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Proactiv Azelaic Pore Perfector Versus Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 10% Serum with Niacinamide

Serum
Serum
American Brand United States
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on October 10, 2024

Overview

What they are

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

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening 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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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

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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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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When to use

18 Routines
61% use in am
39% use in pm
78% use every day
657 Routines
41% use in am
59% use in pm
84% use every day
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Reviews

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Proactiv Azelaic Pore Perfector 20 ingredients

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Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 10% Serum with Niacinamide 13 ingredients

4.4 /5
from 10 ratings
Great Value (5) Absorbs Well (3) No Scent (3)
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Clover

2 years ago
Review

I’m on my third bottle
Want a simple, hydrating, scentless, and affordable azelaic acid serum? Look no further! Azelaic acid is well tolerated by many and for me I’ve noticed great improvements regarding redness. There was a short period of time when I cut this out of my routine, and that’s when I noticed how much it had been doing to reduce redness in my skin. This serum also contains aloe Show more

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BubbIes

12 months ago
Review

I was so excited to try a product with what seemed like no comedogenic ingredients, but I suspect all the extracts broke me out pretty badly. I’m talking deep, painful cysts. I think I saw a nice effect on skin brightness, but that’s the only upside unfortunately. This also left a chalky white residue at times.

#great value
#broke me out
#irritating