Azelaic acid, 1 kg

Azelaic acid is a cosmetic ingredient used primarily in skin cosmetics. In both home and professional production, it is used in products intended for specific skin care, especially in formulas with acidic to slightly acidic pH. It is part of formulations that are designed for targeted use and a precisely defined composition.

The inclusion of azelaic acid allows for the creation of functional skin products with a simple but well-thought-out formula, often in combination with other active and moisturizing ingredients.

How to work with it
Azelaic acid is only slightly soluble in water, it dissolves better in alcohol or propylene glycol. Before adding it to a cosmetic product, it must first be dissolved in a suitable solvent.
It is used in low dosage according to the type of product and applicable cosmetic legislation. The finished product must be adjusted to the appropriate pH to make the raw material stable and suitable for use in cosmetics. It is usually added in the final phase of production at lower temperatures.

• Organoleptic properties: white to yellowish granular powder
• Soluble in glycerin, glycols, propanediol
• Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light

Features

• Helps improve skin evenness
• Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity
• Benefits against acne, against rosacea
• Brightens skin tone
• Reduces the appearance of skin redness and blemishes
• Helps fade acne scars
• Provide radiant skin
• Can help stimulate hair growth, a remedy against hair loss

Use

• Best defined as a cosmetic ingredient used in formulations to provide benefits such as clear skin, uneven skin tone, radiant complexion, provides anti-inflammatory and anti-acne activity, helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Suitable for use in anti-aging formulations, hyperpigmentation reduction, uneven skin tone and clear skin, hair loss solutions - creams, lotions, moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, concealers, gels, conditioners, shampoos
• Recommended dosage 0.5-10%, in emulsions add after emulsification
• Optimal pH range of the final product 3.5-5.5

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Warning

• Do not swallow, keep out of reach of children
• Cosmetic use
• H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
• H315 Irritating to skin.

INCI

• Azelaic acid