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Read moreUnlike azelaic acid suspension or serum, Garden of Wisdom Azelaic Acid contains 12% Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, an azelaic acid derivative, with a silky smooth texture. GoW Azelaic acid helps combat rosacea, inflammation and hyperpigmentation and is a gentle yet highly effective acne treatment.
What does azelaic acid do?
A powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, Azelaic Acid is a skin-friendly acid which can be used on any skin-type including sensitive skin, helping to calm and soothe skin prone to rosacea and acne. Garden of Wisdom Azelaic Acid is a wonderfully smooth water-gel based product which helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria in the follicles and additionally removes dead skin cells which makes it extremenly effective in the treatment of mild to moderate acne. Azelaic acid also has the ability to brighten and lighten skin making it useful for hyperpigmentation problems including post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, age spots and freckles.
The Science:
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD) is a water-soluble derivative of azelaic acid and conveys many of the same benefits as pure azelaic acid but is silky smooth and also has super hydrating abilities, making it an even more effective product.
The Summary:
Azelaic acid benefits
- Displays antibacterial properties to fight acne causing bacteria
- Unclogs pores to prevent acne
- Calms inflamed skin making it useful for rosacea treatment
- Lightens skin making it useful for hyperpigmentation problems including acne scars
- Has a pH 5.3 - 5.5
Suitability:
All Garden of Wisdom products are cruelty free, suitable for vegetarians, Gluten and wheat-free and free from alcohol and silicones. Serum bottles are made of PET which are 100% recyclable. Please dispose of the dispenser in your general waste.
Our In-House pharmacist, Shabir Daya has written an article about Azelaic Acid Serum:
Directions: Apply sufficient amount to cover the face after cleansing but before creams and oils in the morning and evening to visibly improve skin's brightness and texture. Use sunscreen during the day.
Garden of Wisdom Skincare Regimens
Distilled Water, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate 12%, Glycerin, Sodium Lactate, Leucidal SF, Jojoba Protein, Silica Gel, Carbomer, Dehydroxyxanthan Gum, Liposomes, Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid
Product Code: GOW0030
