Azelaic Acid for Redness

Azelaic acid is first-line topical for rosacea-associated redness.

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Azelaic acid is first-line topical for rosacea-associated redness.

how to use it. 10% OTC or 15% Rx (Finacea), twice daily.

why it works. Cathelicidin suppression, kallikrein-5 inhibition, and anti-inflammatory activity.

Reviewed with 2 sources on 2026-07-03.

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