The Ordinary Azelaic Acid 10% Cream

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%

A multifunctional brightening cream that targets acne, hyperpigmentation, uneven texture, and redness simultaneously. This concentrated formula contains 10% azelaic acid in a lightweight cream-gel suspension that brightens skin tone, reduces blemishes, and improves clarity. Exceptionally gentle yet highly effective, making it suitable for even sensitive skin.

Key Benefits

1. Fades post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation
2. Reduces active acne and prevents new breakouts
3. Evens out skin tone and brightens complexion
4. Diminishes redness and rosacea symptoms
5. Improves skin texture and smoothness
6. Gentle enough for sensitive skin
7. Can be used morning and evening
8. Non-photosensitizing and safe for daytime use

How to Use

Use morning and/or evening after cleansing. Apply after water-based serums but before oils or creams. Dispense a pea-sized amount, dot onto face, and massage in upward motions. Can be used as spot treatment on specific areas. Allow 1-2 minutes to absorb before next step. Follow with moisturizer and sunscreen in morning. For best results, use daily for 4-8 weeks. Start with once daily if sensitive, increase to twice as tolerated.

Best For

1. All skin types including sensitive
2. Acne-prone and oily skin
3. Rosacea-prone skin
4. Hyperpigmented skin
5. Those with active acne and post-acne marks
6. Anyone seeking pregnancy-safe brightening
7. Those who can't tolerate harsh treatments

Key Ingredients

1. Azelaic Acid 10% to reduce hyperpigmentation, kill acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, unclog pores, and provide antioxidant benefits
2. Supporting Suspension Base as cream-gel hybrid formula for stable delivery and skin comfort

Skincare Routine Step

Step 4 - Treatment Cream (AM and PM). Apply after water-based serums, before moisturizer. Morning: After cleanser, toner, and serums, before moisturizer and sunscreen. Evening: After cleanser, toner, and serums, before moisturizer and face oil. Alternative: Some users apply as last step after moisturizer to reduce texture issues.

Use This With

1. The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (apply before for acne and marks)
2. The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (apply before for hydration)
3. The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA (apply before for enhanced brightening)
4. Vitamin C derivatives (morning routine)
5. Peptides (evening routine)
6. Can use with retinol on alternate evenings
7. Avoid direct combination with pure L-Ascorbic Acid (use at different times)