Malezia 10% Micronized Azelaic Acid Cream

I'm sorry I don't have a clear before and after picture because the results of using the Urea Acid Moisturizer + this Azaelic Acid Cream over the past 8 months has been significantly life-enhancing for me. I am fair skinned and once upon a time in high school and college, had no blemishes in sight. Then I got to my mid twenties and my skin erupted. I've determined most of my breakouts - medium severity, 4-6 pimples in any given week, half more superficial, half more deep nodules, especially along my chin and jawline - were caused by hormones, a bad tendency to pick at my skin, and an inconsistent, occasionally aggravating routine. I tried so many things, typically not for long enough, and paying way too much money overall and stripping my skin barrier.

A year ago, at the dermatologist, I asked about the general health of my skin and the practitioner recommended I focus on simplifying my routine and adding azelaic acid to it, specifically because I also have melasma. I had been relying on benzoyl peroxide when I had breakouts, but I hate how it bleaches my clothes if I'm not careful, and it was a little too drying for me to use consistently. Per the derm's recommendation, I sought out some azaelic acid options and liked the simplicity and strength of the Malezia formula, and appreciated all the science behind it. I also generally don't trust skincare products off Amazon. I gave it a shot and was very consistent in my application for 6-8 weeks: every night (only at night), I would double cleanse, when my skin was still damp apply some of the Malezia urea moisturizer, wait 1-2 minutes, and then dot the Malezia azaelic acid cream (large pea size amount) around my face. I learned to rub it in so it was just absorbed - any more rubbing and it starts to pill. I never used it during the day or under makeup so I can't speak to that, but omigoodness, after 4-6 weeks it was like I had new skin that actually behaved. My red spots (which would linger forever, exacerbated by my pale skin) faded much faster and my melasma improved. Best of all, I stopped waking up every morning and washing my face every night dreading finding/feeling the next breakout. I didn't even realize how much mental energy that anxiety was costing me.

I am so, so happy with this product and the new, streamlined routine it has offered me. Recently I added the PHA solution to my routine and use that once a week. I will still use benzoyl peroxide if I have an active breakout, but those are so much more rare now. Below is a general week for me, which has been so great for my perimenopausal skin (that was once oily and now is definitely dry). It keeps my skin barrier safe, allows me to use some actives thoughtfully, and keeps breakouts at bay. I only wish I would have started this whole process years ago.

Sunday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Sunday PM: Malezia urea moisturizer + Malezia azaelic acid cream (+hydrocolloid patches on any healing spots or zits)
Monday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Monday PM: Malezia urea moisturizer + Malezia azaelic acid cream (+hydrocolloid patches on any healing spots or zits)
Tuesday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Tuesday PM: Paula's Choice Retinaldehyde + Malezia urea moisturizer
Wednesday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Wednesday PM: Malezia urea moisturizer + Malezia azaelic acid cream (+hydrocolloid patches on any healing spots or zits)
Thursday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Thursday PM: Malezia PHA serum + Paula's Choice 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide (if needed) + Malezia urea moisturizer
Friday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Friday PM: Malezia urea moisturizer + Malezia azaelic acid cream (+hydrocolloid patches on any healing spots or zits)
Saturday AM: Maelove vitamin C serum + Malezia urea moisturizer + Maelove SPF
Saturday PM: Paula's Choice Retinaldehyde + Malezia urea moisturizer

This is a holy grail product for me and I will keep repurchasing it! Thank you, Malezia!

Since using product my skin is healing. I can now put squalene oil underneath my eyes and on my face. Waiting for biopsy to get precise target medication.

First of all, I love the minimalist ingredient list, it's so hard to find something that doesn't have 20+ ingredients with God knows what in them! So thank you so much for designing a clean, effective, let's-get-down-to-business, no-nonsense formula!
This was my first time trying Azelaic Acid and I was really nervous at the beginning because my skin is so frickin sensitive, even lookint at it the wrong way can cause it to break out. :') And my skin didn't love niacinamide previously in the past, but that was when I used it at 10% which was way too strong for me, I guess. Here, at 4 % next to the AzA, it helps so much! Altogether, my skin is noticeably less red and more smooth. I even noticed that the drying, stinging feeling I used to get after showering has vanished. It turns out, my skin wasn't dry because of a lack of moisturising; it was dry because it was irritated. That's where AzA helped me: the irritation went away.
And another thing; thanks for suggesting to use the treatment AFTER the moisturizer! This way, even my super fragile barrier can handle it.
I have been using the product for about 6 weeks now; I gradually worked my way up and now I put it on every other day. There was some very mild purging at the beginning but it really wasn't that bad.
Thank you for saving us malassezia-prone people with products that have a minimalist ingredient list!!
One side note, though: the cap broke really early on, so the quality of the tube material didn't seem the best.

This was definitely worth it. I think has improved my skin tone and it has a great texture.

I added the Azelaic Acid treatment to supplement the Dermazen core regimen I’ve been using, and I’ve noted a dramatic improvement overall with my skin in a very quick timeframe - about a week. My red spots have dramatically cleared, inclusive some that had been lingering for the past few months. If you struggle with Seb Derm or dermatitis issues would really consider trying this product. I do not leave reviews, but more people need to know about how great this product is. I have very reactive skin and this was gentle and effective.

I will never not use these products. It's incredible how much of a difference it's made in my skin; I went from consistent breakouts to consistently clear skin. I am 43 years old. This isn't teen acne; it's been my whole life. I was on Accutane in my 20s, this is the first time in my life I have been breakout-free for 3+ months!!

I think this product has been really effective on my skin for reducing marks, drying out breakouts, and renewing my skin! It stings a little even after moisturizer but I take it bc I know it’s working ! I’m excited to keep using it and been using it a lot I need to take it easy a bit haha

I am an older adult woman who still experiences little acne breakouts especially when I hike, garden, workout etc. and especially in the heat. I bought the Azelaic acid cream for those types of breakouts. I know it isnt the acne of my youth and I cannot seem to get a doctor to properly respond to it. What I do have is several perscriptions for my sons acne that I use occassionally but who wants to dab antibiotic on their face all the time? This works for me, no irritation, plays well with other products, and no redness (unless I over use but that is true with anything). It is very effective and its gentle - what more can you ask for?

This cream surprised me because a little did a lot of work in my opinion: the itching went away, the swelling paused and the redness faded enough to calm me. The best part was no sting and I could wear my moisturizer on top or apply more in areas I felt the texture of my skin was off.

I rarely write reviews, but this is one product line that truly deserves one.
I've been struggling with a difficult skin condition for a while , and finding skincare that doesn't make it worse has been incredibly challenging. After trying many different products, Malezia has been the first brand that has genuinely helped my skin.
The 10% Azelaic Acid Cream has become an essential part of my routine, and l've also had a wonderful experience with the cleanser, moisturizer, and MCT oil. The oil is actually the only facial and massage oil l've been able to use without causing my skin to flare up, which is something I never thought I'd find.
My skin is not perfect yet, but it has improved dramatically, and for the first time in a long time I feel like I'm moving in the right direction. I'm genuinely grateful that products like these exist.
Thank you for creating skincare with so much thought and care. I sincerely hope
your company continues to grow because I know I'm not the only person searching for products that actually work for sensitive, reactive skin.
Highly recommended.