A systematic review to evaluate the efficacy of azelaic acid in the management of acne, rosacea, melasma and skin aging.
Sarah KingJo CampbellRebecca RoweMarie-Louise DalyGeorge MoncrieffCatriona MayburyPublished in: Journal of cosmetic dermatology (2023)
AA is more effective than vehicle for rosacea, acne and melasma. Comparisons between AA and other treatments were often equivalent. Where there is equivalence, AA may be a good option for some clinical situations. RCT evidence is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of AA on skin aging.