Routinely 360° Azelaic Acid Serum Versus Fundamentals 10% Azelaic Acid Water Serum
Updated on January 02, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin, oily 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 or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Routinely 360° Azelaic Acid Serum 12 ingredients
Fundamentals 10% Azelaic Acid Water Serum 20 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
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Routinely 360° Azelaic Acid Serum 12 ingredients
Fundamentals 10% Azelaic Acid Water Serum 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Leaf Extract
AstringentPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isoceteth-20
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Water, Azelaic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Niacinamide, Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Morus Alba Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Glycereth-26, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Leaf Extract, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Isoceteth-20, Propanediol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Azelaic acid is a multitasker ingredient that helps treat acne, pigmentation, and irritation. It is a great option for sensitive skin.
What makes azelaic special?
The best thing about azelaic acid is it's gentleness. It's generally well-tolerated and safe to use alongside other actives like niacinamide or salicylic acid.
Unlike AHAs, azelaic acid will not make you photosensitive/sun sensitive.
You can find this ingredient naturally occurring in grains like wheat, rye, and barley. In cosmetics, azelaic acid is typically lab-made, which is more stable and effective.
Learn more about Azelaic AcidPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.
It is be used to thicken water-based products and create a gel-texture with a velvet feel.
One manufacturer claims this ingredient to have a pH range of 2-8 and to be biodegradable.
Learn more about Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Propanediol 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.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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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