Meet azelaic acid, the supercharged skincare ingredient that does everything from clearing blemishes and rosacea to evening ...

Meet azelaic acid, the game-changing skin-care ingredient that also does it all. It is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and a tyrosinase inhibitor (in other words, it helps fade hyperpigmentation).

This product uses azelaic acid alongside other star ingredients like vitamin C and niacinamide to minimize congestion, redness, and discoloration while also reducing excess oil production.

For best results, Dr. Maiman advises using these two products (Paula’s Choice 10% Azalaic Acid Booster and 10% Niacinamide Booster) together.

Azelaic acid is combined with peptides to stimulate collagen, niacinamide to regulate oil production, and caffeine for a boost in circulation for a healthy glow.

So, if you're thinking of trying skincare heroes like azelaic acid, squalane, and niacinamide, all you need to do is look at the label to know which item to choose.

Azelaic acid has also been shown to block tyrosinase (aka the enzyme that’s responsible for producing melanin or pigment in your skin), which makes it an effective fighter against hyperpigmentation.