Azelaic Acid

Azelaic Acid

Multi-functional dicarboxylic acid for clarifying, brightening, and skin-balancing formulations.

INCI: Azelaic Acid

Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder

Solubility: Limited in water; dispersible in glycols and suitable solvent systems

Function: Skin-conditioning, tone-evening, clarifying active

Azelaic Acid is a well-established dicarboxylic acid used in advanced cosmetic formulations to promote a more balanced, refined skin appearance. Its multifunctional nature allows it to be incorporated into brightening, clarifying, and texture-focused systems without the harshness associated with traditional exfoliating acids.

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material for professional formulation use.

What It Does

Azelaic Acid helps promote a visibly clearer and more even-looking complexion while supporting smoother skin texture. It works through multiple complementary cosmetic pathways, making it highly versatile for formulations targeting imbalance, dullness, or uneven tone.

Key Benefits

• Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone
• Supports a clearer-looking complexion
• Contributes to smoother, more refined texture
• Suitable for modern clarifying and brightening systems
• Pairs well with niacinamide, soothing agents, and barrier-support actives

Suggested Use Level

• Typical use: 3.0–10.0%

How to Incorporate

• Pre-disperse in glycols (propanediol, butylene glycol, or similar).
• Use moderate shear mixing for uniform distribution.
• Incorporate during heated phase if required for dispersion.

Formulation Notes

• Recommended finished-formula pH range: ~4.5–6.5
• Works best in emulsions, gels, or suspension systems.
• Not intended to fully dissolve in water-based formulas.

Common Applications

• Clarifying serums and emulsions
• Tone-evening treatments
• Refining creams and gels
• Targeted corrective formulations
• Professional-use active systems

Documents

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Disclaimer

Supplied strictly as a cosmetic raw material. Not intended for direct application without proper formulation. Not a drug or medicinal ingredient. For use by trained formulators and manufacturers only.

Storage

• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from moisture and excessive heat.
• Reseal promptly after use.