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Azelaic Acid Gel.

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Gel
Serums

About this product

A treatment gel formulated with azelaic acid, designed to calm redness and address uneven pigmentation.

Guru Score

83%

Approved

Early verdict · Few reviews so far
2Gurus
2Approved
0Mixed
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What they liked

  • Calms redness
  • Helps with pigmentation
  • Affordable

What they flagged

    Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.

    What the gurus are saying

    This gel tackles both redness and pigmentation at once, delivering a combination that makes it distinct from single-action treatments. According to clinical studies, the 15% gel formulation outperforms the 20% cream version, which is why those reviewing it prefer the gel format. Throw in the affordable price, and it's a solid option for anyone with reactive or uneven skin.
    Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take December 2023

    Type

    SerumsGel

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    What the gurus are saying.

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    Cassandra Bankson
    Cassandra Bankson
    2.45M subs
    ✓Approved
    "Inexpensive affordable and effective is a dine gel so good uh it's in a retinoid family"
    Dr. Shereene Idriss
    Dr. Shereene Idriss
    1.72M subs
    ✓Approved
    "Azelaic acid helps with both redness and pigmentation. I actually prefer the 15 percent gel over the 20 percent cream as it has been proven in studies to be more effective."

    Frequently asked.

    What is The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Gel?

    A treatment gel formulated with azelaic acid, designed to calm redness and address uneven pigmentation.

    Is The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Gel worth it?

    Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 83%.

    What is The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Gel's Guru Score?

    The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Gel holds a Guru Score of 83%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

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