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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid versus Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream .

Last updated on March 07, 2024. Published on January 11, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

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Facial Treatment British Brand United Kingdom

Serum

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

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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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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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Ceramides (5)
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (5)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Ceramides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
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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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Loved

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid that is derived from grains. However, the lab-created form is typically used within cosmetic products as it has better shelf-stability.

It has been shown to be effective in the treatment of acne, rosacea, and other skin conditions. Azelaic acid helps reduce the growth of bacteria that cause acne and helps to reduce inflammation.

It also helps to improve the appearance of skin by reducing the production of sebum and unclogging pores.

Azelaic Acid also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

One of the main benefits of azelaic acid is that it is gentle and well-tolerated by most people. It is also non-comedogenic, meaning that it will not clog pores.

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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
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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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 9.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

6
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide NP

Learn more about Ceramide EOP

Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.

They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide AP

Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 13.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 23.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

9
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid contains this as ingredient number 27.

Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

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57% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
57% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid 30 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1) Works Well (1)
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sarape

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

One of my favorite products. If you're looking for an Azelaic Acid treatment, this is the right choice. It has the highest concentration you would...

One of my favorite products. If you're looking for an Azelaic Acid treatment, this is the right choice. It has the highest concentration you would find on an over-the-counter product (15%), combined with Ceramides and other soothing ingredients that will calm your skin and redness. Aside from rosacea, you can also use it for acne because it will soothe your breakouts and help fading the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Is a very lightweight formula that gets absorbed super easy and rarely pills, so you won't find it hard to combine it with other products on your routine.

Sadly this is an old version of the product, but it performs as good as the new one, so don't worry because if you still get the old one you won't notice any difference. Although I have to admit that I liked this one better because It didn't had any scent at all, while the new one smells a little bit like old cheese (maybe some fermented ingredient) but I don't mind it at all, because it's still great.

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