Azelex : Azelaic Acid (20%) Cream

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Active Ingredient: Azelaic Acid (20%). Inactive Ingredients: Cetearyl octanoate; glycerin; glyceryl stearate and cetearyl alcohol and cetyl palmitate and cocoglycerides; PEG-5 glyceryl stearate; propylene glycol; and purified water. Benzoic acid is present as a preservative.

Items marked with red have tested a 3 or above (out of 5) in comedogenic (pore-clogging) testing.

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December 29, 2008

Pros:

Works wonders for my inflamed acne, cysts and comedones. Makes skin smooth and matte, bleaches scars and red marks.

Cons:

Stings and itches the first weeks.

Wash face with rich amounts of water ONLY, pat dry, then apply A LOT of the azelaic acid cream. (You might want to start with less, then ramp up the dose). My skin is now smooth and even, no pimples/cysts. Have tried: Differin, topical tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, oral antibiotics, topical antibiotics. Azelaic acid beats them all in my experience.
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September 10, 2008

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.

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.
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August 29, 2008

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

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....
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August 27, 2008

Pros:

i am using it from one week i dont see much miracles neither any harshness its good

Cons:

burning sensation

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August 14, 2008

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.

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.
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July 2, 2008

Pros:

Worked well for acne scars, and wearable under makeup. Didn't make my face oily like clindamycin. Definitely noticeable decrease in breakouts.

Cons:

Does dryout skin a bit and definitely does make the sensitive areas of my face itch like crazy, but the results are worth it.

I have dual prescription coverage so I try a lot of different remedies for my acne, I really liked the azelex because it helped my oil control as well as the acne and acne scars. it may be expensive if you don't have good insurance but I think it's worth it.
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June 25, 2008

Pros:

Works WONDERFULLY at reducing acne; no side effects for me; started working in two weeks; reduces redness and inflammation

Cons:

Pimples already there have to clear up on their own (finacea won't help)

I love Finacea. I am sensitive to antibiotics and my derm wanted to try this before we went to a topical antibiotic. 12 weeks later, she was very pleased with the condition of my skin and said I didn't need a topical antibiotic. I still break out, but nowhere near what I was (and the pimples are not severe like before). My skin is much smoother and calmer. Also, I've had basically no side effects. I use it with Retin-A and have been pleased. My dermatologist thinks it will keep getting better now.
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May 3, 2008

Pros:

Finacea gel is a miracle so far! Have used it for 3 weeks now and have not had a major breakout since. Red spots are also fading quickly!

Cons:

None really, just a little bit of tingling after application. Not bothersome at all.

This product is absolutley wonderful! I am 29, and I just went to the Dermatologist for the first time 3 weeks ago for mild acne and redness/scarring from previous acne. She prescribed Finacea gel on affected areas at night, and Duac gel for spot control in the morning. I have tried a lot of OTC products for acne and none have worked as well as Finacea. I am so glad I went and got something that worked! I am looking forward to having a beautiful complexion once again, like I had back in college!
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March 17, 2008

Pros:

finecea 15% has done wonders compared to azelex acid 20%

Cons:

none yet

odorless, stainless, has worked wonders
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February 29, 2008

Pros:

Works very well in a short period of time. I have been impressed with the product. My skin is not dried out or peeling.

Cons:

Price; there is some itching when you first apply the med, but this does go away with time.

I had an event coming up that I wanted to get clear for...Azelex has worked wonders. Were it not for the dark spots my acne leaves behind (which Azelex is helping with, too) I would be ready to throw out all my foundation. My skin looks great.
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