Azelaic Acid (Azelex) Reviews

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Liz, Dallas Oct 3rd, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: nice consistency, no irritation, no refrigeration, no bleaching, no dryness or peeling Cons: a little pricey, but it's worth it Bottom Line: I have tried A LOT of acne medications. This is one of my favorites. I experience no irritation whatsoever and it seems to control my acne better than the topical antibiotics I was using prior. No drug works for everyone, but this has worked very well for me. I will continue to use it. Recommended: Yes Usage: Liz has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 60.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

earthgirl, UK Sep 16th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Doesn't dry the skin out and really works (for me at least!) Cons: Takes a bit of getting used to - it can sting if applied to damp skin or used too frequently. Bottom Line: I LOVE htis product. I have moderate acne and after a month of nightly use it really keeps my spots at bay. I stopped using it last month when I found out I was pregnant and immediately came up with horrible acne. I started it again this week after my doctor told me it was safe and they have already started to clear up - along with a reduction of scars. I know that everyone's skin is different - what works for me may not necessarily work for you - but Azelaic acid is natural, non-drying and has worked where nothing else has on my skin. Give it a go - be patient - only use it at night (any more will cause problems) and be patient!! best wishes Recommended: Yes Usage: earthgirl has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 40.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Vanessa, Sunny, CA Sep 12th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: The only good thing is that it works great under makeup because it gives skin a matte appearance. Cons: Made me break out all across my forehead! There is a burning sensation in the beginning, but it's not that bad. Bottom Line: After reading the great reviews on this site, I was really excited to use it. Within the first few weeks, there was no reduction in pimples, i actually had more! I searched reviews to find out if purging was a side effect but couldn't find anything. I knew there was a problem when i broke out all across the top of my forehead with painful pimples. I went back to my derm after two months of using azelex and he told me to only use azelex in the morning and gave me samples of retin a micro for every other night. In the morning i would wake up and my pimples were dried out and i believe that was 100% because of the retin a micro. I was still getting new pimples though, almost daily. So last week i decided to stop the azelex and continue with the retin a micro and it was an excellent decision...so far. I haven't had any new pimples and my acne scars are fading! Recommended: No Usage: Vanessa has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 90.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Derek, Minnesota Sep 9th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: So far...nothing. After using it with Clenia wash I broke out pretty bad. So I stopped using Clenia, and my acne cleared up a little bit, but i've noticed i'm still breaking out worse then when I didn't use prescriptions at all. Cons: Makes my skin feel greasy and oily, makes me break out worse. Bottom Line: To be honest, I might have to wait a little longer, but i'm disappointed so far. I had very light acne, but after going on Rx it's gotten worse. Supposedly marks are supposed to fade...but I feel like they're worse with this stuff. It also makes my forehead and nose oily/greasy. So far i'm very disappointed. I'm going to give it a week and then if it doesn't help i'm going to switch to using just Clenia. Recommended: No Usage: Derek has used this item for about a week. Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Kristin, Seattle, WA Sep 8th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Works great! I use this at night and Differin in the am and this routine has been for over 10 years. I have still noticed that even with this routine I cannot use a sunscreen during the day on my face without breaking out. I use benz per for this. Cons: The reg cost of this medicine is totally out of control. Thanks for insurance! Itching after I put it on. This has been for 10 years! Bottom Line: I'd like to find something to put on my face that will help me NOT break out if I put on sunscreen (even the non oiliest kind) Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 5.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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Shamil, Boston,Ma Aug 31st, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Works well to get rid of dark spots and pimples Cons: Burns like hell and peels my skin a little, does any have suggestions to avoids burning? Recommended: Yes Usage: Shamil has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 3.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Ashley, Maine Aug 28th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: not harsh on your skin different then all the other acne meds! Cons: i have yet to find any, i wish it came in a bigger container! haha Bottom Line: honestly, this is a miracle worker. I feel beautiful again...I had minimal pimples up until the end of my freshmen year of college, i went home, and all of a sudden i burst out in giant welty acne all over my chin, i felt ugly, and it hurt all the time. My dermatologist recommended this other scary med that has alot of side effects, so i opted for Azelex and some antibiotics, and together it was an instant change! Not only have my big bumps gone away, but the scars are slowly going too!!!! YAYY!!! I occasionally get a big one starting, but i put azelex on, and it goes away! In a matter of days!! Its amazing. it really is.... Recommended: Yes Usage: Ashley has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 15.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

farhana, india Aug 26th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: i am using it from one week i dont see much miracles neither any harshness its good Cons: burning sensation Bottom Line: try it Recommended: Yes Usage: farhana has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 2.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Devin, California Aug 14th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I've only used it for a few days, but it seems to be working well. Cons: I get a bad reaction to benzoyl peroxide, but the small amount in this hasn't created any negative effects yet. Bottom Line: I purchased Skinoren online from a different country which is the same thing as Azelex in the U. S. with 20% Azelaic acid in a topical cream. I've been reading people saying that they're spending upwards of $100 dollars on this. I only payed $24 which included shipping for a 30g tube. Try going to [link removed]>and save some money. Recommended: Yes Usage: Devin has used this item for about a week. Price Paid: 24.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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ABBY, GONZALEZ Aug 4th, 2008 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: IT´S THE GREATEST THING I HAVE EVER TRIED FOR MY FACE IT ACTUALLY WORKS. Cons: IT DOES STING FOR A LITTLE WHILE BUT THEN YOU GET USED TO IT THE REWARDS ARE GREAT Bottom Line: I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING BEFORE AND THIS IS HTE ONLY THING THAT HAS EVER REALLY ACTUALLY WORKED IN SUCH A SHORT TERM. AND I HAD THE SEVERE CYSTIC ACNE TYPE. IT ACTUALLY EVEN HELPS YOU IN DIMINISHING YOUR SCARS AND BROWN SPOTS. EVERYONE SHOULD TRY THIS. EVEN IF YOU DONT HAVE ANY INSURANCE IT IS VERY WELL WORHT OF YOUR PENNIES. Recommended: Yes Usage: ABBY has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 30.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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