InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer Versus Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10%

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer versus Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% .

Published on July 17, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C

Suited For

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

Free From

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

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10%

General Moisturizer Brand

Serum American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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Ingredient Info

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer 36 ingredients

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% 18 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer 36 ingredients

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% 18 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

AHA

Vitamin C

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing (3)

Reduces Irritation (3)

Skin Texture

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging (2)

Dark Spots (2)

Scar Healing

Acne Fighting

Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Niacinamide

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing (2)

Skin Texture

Reduces Large Pores

Anti-Aging (2)

Dark Spots (2)

Scar Healing (2)

Acne Fighting

Brightening (4)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Acne Trigger

Irritating

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer 36 ingredients

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% 18 ingredients

Water • Caprylic Acid • Glycerin • Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Sorbitan Stearate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate • Phytic Acid • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Glucosyl Hesperidin • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract • Bisabolol • Squalane • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract • Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate • Myristyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Alcohol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Propanediol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Pentylene Glycol

Water • Propanediol • Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Niacinamide • Ascorbic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Coffea Arabica Seed Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Phenylpropanol • Phenoxyethanol • Citric Acid • Potassium Chloride • Glycerin • Chlorphenesin • Tocopherol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate

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Ingredients Explained

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

Water

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 1.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 14.

Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD) comes from the condensation of azelaic acid mixed with glycine.

This ingredient has similar properties to azelaic acid; it can help reduce sebum production and soothe skin. PAD also inhibits tyrosinase activity to help brighten skin. Tyrosinase is an enzyme that controls melanin production.

A study from 2023 found 5% PAD combined with nicotinamide (a form of niacin) effectively reduced melanin production after 6 weeks.

Several studies from the 2010's also show PAD to be effective in alleviating symptoms of Rosacea.

Though this ingredient is considered a gentle active, higher amounts may result in irritation.

Unlike azelaic acid, this ingredient is water-soluble. This property makes it easier to formulate into skincare products.

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 3.

Sodium Hyaluronate

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 9.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 9.

Sodium Benzoate

What it does: Masking, Preservative

Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 18.

Potassium Sorbate

What it does: Preservative

Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 28.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 17.

Citric Acid

What it does: Buffering, Masking

Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 12.

Propanediol

What it does: Solvent

Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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InstaNatural 10% Azelaic Acid Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.

Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% contains this as ingredient number 2.

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