Azelaic acid

Azelaic acid - description

Best defined as a cosmeceutical ingredient, used in formulations to provide benefits like clear skin, uneven skin tone, radiant complexion, provides anti-inflammatory and anti-acne activity, helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Organoleptic properties: white to yellowish granular powder

INCI: Azelaic acid

Properties

• helps improve the evenness of skin
• helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity
• anti-acne, anti-rosacea benefits
• brightens the skin tone
• reduces the appearance of skin redness and blemishes
• help fade post-acne marks
• provide radiant complexion
• may help stimulate hair growth, anti hair loss agent

Applications, usage

• suitable for use in the formulation of anti-aging, hyper-pigmentation reduction, uneven skin tone and clear skin, anti hair loss solutions - lotions, creams, moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, concealers, gels, conditioners, shampoos
• recommended dosage 0,5-10%
• soluble in glycerin, glycols, propanediol
• in emulsions add after emulsification, previously dissolved in propanediol by heating
• in aqueous gels and serums add previously dissolved by heating in propanediol, glycerin or glycols
• optimal pH range of the final product 3,5-5,5

Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light

Cautions: do not ingest, keep away from children's reach; cosmetic use