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Curology Custom Formula (Azelaic acid 2%, Clindamycin Phosphate 1%, Zinc Pyrithione 0.25%)

Name: Custom Formula (Azelaic acid 2%, Clindamycin Phosphate 1%, Zinc Pyrithione 0.25%)
Brand: Curology

Prescription with 3 ingredients that contains azelaic acid

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Ingredients List

Active Ingredients

Azelaic Acid 2%

Buffering

Clindamycin Phosphate 1%

Zinc Pyrithione 0.25%

Antiseborrhoeic

Active Ingredients: Azelaic Acid 2%, Clindamycin Phosphate 1%, Zinc Pyrithione 0.25%
Inactive Ingredients:

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Explained

Azelaic Acid

Buffering, Masking

Azelaic acid is a multitasker ingredient that helps treat acne, pigmentation, and irritation. It is a great option for sensitive skin.

What makes it special?

OTC Azelaic acid is usually available in concentrations from 10-15% and anything over requires a prescription.

Here's what each tier does best:

Unlike other acids, azelaic acid will not make your skin more photosensitive/sun sensitive.

Though this ingredient is naturally occurring in grains like wheat, rye, and barley, it is usually synthetically created for cosmetics to ensure stability and effectiveness.

Learn more about Azelaic Acid

Clindamycin Phosphate

Clindamycin Phosphate is a prescription antiobiotic used to treat acne.

We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient.

Zinc Pyrithione

Antiseborrhoeic, Preservative

Zinc Pyrithione is a preservative. It inhibits the multiplying of fungal and bacterial cells.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in Malassezia treatments. In the US, this ingredient is most common in anti-dandruff shampoos. However, the European Union has prohibited the use of this ingredient starting in 2022.