Naturium Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10% Plus Bioactive Complex & Niacinamide
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: azelaic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“ANTI-AGING, RADIANT SKIN This topical acid contains a high concentration of pure azelaic along with other skin enhancers to improve overall complexion.”
This product contains azelaic acid. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: azelaic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (azelaic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 17 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, lactobacillus ferment.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Azelaic acid~6.5–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is produced by a yeast that lives on normal human skin. It is used in medicine as a topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. It has a mild exfoliating effect. It can also help reduce hyperpigmentation, helps calm down inflammation and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Azelaic acidButylene glycol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideMethylpropanediol~1.7–2%
Pentylene glycol~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolIsostearyl alcohol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isostearyl alcoholC13-15 alkane~0.95–1.2%
Ethylhexyl olivate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl olivateButylene glycol cocoate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Butylene glycol cocoateNiacinamide~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAllantoin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSebacic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl rheum rhaponticum root extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid content
More about Astrocaryum murumuru seed butterGossypium herbaceum seed oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cottonseed oil. It is used as an emollient and occlusive in products. It is rich palmitic, oleic acid, and linoleic fatty acids.
More about Gossypium herbaceum seed oilBidens pilosa extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linum usitatissimum seed oil~0.25–0.5%
Avena sativa kernel extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHydroxyacetophenone~0.25–0.45%
Silica~0.4–0.6%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPanthenyl triacetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin
More about Panthenyl triacetateXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Ethylcellulose~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalane~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Lactobacillus ferment~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Azelaic acid, Butylene glycol, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene glycol, Isostearyl alcohol, C13-15 alkane, Ethylhexyl olivate, Butylene glycol cocoate, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Sebacic acid, Acetyl rheum rhaponticum root extract, Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, Gossypium herbaceum seed oil, Bidens pilosa extract, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Avena sativa kernel extract, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Silica, Benzyl alcohol, Panthenyl triacetate, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Ethylcellulose, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactobacillus ferment, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NaturiumAzelaic Acid Emulsion 10% Plus Bioactive Complex & NiacinamideYOUR PRODUCT | FloslekANTI ACNE 24H System Imperfection correcting cream | First Aid BeautySkin Rescue Oil Free Mattifying Gel | Community Sixty-SixOil Control Moisturizer with Niacinamide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 78% | 78% |
| Price | $19.88 | — | $22.50+$2.62 | $11.99−$7.89 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Marshmallow Root Extract | Ceramide Np | Saccharomyces Ferment |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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