LEO Pharma Finacea Azelaic Acid Foam 15% Versus Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Cream
Updated on April 01, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe prescription. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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
LEO Pharma Finacea Azelaic Acid Foam 15% 13 ingredients
Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Cream 9 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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LEO Pharma Finacea Azelaic Acid Foam 15% 13 ingredients
Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Cream 9 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Peg-40 Stearate is a waxy solid made up of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is an emulsifier and cleanser. Emulsifiers help oils and water mix.
Stearic acid is a a fatty acid. Therefore, Peg-40 stearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
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!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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LEO Pharma Finacea Azelaic Acid Foam 15% 13 ingredients
Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Cream 9 ingredients
