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Bayer Skinoren 15% Gel Azelaic Acid Versus Azclear Action Medicated Lotion

Prescription
Facial Treatment
German Brand Germany
Australian Brand Australia

Updated on April 08, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

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Benefits

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Key Ingredients

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Buffering, Masking

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid derived from grains. This ingredient is effective in treating acne, rosacea, and other skin conditions.

It has been shown to reduce the growth of acne-causing bacteria and helps reduce inflammation. On top of that, it helps reduce the production of sebum and unclog pores.

Azelaic Acid also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants protect our skin cells from free-radical damage.

One of the main benefits of azelaic acid is that it is gentle and well-tolerated by most people.

Fun fact: The lab-created form of azelaic acid is typically used within cosmetic products for its shelf-stability.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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When to use

153 Routines
46% use in am
54% use in pm
80% use every day
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349 Routines
39% use in am
61% use in pm
86% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Bayer Skinoren 15% Gel Azelaic Acid 10 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Works Well (2) Light (2) Absorbs Well (2)
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Lu Nem

8 months ago
Review

Love it. When hot outside it’s enough as a moisturizer as well. Makes skin soft, reduces acne and decreases redness. Stings in the beginning, but once skin is used to it, it stops.

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
448's avatar

💗

1 day ago
Review

Heaven-sent of a prescription topical.

It helps with my acne, texture, PIH, and PIE. When I used this alongside Epiduo Forte, my skin is noticeably clearer and smoother in 3 weeks. It’s not yet completely clear, but I’m getting there. Very happy with the effects!

As for the formula, it’s a white gel-cream that spreads easily on the skin and dries matte nicely without pilling. There could be Show more

#expensive
#light
#absorbs well
#no scent

Azclear Action Medicated Lotion 9 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 8 ratings
Great Value (5) Works Well (4) Light (2)
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CH4RMz

4 months ago
Review

It might be a bit early to give a good review, but I’ve been using this for a week now and I’m shocked at how well it’s working for me! I have Rosacea (Papulopustular/Acne) and EXTREMELY reactive/sensitive skin. I’m basically semi allergic to every single product on earth and literally CANNOT wear sunscreen or 99.9% of moisturisers.

I tried finacea (prescription azelaic acid) and within 2 days Show more

#great value
#absorbs well
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Emily C

9 months ago
Review

I’ve been using this product for over a month now. My acne prone skin is noticeably clearer, far less red and the hormonal breakouts that I do have are substantially smaller and less inflamed. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to clear stubborn acne, it’s one of the only products that has made a noticeable difference to my skin.

It can have a drying effect and does tingle the Show more

#great value
#absorbs well
#light scent
#works well