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AZELAIC ACID - how to layer in your routine | it FIXED my ROSACEA !!
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- čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
- Azelaic acid has been a GAME CHANGER for my skin; supporting my rosacea, and inflammatory skin in a way that no other ingredient has.
The question I most often receive is how to layer azelaic acid in my skincare routines? This video will give you my morning and evening skincare routines, and where I put azelaic acid in each.
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* The Ordinary - Glycolic Acid Toning Solution 7% (I use it as deodorant instead of on my face ;)
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** Colleeen Rothschild - Radiant cleansing balm
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* Aveeno - Calm & Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser
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** Regimen Lab - C.R.E.A.M. 2 (use code CHRISTA for 15% off)
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* Paula's Choice - 10% Azelaic acid booster
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** Murad - Retinal Resculpt Overnight Treatment
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Taking care of your skin, and knowing the products that will help you target your skin issues or concerns are an essential part of any skincare routine. Both the Facetheory and Geek and Gorgeous products are formulated to work for a variety of skin types including sensitive skin.
Taking good care of your skin does not require a lot of products + a lot of expense. I prefer to keep my routines minimal, and focus on what my skin needs at any given moment in time.
Subscribe to my channel to stay informed about minimalist skincare, and how to achieve your skincare goals whether you have combination skin, dry skin, oily skin, acne-prone skin, rosacea-prone skin, or aging skin. My goal is to educate you on simple ways to bring balance to your skin. DISCLAIMER: This video is not meant to replace professional advice from a doctor or a dermatologist, it is simply my own experience.
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About me:
I have been through a lot of trial and error to find simple skincare routines that work best for my sensitive, combination, aging skin. I am a skincare enthusiast with a Bachelor of Science degree + a Masters degree, and I simply want to apply my expertise in education and science to my passion i.e. beauty + skincare! I hope you enjoy my approach.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Benefits of azelaic acid
3:00 Morning skincare routine
5:52 Azelaic acid side effects
6:40 Evening skincare routine
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Good morning everyone! Today's video is near and dear to me, because I simply cannot express how azelaic acid has helped my skin. I can't wait to read your thoughts/opinions below, and if you are comfortable sharing your own skin experiences - I know it will help others! Be sure to watch this video on how to get clear & glowing skin in case you missed it: czcams.com/video/nO3q9vUf6-U/video.html
Do you wait a bit for the 15% AA to dry before applying moisturizer?
I do yes, because AA can pill depending on the formulation :) @@kjc035
What helped me with rosacea while having an anti-aging routine is to wait around 20 minutes after washing my face and then go with other products. It really decreased irritation. I started investigating different forms of Vitamin C and went for more stable and delicate ones that are better for rosacea skin than pure ascorbic acid that can be highly irritating. I use serum with 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside combined with raspberry ketones. I can do retinal every night without issues - I will double cleanse, put hydrating serum mixed with peptides, azelaic acid 15%, retinal + heavier moistruiser :) For morning it would be splash of water + hydrating serum (skin79 water biome ampoule) + vitamin c serum + peptides (mary & may 6 peptide complex serum) + azelaic 15%/geek&gorgeous apad (depanding how my skin is doing) + sunscreen.
Thank you so much for sharing all of this great information and your skincare routines! Very helpful, and I haven't tried waiting as long as 20 minutes after cleansing - so will definitely try!
I suffered from rosacea for months before I knew that’s what I had. Rosiver (Soolantra in the USA) changed my skin. It’s expensive, but one 60g tube lasts me over 6 months. I have had no rosacea flares since 2021 and when I realised I could, reduced to using only 1-3 x / week. Highly recommend for rosacea!
It’s expensive in Canada too, but it does nothing help to my Rocesea for years, but my doc said it’s best prescription cream I could get in BC…😢
I’m sorry you’ve had no luck with it. If it does nothing to help your rosacea, maybe you should try other treatments. Have you tried Finacea / azalaic acid? I will pray you find something that helps you! I fully know how horrible it is to manage it when nothing is helping!
Late to this video, but I wanted to chime in about my own retinoid frequency. I've used retinoids over three years now, and, like you, every time I try going every day, it just doesn't work out for me. That made me reluctant to even try Tret, but I finally dipped my toe in at 0.025%, and you know what? It's FINE. I've actually had ZERO irritation, ZERO purging, ZERO anything except better results. Maybe that's because I got my skin going so long with OTC retinol, I don't know. I started off twice a week for two weeks, then three times, then every other day, which is where I am currently and plan to stay. Bye, non-Tret retinols! Eventually, I may try to go to 0.05% strength; we'll see. I always do an ultra-hydrating routine, with or without Tret, and yes, I do use azelaic acid with it. I had been using Peach Slices, but now I'm trying the 14% Azelaic Acid Booster from Isomers and I really like it so far.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences! Very similar to mine, years of OTC retinoids, with the last year quite focused on retinal; then... finally starting tret which I never could have imagined years ago.
I haven't tried Isomers - thank for the recommendation!
Hello Christa! Thank you for such a fantastic video! Over the last year, my rosacea has become more reactive, and I have had to prioritize my skin barrier health and decrease my usage of tretinoin. I had been using Paula’s Choice Azelaic Acid Boost, but I began to experience an unpleasant tingle, so I decided to try The Inky List’s Azelaic Acid, and thank goodness the tingle has gone away, but I’ve found if my sunscreen or base makeup is too emollient then things can begin to pill. Sigh, the struggles of finding a great skincare routine, LOL! Happy Sunday; I hope you have a fabulous week!
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences! I love the Inkey List azelaic acid too :). The struggles of pilling are real, I try to let each layer of my routine dry down in between steps, and then mist if I need to apply something to damp skin - but... in the AM that is tricky because of time!
Sometimes skincare can pill it’s bc you are mixing water/aqua based products with oil/cream products
Dermalmd Rosacea Serum has been a lifesaver for my rosacea-prone skin. It has reduced redness and inflammation, giving me a more even complexion.
Thanks for the recommendation!!
I'm experiencing a bit of perioral dermatitis so turned to a 10% azelaic acid emulsion, which also contains a little niacinamide and salicylic acid, after ruling out a fungal cause. Using it once a day during sleep hours under a non-reactive moisturizer or squalene, and it's stopped the dermatitis in its tracks. Unsure what triggered the dermatitis (suspect it's hormonal + weather exacerbated) but paring back my skin care routine and adding azelaic acid has certainly been helpful.
So happy i live in Italy and you can buy azelaic acid without prescription in every pharmacy
That is amazing! Thanks for sharing :)
Another terrific video beautiful Christa! I cannot tell you enough how gorgeous and radiant your skin looks! Stunning! This video came right on time as I've been looking for an azelaic acid product. I was using the derivative from Geek & Gorgeous but I ran out. I'll look into the Paula's Choice product while waiting to see my dermatologist to get a prescription. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and recommendations with us! Have a fabulous day and week ahead! 😘❤
Thanks Mimi - let us know which one you end up going with. The Paula's choice one has been really great for me :). I love that for my prescription - it is covered by my health benefits through work, so definitely the cheapest option for me (but also has rendered the best results) :)
Have a great week!
Thank You Miss Christa very informative explanation, for 10 years my problem melasma , I tried many’s time of product, also taking some pills but it works not totally, now I discovered the ordinary product which’s good for me. First ascorbic acid 8% appha arbutin 2%. Wait 15 minutes next niacinamde 10% , wait 15 minutes, next Retinol serum wait 40 minutes last Azelaic Acid , twice a day my routine applying my Face . All i can say it works for me , maybe the others doesn’t not work because sensitive skin .
Thanks Christa- highly informative and helpful!! I consulted an online physician called “NURX”- sent face photos & was prescribed 15% Azelaic acid. I love it- but your video reinforces my confidence. I will continue my journey to healthy skin barrier. PS - I’m seeing that eating more green cabbage, & celery juicing support my micro biome and skin. Also am using oil of oregano internally and a product called “Solaris” internally to deal with gut parasites I might have picked up in Egypt March 2023 ( along with too much sun and heat despite my hat- hence the rosacea flare up). Thanks again ❤
I definitely believe there are so many contributing factors i.e. diet, stress levels to my rosacea as well. So happy to hear the AA is working for you! Thanks for the other tips too 🥰
I have the same tube prescribed and thanks for your videos trying it to use it again by applying in mornings after toner and face cream since my skin is flashing if applied strait to clean dried skin in the mornings and evenings . After a long 2 years break , I starting again . Today is day 3 , I having big hopes with my rosacea help since I still on adapalene at night .
Thanks for sharing!!
Hello! Thank you for sharing this routine with us. I will definitely start by trying out Paula’s Choice. I have noticed that the simpler my routine is the happier my skin is. You mentioned a face oil that you use, may I ask what oil it is? Thank you!
My insurance company decided they would no longer cover azelaic they now consider azelaic "cosmetic" not medical!! So I was on the hunt for a good azelaic acid because I cannot go without this for my rosacea. I finally found Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 20% Cream (they have a 15% also) and OMG!! Just as good as my prescription and does not pill! Does not dry me out!! They added ceramides, squalane and glycerin. Price is good for me too way better than the $100 pharmacy would charge me plus I found a youtuber (Dr. Alexis Stephens) that has discount codes so I'm sold and will never look back!
Thank you so much for sharing! The drawback of the prescription AA is most definitely its texture and application. I will check this out as well :)
Looking forward to your thoughts@@ChristaEvelyn
Thanks so much for sharing. I just placed my order 🙏🏾
Looking forward to your opinion@@reeseew5508
In which country do you have to pay for prescroption medicine yourself???
I got dry flaky skin from The Ordinary azelaic acid and Timeless 20% ascorbic acid. However, I don't have a problem with the azelaic acid in my Agency formulas.
Thank you for sharing! Are you combining Agency with Timeless as well?
@@ChristaEvelyn I no longer use Timeless. It didn’t agree with my skin.
Thank you so much ! Can I put Azelaic acid on my lips when I put it on my face or do I have to be carefull not to put it on my lips ? Thank you.
So, how I could exfoliate my skin? I do have a mild case of rosacea with acne prone. I’m using azelaic acid 15% prescription at night pair with vitamin C
In the morning I washed my face to remove what I applied at night then I use azelaic acid 10% non-prescription then I layer a facial serum plus my sunblock……but I need to exfoliate my dry skin
What can you suggest about exfoliating? Thx.
I can use Retinal daily, and my skin seems to really like it. (I even use salicylic every other day, which my skin also really likes, and in the same routine as retinal.)
I use my azelaic acid in the morning, and I've seen amazing results! I definitely recommend everyone who has rosacea to try azelaic acid at least once.
I've thought about trying to go up to using it two times a day but I haven't had the guts to try yet, though this video is making me think about it, lol. (When I get irritation it normally hits fast and hard, so I'm cautious of switching around my actives in my routine, and of new products that contain an active.) I'm one of those people who did have a little bit of that biting-feeling irritation that azelaic can cause initially, so if I try I'll definitely do it slowly.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! I am a big fan of "if it isn't broke don't fix it" ;)
Sounds like this routine is working for you, so keep going with it!
Have a great week
How many days a week do you use a retinoid? Right now I can only do 2 nights a week without it affecting my skin barrier and my rosacea. I also do a BHA once a week but I give my skin atleast one day of repair in between
Can I layer azelaic acid with peptides.Plz let me know.
I do!
Please which one should go first between the theramid azid and theramid clinical vitamin a serum in my routine. I want to combine both but I don't know the one to go first because I don't know if I should do it according to pH or the oil çontent. Thank you very much.
Have you ever considered that foods likecows milk and the strong hormones in it can eccfect your skin?
Growth hormones for newborns of another spezies
Certainly possible! I can’t say I know enough about the relation between the two- but would love to see some research on it!
What AHA and BHA products are you using? What is the concentration of them?
What kind of face oil do you use? I don’t see a product with “face oil” in the description and I don’t really know enough about it to be able to identify it by another name. Many thanks!
I tried to use azelaic acid again for my rosacea bumps and acne. the brand is called ACM Azeane with 15% Azelaic acid.. I've used it for 2 weeks now but stopped because I keep breaking out, like a real acne breakout with puss.. (too tmi i know) I was just wondering if that happened to you too when you first started using Azelaic acid???
You started with a really strong percentage azelaic acid. I would recommend starting with a 5 or 10% one and using it every other day to start with. Good luck!
I just started using rx azelaic acid ~1 week ago..I have started breaking out .. but prob just “cleaning” & pushing all the gunk out of my face? Hoping it works for me! I have redness/ dryness/ rough skin / acne scares & large pores
Thank you please can you share your face oils. I’m using castor oil mixed with jojoba oil and drop frankincense oil.
Do you think castor oil can help the skin barrier?
Hey! Great video!!
Should azelaic acid be used on dry or damp skin?
I apply to dry skin :)
Hi. I’m on a prescription with tretinoin, vitamin C, kojic acid, hydroquinone, hyaluronic acid and hydrocortisone. I have melisma and some rosacea. My skin is not really affected by this prescription but really I have not seen any improvement either. Before I started the prescription I used over the counter retinol and azelalic acid. I’m thinking about adding the azelalic acid back in my nighttime routine. Because I wear makeup I keep my morning routine simple with moisturizer, primer, sunscreen and some makeup. I have pores so the makeup helps conceal them and makes my melisma less noticeable. I’m hoping getting back on the azelalic acid helps me too. I wonder if you tried a prescription with the hydrocortisone in it if it would help with the irritation?
Thanks so much for sharing your experience and products! I have not yet tried a prescription with hydrocortisone, thankfully - seem to be having really good results with prescription AA, and just recently introduced a prescription tret!
Great video❣️ thanks❤️
You’re welcome 😊❣️
I appreciate the great information that you provide to all of us! I absolutely love the set of three crystal accessories in the background of this video!!! Would you please let me know where I can purchase a set? Thank You!
Actually I can't! Those three are jewelry holders that my grandmother gave me, so estimating their age to be over 50 years old!! So happy that you find them beautiful, I do too, and of course they are a constant reminder to me of her 💞
@@ChristaEvelyn 😊 Thank you so much for replying. I knew they were special when I saw them. How fortunate you are to have such beautiful keepsakes to remind you of someone so special! 🌹❤️🌹
I’ve never had a problem with my retinoid or salicylic acid. I wanted to add azelaic acid to reduce the redness from rosacea; however, I’ve been using the Peach Slices one for about a month now, and every time I use it, my face burns and turns very red. Should I give up? Will this improve over time?
Anything that burns/turns red is an indication for me that it isn't working for you. Have you tried it on its own? It could be perhaps the combination of the AA with other things in your routine?
For the Paulas Choice one, do you use that in the day too? It has some BHA so I'm wondering if it should be avoided in the day and only use it at night.
I have had no issue using it during the day (of course with a daily sunscreen) :)
@@ChristaEvelyn Thanks!
Hi, my understanding is that BHAs don't have the same sun-sensitivity issues as AHAs.
Thank you for this information - can I ask what kind of remover do you use to take off mascara and I'm not sure if rosacea is the reason but when there is brow hair loss, how can this be managed?
@@ChristaEvelyn Thank you - I will look through these. I really want to take care of my lashes as well
Great video! Just started using Geek & Gorgeous aPad and haven't had any issues. New subscriber and now I need to find out what face oils you use 💜
I love aPad too! I have a full video on face oils here :)
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@@ChristaEvelyn Thank you! I have been watching other videos, great content!
@@kimvillasenor3 Thanks so much :)
I’m unable to use Vitamin C or any retinol. I use a retinol alternative. I have extremely sensitive skin. I use Paula’s Choice Azaleic Acid. I only use it at night for now.
Thanks for sharing! There are definitely others in the same situation. Not worth compromising your skin barrier with things that are too strong for you
I use azelaic acid 20% daily at night...for last 4 days..
My symptoms are apparently suppressed but get some tingling sensation after application
Should I use it twice daily???
PLEASE READ: Today I had to stay for 6 hours in the hospital because of azelaic acid. After 10 days of use due to Rosaceae, my face, my eyesight, tongue and throat were swollen with strange pressure on my throat and on my chin. I had already noticed that my face was purging in the first 10 days, but I continued to use it after having seen the dermatologist for a double check. In the last two days my face started to get puffy. This morning at 04h30 AM I woke up half choking and with swollen eyes. I used Skinoren, 20% azelaic acid. At the hospital the nurse told me that she had seen more cases of reactions to azelaic acid. It triggered histamine upon renewing the deep skin tissue. This product can be dangerous. I will never ever come even near it.
is it safe to use 10% azelaic after a salicylic water cleanser?
the cleanser is such an important part in my skin care routine, especially since I also suffer from closed comedones
Yes - just test it a few times per/week to start to be sure your skin can tolerate, but there shouldn't be any problem :)
I dont use any serums etc in my skincare routing, is it possible to apply azelaic acid directly onto the skin first and then moisturiser?
Yes!
I started using Paulas Choice, it has been 3 days and I use it once a day. I am excited!!
That is great! I love the formulation 💛
@@ChristaEvelynShould I wait for a while to apply my mousturizer after I applied my azelaic acid?
@@denizbeytekin9853 In the AM I do, just because I find my products can sometimes pill under makeup, so I give time between each step. In the PM I am less worried about it, so I basically let the product sink in, and then on to the next step :)
I use adapalene and moisturizer then azelaic acid 20% my skin looks nice. I use this fory acne but skin is getting healthy
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! So happy that you are getting healthy skin now :)
does vitamin c always need to be applied before azelaic acid and not the other way around?
I really don’t think it matters. I apply my products based on consistency (thinnest - thickest consistency), but also make exceptions. My prescription AA is quite thick vs my preferred vit c is very watery.
Do you haveca video with different daily routines? I have a bunch of products & not sure what to pair together. For instance, subQSkin, lactic acid, discoloration serum, azelaic, retinol, argeriline.
Sometimes CZcams is funny about links in the comments, but here is my video on skincare to pair together: czcams.com/video/z40Gd6l_XTY/video.html Hope this helps!
Would you recommend doing the azeliac acid gel first or tretinoin cream first when using at the same time?
I would check with your dr who prescribed your tret, but I do AA first, then my retinoid :)
@@ChristaEvelyn ok awesome I'll be sure to ask =) thank you!
Did you know they found that if your face is sensitive to sun then it could mean you are in need of niacin?
So do you think the derivative in Geek/Gorgeous APAD is strong enough to make a dent in the redness?
I have used 2 full bottles of A-pad, and for me - it definitely helped :)
do you cleanse with water only in the mornings even if you used retinoids at night? i love using just water to cleanse, but recently i started using retinoids every night and i’m nervous to not use a cleanser
I clearly remember Dr. Dray saying in one of her videos that it made absolutely no difference if you use a retinoid at night. I trust her advice completely, so a water cleanse for me even the days I use a retinoid at night :)
This is anecdotal, but if your retinol cream that you use at night has chemical exfoliants (BHA, AHA), like mine does, it makes sense to use a cleanser in the morning to get them all out. I've noticed that if I don't use my cleanser in the morning, and just rinse with water, my skin feels irritated the whole day.
Can i use ascobic acid 8% + alpha arbutin 2% and azelic acid suspension 10% together?
Yes! I always test things out separately first to be sure my skin tolerates them, and then try layering them together :)
How to apply azelaic acid
Apply to dry skin after cleansing and before moisturizer.
I have rosacea and derms have been trying to get me onto Azelaic Acid but concentrations of 15%+ tingle and sting so much that I always give up on it. Now I've been testing out azeloglycine but still am not sure if it does anything.
On other notes, I'm able to use tret every night (0,025) and red wine and sun exposure are definite triggers for me too :(
Thank you for sharing! Have you tried lower concentrations of azelaic acid from over-the-counter products?
PLEASE READ: Today I had to stay for 6 hours in the hospital because of azelaic acid. After 10 days of use due to Rosaceae, my face, my eyesight, tongue and throat were swollen with strange pressure on my throat and on my chin. I had already noticed that my face was purging in the first 10 days, but I continued to use it after having seen the dermatologist for a double check. In the last two days my face started to get puffy. This morning at 04h30 AM I woke up half choking and with swollen eyes. I used Skinoren, 20% azelaic acid. At the hospital the nurse told me that she had seen more cases of reactions to azelaic acid. It triggered histamine upon renewing the deep skin tissue. This product can be dangerous. I will never ever come even near it.
Yes!
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Is azelic acid safe to use while breastfeeding?
I would check with your medical professional 🤍
PLEASE READ: Today I had to stay for 6 hours in the hospital because of azelaic acid. After 10 days of use due to Rosaceae, my face, my eyesight, tongue and throat were swollen with strange pressure on my throat and on my chin. I had already noticed that my face was purging in the first 10 days, but I continued to use it after having seen the dermatologist for a double check. In the last two days my face started to get puffy. This morning at 04h30 AM I woke up half choking and with swollen eyes. I used Skinoren, 20% azelaic acid. At the hospital the nurse told me that she had seen more cases of reactions to azelaic acid. It triggered histamine upon renewing the deep skin tissue. This product can be dangerous. I will never ever come even near it.
Is this as good as c vitamin?
It is used for different reasons. AA works to reduce inflammation, and can assist with clearing out the pores in turn leading to less acne, whereas vitamin c focuses on collagen production, brightening the skin and acts as a protector from environmental stressors (because it is an antioxidant). So depending on your skin needs - there is a place for both!
I use tretinoin.1% every night I’m 29 I started tretinoin when I was 14 tho
Thank you so much for sharing!
Lots of products to use😢
Finding it hard to fit all into 7days
I hear you - some days I feel the same. At the end of the day cleansing, moisturizer and a sunscreen in the AM is really all we need isn't it?
Can’t really afford a beauty routine. Although I could stop eating….🤔
Nooooo... keep eating! Can you imagine a life without chocolate 😉
But seriously, I wash my face with water only in the morning, and you could get away with a daily sunscreen and that is it. Easy, cheap AM routine :)