tret?
Yelen Carino-Talavera yes Three times a week
The most complete video on the topic. Great.
This is perfect I just recently started using clindamycin and azelaic acid for acne. Having good results so far!
:)
Did it work? How you used them?
Hi Dr Dray, would you say that 10% is enough? Or should I go to a dermatologist for the 20% „strength“? Until now the 10% azelaic Acid suspension from the ordinary is doings wonders for me! Thank you for the amazing videos!
Could you consider reviewing the Trader Joe’s skin care items? Specifically, the hyaluronic acid? I think it’s supposed to be a dupe for the Neutrogena Hydro Boost. Thanks for your videos!
Just went to my dermatologist today. Clean bill of health, no melanoma, yaaaayyyyy! I asked my dermatologist before leaving if there was a topical application for the dark spots on my face, backs of hands and a couple of spots on my arms. He suggested and sent a prescription for the 15% foam you mentioned. My portion of this prescription foam is $239!!!!!! I don’t think so. I have checked out the PCA bar on Amazon you suggested. The majority of the ratings were 83%, 4 and 5 star ratings. I have rosacea also, which azelaic acid treats also. I am way past the acne stage of my life so I am going to watch the rosacea video and see what you recommend in that video as well. Thank you Dr. Dray!
It is expensive, unfortunately. Glad to hear the visit went well
I've been using The Ordinary AA at 10% for a few weeks, and recently moved onto Skinoren (AA 20%). Context: I had rebound post inflammatory erythema caused by Mirvaso (brimonidine) in 2017, and sought out PDL to clear most of the redness. This helped lots. After several full face spot treatments, there are areas where the laser "missed" leaving pockets of faint redness which become scarlet upon applying Skinoren. The Skinoren application tingles and itches slightly for about 30 minutes. After an hour my skin color is settles back down and my face returns to its paler - albeit still blotchy due to PIE - baseline. Can I expect my skin to get used to this 20% formulation of AA over time? I did introduce it slowly and I hope that I can get my face fully back to its pre-Mirvaso baseline.
Wow bro your egetting clear skin! Congrats
I came here after today's How to Use Azelaic Acid + Vlog--- I get hyperpigmented lesions due to UV because of lupus (with sunscreen and UV protective clothing) and your description of it blocking the reaction caused by UV exposure sounded very promising. Has this ever been studied for photosensitive lupus?
Thank you Dr. Dray for a great video, am about to start using azelaic acid and you have answered all of my questions about it! Very informative, thanks again.
happy friday!
Mstoastie R. How is your experience with AZ acid? I’m about to start finacea rx, Any input? Thanks!
Yelen Carino-Talavera I'm actually doing Curology, have you heard of them? Dermatologists use three products specialized for your particular skin care after you've submitted a photo and discussed your issues. I have Melasma so my three ingredients are Tretinoin 0.02%, Azelaic Acid 5%, and Niacinamide 4%. I have no irritation at all and it's still a bit early to see much difference in my skin. I use Hydroquinone in the daytime and use the Curology at night and so far the Melasma is okay. I haven't heard of the one you mentioned, do you suffer from Melasma too?
Mstoastie R. I have heard of them but I have never actually contacted them. I just go to my dermatologist for skin issues and I ask him for meds based on dr. Dray’s suggestions! Lol
@@YT-hs8zb hello i have hyperpigmentation where can i get this curology.i knw dermatologist very expensive plz can u guide me
I'm just about to start a course of Azelaic Acid 15% for acne on my back and shoulders so this video is very helpful. Thank you! 🙃
Thank you for your video. I had a huge pimple on my face about 3 year ago that left a scar. I have an appt. with a Dermatologist next week. Would this product work on decreasing the visibility of the scar? I've been using a men's concealer in the interim. Thank you.
I just got finacea yesterday for my acne which is mostly comedonal. So far it is pretty itchy but not unbearable and it goes away. Let's see how it goes ♥️
:)
Ana R. Did it help at all ?
I wish you had an online service to where we can send you pictures of our skin and you can recommend products to help for a reasonable fee. 🤔👍😘
It's called Curology...
When you see a doctor, they don’t put the effort to spend enough time with patients because they have appointment s schedule 10-15 minutes apart. Not like doing video they have more time.
Apostrophe
I mix mine with ceraVe moisturizing lotion am and pm morning and night.. it has helped with my pustule rosacea and my normal acne as well. I have olive skin tone and have a lot of hyperpigmentation, it is slowly clearing my skin! Love it!!