Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum

Anua

Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum

face serum

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
48%
Combination (dry)
48%
Balanced
77%
Combination (oily)
93%
Oily
93%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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Soothe redness and calm troubled skin with the Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum. This lightweight, watery serum is packed with azelaic acid, panthenol, aloe juice, and centella extract to target acne, rosacea, and irritation while providing deep hydration. Niacinamide works to fade hyperpigmentation, while hyaluronic acid locks in moisture for a plump, healthy complexion. With a low-irritation formula, this serum gently soothes redness caused by dryness, leaving your skin refreshed, balanced, and glowing.

Key Insights

Benefits

7
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Dark Spot Fading
Hydration
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

4
Ceramides Hyaluronic acid Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

About Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum

Overview

Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum is a watery-light serum from Anua, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration and soothing. The ingredient list runs to 35 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as very light — essentially a water-and-humectant base with little emollient weight. With almost no emollient load it should absorb quickly and finish close to matte. Hydration is handled by Panthenol, Betaine Salicylate and Glycerin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Panthenol, Betaine Salicylate, Glycerin and Ethylhexylglycerin.

Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Panthenol, Allantoin, Beta-glucan and Centella Asiatica Extract.

Barrier support: Moderate. Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity, and here that comes from Panthenol, Niacinamide, Madecassoside and Squalane.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after toner, before moisturiser. Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer. Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • Several soothing ingredients
  • No common irritants flagged in the list
  • No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

May suit

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 15 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 12 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 12 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Anti-Acne 2 ingredients

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Dark Spot Fading 2 ingredients

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 1 ingredient

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

Does not target

Blackhead Reducing Evens Skin Tone Oil Control

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Propane-1,2-diol

Hydration
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Nonanedioic acid

Anti-Acne Dark Spot Fading Smooths Bumpy Skin

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid

Anti-Acne

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymer of α-L-fucose-1|->|3-α- D-galactose-1|->|3-α-D-galacturonic acid trisaccharides

Hydration Soothing

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

.alpha.-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3.beta.,20.beta.)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-.beta.-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, dipotassium salt

Soothing Dark Spot Fading

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Moderate

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing High

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Low

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (4)

Supporting ingredients (31)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Water Disodium Azelate Propylene Glycol Dipropylene Glycol 1,2-hexanediol Azelaic Acid Hydroxyethylcellulose Betaine Salicylate Glycerin Biosaccharide Gum-1 Ethylhexylglycerin Allantoin Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Beta-glucan Centella Asiatica Extract Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract Centella Asiatica Root Extract Madecassoside Asiaticoside Asiatic Acid Madecassic Acid Squalane Zinc PCA Butylene Glycol Pentylene Glycol Caprylyl/capryl Glucoside Hydrogenated Lecithin

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Treat" step.

  • Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer.
  • Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 35 ingredients on the label.

7
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

6
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

6
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

4
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

3
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

3
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

2
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

2
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

1
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

1
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

1
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Water Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
2 Disodium Azelate Texture agent
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Nonanedioic acid, disodium

3 Propylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Propane-1,2-diol

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Archives of Dermatological Research, November 2019, pages 337-352
  • Critical Reviews in Toxicology, April 2013, pages 363-390
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September-October 2012, pages 245S-260S
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Physiology, 2001, pages 72-81
4 Dipropylene Glycol Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

5th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

6 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
7 Azelaic Acid pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Nonanedioic acid

Anti-Acne Dark Spot Fading Smooths Bumpy Skin
8 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, March 2017, pages 35-42
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, March 2017, pages 37-40
  • Advanced Biomedical Research, February 2017, ePublication
  • Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, October 2016, pages 771-775
  • Skin Therapy Letter, January 2016, pages 1-7
  • Cutis, January 2016, pages E9-E11
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2015, pages 964-968
  • International Journal of Toxicology, August 2012, pages 1-72
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Preservative

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid

Anti-Acne
7 scientific references
  • Skin Purging vs Breakout – What Does Skin Purging Look Like?
  • What to Do When You Have Acne and Dry Skin
  • How to Minimize the Look of Post-Acne Marks
  • How to Manage Dehydrated, Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
  • Help for Breakouts on the Hairline and Scalp
  • The Best Ways to Treat Acne and Sensitive Skin
  • Say Goodbye to Body Acne
10 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymer of α-L-fucose-1|->|3-α- D-galactose-1|->|3-α-D-galacturonic acid trisaccharides

Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
13 Allantoin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Soothing

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • Chemistry Series, March 2020, pages 7-21
  • Molecules, June 2019, pages 1-33
  • European Journal of Pharmacology, February 2018, pages 68-78
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, June 2017, Volume 76, Issue 2, Supplement 1
  • Pharmacognosy Review, Volume 5, July-December 2011
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2010, Supplement, pages 84S-97S
  • Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, October 2008, ePublication
  • https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?CFRPart=347&showFR=1
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

.alpha.-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3.beta.,20.beta.)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-.beta.-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, dipotassium salt

Soothing Dark Spot Fading
8 scientific references
  • How to Care for Red, Sensitive Skin
  • 7 Best Products for Sensitive Skin
  • Skincare Tips for Calming Redness
  • Skin-Soothing Ingredients
  • How the Paula’s Choice CALM Collection Works
  • The Best Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin
  • The Best Ways to Treat Acne and Sensitive Skin
  • Skin Care for Extremely Dry, Sensitive Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water is an aqueous solution of the odoriferous principles of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und Verwandte Gebiete, December 2017, pages 987-993
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2014, pages 277-287
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2012, pages 20-23
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July-December 2012, pages 253-258
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2011, pages 990-1000
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Neem Tree, Melia Azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
19 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae

Soothing Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Journal of Food Science and Technology, April 2021, pages 1, 217–1, 226
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, June 2020, pages 1-14
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, April 2020, pages 299-308
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2007, pages 1-50
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains

Soothing Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2018, pages 1, 101-1, 107
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, September 2017, pages 1-48
  • Phytotherapy Research, February 2014, pages 159-166
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-52
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, February 2007, pages 167-170
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2005, page 292
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Soothing, Surfactant, Plant extract

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Soothing Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Phytomedicine, April 2018, pages 110–119
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2017, pages 311–315
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan-Feb 2016, pages 27–33
  • Postepy Dermatologii I, February 2013, pages 46–49
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2010, pages 546–556
  • Scientific Reports, June 2021, ePublication
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Centella Asiatica Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

25 Madecassoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

O-6-Deoxy-α-L-mannopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→6)-β-D-glucopyranosyl (2α,3β,4α,6β)-2,3,6,23-tetrahydroxyurs-12-en-28-oate

Anti-Aging Soothing
26 Asiaticoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urs-12-en-28-oic acid, 2,3,23-trihydroxy-, O-6-deoxy-alpha-L-mannopyranosyl-(1->4)-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-(1->6)-beta-D-glucopyranosyl ester (2alpha, 3beta, 4alpha)-

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

(2.alpha.,3.beta.,4.alpha.)-2,3,23-Trihydroxyurs-12-en-28-oic acid

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urs-12-en-28-oic acid, 2,3,6,23-tetrahydroxy-, (2alpha,3beta,4alpha,6beta)-

Anti-Aging Soothing
29 Squalane Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane

Hydration Anti-Aging
9 scientific references
  • Cosmetics Ingredient Review, 2019, ePublication
  • ACS Open, July 2017, pages 3, 989–3, 996
  • Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2016, pages 279-297
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, June 2014, pages 25-32
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2013, pages 59-66
  • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 2012, pages 223-233
  • Molecules, January 2009, pages 540-554
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2006, pages 2, 430-2, 437
  • Free Radical Research, April 2002, pages 471-477
30 Zinc PCA Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Proline, 5-oxo-, zinc salt

Hydration
31 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/pentylene-glycol/
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, July 2017, pages 106-111
  • Prospector, June 2015, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, October 2012, pages 147S-168S
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, decyl octyl glycosides

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Nanocosmetics, June 2019, pages 95–140
  • Current Drug Delivery, 2016, pages 111–120
  • Pharmaceutical Research, February 2013, pages 538–55
35 Ceramide NP Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ceramide NP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Octadecanamide,Stearoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine

Hydration Anti-Aging
11 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, August 2019, pages 1-15
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2016, pages 135-147
  • Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, October 2014, pages 2473-2483
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, July 2014, pages 177-184
  • Journal of Lipid Research, July 2008, pages 1, 466-1, 476
  • Journal of Lipid Research, September 2007, pages 1936-1943
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2003, pages 107-129
  • Contact Dermatitis, June 2002, pages 331-338
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1, 126-1, 136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, September-October 2001, pages 261-271

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

WATER, DISODIUM AZELATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PANTHENOL, AZELAIC ACID, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, BETAINE SALICYLATE, GLYCERIN, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ALLANTOIN, DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF WATER, SODIUM HYALURONATE, MELIA AZADIRACHTA FLOWER EXTRACT, NIACINAMIDE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, BETA-GLUCAN, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA ROOT EXTRACT, MADECASSOSIDE, ASIATICOSIDE, ASIATIC ACID, MADECASSIC ACID, SQUALANE, ZINC PCA, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, CERAMIDE NP.

What are the active ingredients in Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

PANTHENOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, NIACINAMIDE, CERAMIDE NP.

How do I use Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

Apply 1–2 times a week and gradually increase the frequency to up to twice a day. Use 1-2 drops per use to begin; up to 5 drops can be used. Apply an adequate amount of a toner and moisturizer, avoiding the eye and mouth areas. Gently pat into the skin to aid in absorption. If used during the day, be sure to pair it with SPF 30 or higher.

What skin types is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum fungal acne safe?

No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.

Can I use Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

Use it morning and evening, after toner, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum have?

It lists 35 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum?

Anua, a brand based in Korea.

Brand
Anua
Country
Korea

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