AccessCARE AZA

High-Purity Azelaic Acid for Blemish Control and Even Skin Tone

INCI Name: Azelaic Acid

AccessCARE AZA is a high-purity Azelaic Acid active designed for advanced complexion care. It helps normalize keratinization to keep pores clear, addresses factors associated with blemish formation, and visibly reduces post-blemish dark spots through tyrosinase modulation. With antioxidant and soothing benefits that help calm visible redness, this multi-tasking ingredient is ideal for brightening serums, clarifying treatments, and daily tone-evening moisturizers.

Solubility Notes:

Insoluble in oils and poorly soluble in water. Pre-dissolve in glycols (e.g., propanediol, propylene glycol, ethoxydiglycol) or glycerin; gentle heating (up to ~70°C) aids dissolution. Incorporate the clear concentrate into the main batch. Target final pH 4.0–5.5.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Blemish Spot Treatments & Serums

Targets factors associated with breakout formation while helping prevent pore blockage for visibly clearer-looking skin.
Brightening & Tone-Correcting Serums

Modulates tyrosinase to reduce the look of post-blemish marks and uneven pigmentation for a more uniform complexion.
Redness Control Creams

Provides soothing, antioxidant support to help calm visible redness and improve comfort on sensitive, redness-prone skin.
Exfoliating Treatments & Toners

Gently refines skin texture by normalizing excess keratinization, helping to reduce the look of clogged pores and roughness.
Pore-Refining Cleansers

Incorporates via solvent pre-dissolution to support daily clarity and maintain smoother-looking pores in rinse-off formats.
Scalp Clarifying Treatments

Helps regulate excess keratin buildup on the scalp and supports a balanced environment around the follicle.

Performance & Formulation Insights for AccessCARE AZA

How Azelaic Acid Works

AccessCARE AZA is a multi-functional dicarboxylic acid active that targets several root causes of blemish formation and uneven tone. It helps normalize follicular keratinization to prevent the buildup that leads to blackheads and whiteheads. It also reduces factors associated with the proliferation of C. acnes within pores. In parallel, Azelaic Acid modulates tyrosinase activity to diminish the look of dark spots and post-blemish marks, supporting a more even skin tone. Its ability to mitigate reactive oxygen species contributes soothing and antioxidant benefits that help calm visible redness and improve overall skin comfort.

Formulation Guidelines

AccessCARE AZA is a crystalline powder with very low solubility in water and oils. For optimal incorporation, pre-dissolve in a suitable solvent such as propanediol, propylene glycol, ethoxydiglycol (Transcutol), or glycerin. Gentle heating (up to ~70°C) can aid dissolution; mix until fully clear before adding to the main batch. Target a final formulation pH of 4.0–5.5 for stability and performance. To minimize the risk of recrystallization, avoid high water activity in minimalist systems, ensure adequate solvent content, and add during cool-down. Compatible with gels, serums, emulsions, and spot treatments formulated via a glycol/glycerin solvent system.

Key Formulation Benefits

Multi-Pathway Efficacy: Helps prevent comedone formation, supports clearer-looking skin, and visibly reduces post-blemish marks.
Tone-Perfecting: Modulates tyrosinase activity to improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation and promote a more even complexion.
Soothing Support: Antioxidant properties help calm visible redness and improve tolerance on sensitive, redness-prone skin.
Texture Refinement: Normalizes excess keratinization to smooth roughness and reduce the look of clogged pores.
Formulation Flexibility: Easily incorporated via glycol/glycerin pre-dissolution into serums, emulsions, gels, and targeted treatments.

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Benefits	Acne Treatment, Anti-Bacterial, Brightening & Skin Lightening, Dark Spot Reduction, Even Skin Tone, Exfoliants, Sebum Control, Soothing & Anti-Inflammatory
INCI Name	Azelaic Acid
Usage Rate	1%-10%
Active Type	Acids (AHA/BHA/PHA), Azelaic Acid
Solubility	Both/Dual-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face, Scalp
Physical Form	Powder
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Non-GMO, Vegan

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessCARE AZA

Pre-dissolve Azelaic Acid in a suitable solvent such as propanediol, propylene glycol, ethoxydiglycol, or glycerin. Apply gentle heat (up to ~70°C) and stir until fully clear before adding to the main batch.

Typical cosmetic usage is 1–10%. Use 1–5% for daily tone-evening products and 5–10% for targeted clarifying or brightening treatments, as skin tolerance allows.

Maintain a final product pH of 4.0–5.5 to support solubility, stability, and performance while minimizing the risk of recrystallization.

Yes, it pairs well with Niacinamide, humectants, and many antioxidants. If using alongside strong exfoliants or retinoids, consider alternating applications or buffering within soothing bases to support skin comfort.

Ensure complete dissolution in the solvent phase, maintain adequate solvent content in the final formula, and keep pH in the 4.0–5.5 range. Add the dissolved concentrate during cool-down and avoid excessive water activity in minimalist systems.

Azelaic Acid is generally well tolerated and valued for helping to calm visible redness. Begin at lower concentrations and use soothing co-actives to maximize comfort on sensitive skin.

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