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aPAD

€10,50
€10,50

A water-light 20% Azelaic acid derivative (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, or PAD) formula to even the skin tone, normalize oil production and calm the skin.

DESCRIPTION

Azelaic acid is a 3-in-1 clinically proven active that helps reduce blemishes, pigmentation and redness. This formula uses a new-generation water-soluble form called Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD) that has similar properties to Azelaic acid but enables a super-light, oil-free texture. The two strong point of PAD is to even the skin tone and to control excessive oiliness.
5.5-6.5
pH
20%
Azelaic Derivative
+
Allantoin
Glycerin

Who is it for?

aPAD is ideal if you are looking for an Azelaic Acid product that is also light in texture and layers well with other products. It is an all skin type formula that we especially recommend if you have pigmentation, extra oiliness or redness (rosacea).
Skin Type
all skin types including sensitive
Skin Problem
oiliness, uneven skin, sensitivity, redness
Texture
fast-absorbing, thin gel consistency

How to use it?

Apply a few drops to the face after cleansing, before using emulsions and/or creams. Can be used either in the AM and/or PM.

Ingredients & Research

key ingredients:

Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD – 20%) –  A new generation azelaic acid derivative designed to be water-soluble and thus enable light formulas. It has a similar effect to the 3-in-1 clinical active azelaic acid that helps to reduce blemishes, pigmentation, and redness. The two strong point of PAD is to even the skin tone and to control excessive oiliness.

Allantoin -A classic skincare ingredient known for its skin soothing and skin protecting abilities.

Glycerin & Methyl-Gluceth 20: A gentle humectant combination to help the skin to hold onto water.

full inci list:

Water, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Methyl-Gluceth 20, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

research:

Berardesca, Enzo, et al. "Clinical and instrumental assessment of the effects of a new product based on hydroxypropyl chitosan and potassium azeloyl diglycinate in the management of rosacea." Journal of cosmetic dermatology 11.1 (2012): 37-41.

Viyoch, Jarupa, et al. "Effects of trans-4-(aminomethyl) cyclohexanecarboxylic acid/potassium azeloyl diglycinate/niacinamide topical emulsion in Thai adults with melasma: a single-center, randomized, double-blind, controlled study." Current Therapeutic Research 71.6 (2010): 345-359.

Veraldi, Stefano, et al. "Treatment of symptoms of erythemato-telangiectatic rosacea with topical potassium azeloyl diglycinate and hydroxypropyl chitosan: Results of a sponsor-free, multicenter, open study." Journal of Dermatological Treatment 26.2 (2015): 191-192.