Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 20% Cream
Lab tested
No
Harmful ingredients
3
Why this score
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Sodium Hydroxide
Caustic burns, severe skin irritation, eye damage, respiratory tract irritation, corrosive effects
PEG-75 Stearate
Potential skin irritation, possible contamination with ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Xanthan Gum
Possible mild gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals, rare allergenic potential
Azelaic Acid
Potential for gastrointestinal irritation at high doses, no significant dietary risks at normal food levels
Aqua
Solvent, vehicle for ingredient delivery
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations
Ceramide NP
Supports skin barrier function, may improve skin hydration
Phytosphingosine
Supports skin barrier function, antimicrobial against Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus, anti-inflammatory signaling (NF-kB/MAPK modulation), may aid acne-prone or compromised skin
Cholesterol
Essential for cell membrane integrity, precursor for steroid hormones and bile acids
Propanediol
Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity
Squalane
Emollient moisturizing agent, improves skin hydration, enhances skin barrier function
Dimethicone
Reduces foam, provides skin conditioning, improves spreadability, chemically inert
Glycerin
Humectant and moisturizer in personal care, sweetener and solvent in food, generally recognized as safe at normal use levels
Phenoxyethanol
Effective broad-spectrum preservative, extends shelf life, commonly used alternative to parabens
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant properties, skin conditioning, vitamin E source
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Effective thickener and stabilizer, enhances texture and stability of formulations
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Mild surfactant, good emulsifying properties, biodegradable, generally safe for dermal use
Ceramide AP
Skin barrier repair, moisture retention, supports skin hydration
Carbomer
Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations
Ceramide EOP
Improves skin barrier function, reduces transepidermal water loss, increases skin hydration, supports management of atopic dermatitis/xerosis
cream
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