I use Azelaic 15% in the a.m and Tretinoin 0.05% at night the combo is very beautiful and made a big difference on my skin!!

@lan92034

9 ай бұрын

Can you use it as a spot treatment? How long did it take to see results? Thanks!

@samantadallas5393

9 ай бұрын

@@lan92034 Heyy soo my dermatologist I see recommended full face I use it in the a.m and my tretinoin at night. Honestly I noticed after 2 weeks of use the smoothness and texture. I already been on Tretinoin since January 2023 and recently she changed my strength from 0.025 to 0.05. Azelaic acid is a great game changer added to your routine and also please wear Sunscreen as well too!!

@idkjustcallmeeriel.4149

8 ай бұрын

The derm Just Said IT WONT WORK as a fucking spot treatment lol

@ClassNSass

8 ай бұрын

That’s exactly what I do except my tretinoin is 0.01%

@somebodyonhere

8 ай бұрын

​@@lan92034if you watch the video she said no its not a spot treatment

I'd like to know your skin care routine in all honestly. Your skin is amazing and I'd like to see how I can adapt my regimen to yours possibly.

@Her_shey_bar

8 ай бұрын

@Mori she has her routine check out her other page it's listed.

@Extoicpressure

7 ай бұрын

Get a facial once or twice a week

You are my all time favourite dermatologist on youtube. Amazing content, very helpful for me. 💞

I agree 💯 beautiful video through and through

Thanks for this video, Dr. Alexis!

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

can i just say, i LOVE your voice❤

I love your content you doing it with your heart and you look amazing

Thanks so much Dr! You’re the best! What about eye creams? Should we be using them?

I’m so happy you posted this video because I ordered the 20% Azelaic Acid from Dermatica from your morning routine video and wasn’t sure how to incorporate it into my skincare so this video is much appreciated!!!

@kaldur11

Ай бұрын

Any update on it? How is it?

This is Gonna b so Helpful🔥🔥🔥👍n Happy Saturday😀….

Yup, i have been using dermatica custom treatment it is working well.

Very information skincare information. Tfs Dr. Alexis ❤️🙏🏽

Love the content always!

Youre beautiful and softspoken. Love your content and now Im trying to work out on Azelaic acid

I’ve been using it for a week and I swear I’m seeing improvement fast. Taro gel 15%

Dr. Alexis I was so surprised to see you at Central Park. I would have loved to have been there to meet you. How do your subscribers get to know where you may be speaking? You have changed my skin in wonderful ways, with your recommendations and advise. Many thanks, I am a huge fan.

Hello Dr Alexis. Would you please, if you haven't already, do a segment on combating under eye wrinkles. Thank you in advance.

Dr. Alexis your skin looks gorgeous. I wish you live in Canada 🇨🇦

Thank you for a great share ❤❤

Thank you Dr. ALEXIS so informative. Here in the AZ with the heat I hope it wont make give that rebound hyperpigmentation.

Just got this prescribed, no issues yet but wabt to learn as much as possible

I absolutely love your videos! Can you do a video discussing tinea versicolor and treatments? 😊 There's not many dermatologists of color giving in-depth videos about it. I've had it off and on since I was a teenager and would love to know what you recommend to treat it and keep it at bay..

Thank you once again for this educational video on Azelaic Acid. However, as a dark skinned girl living in the North East, I don't use it along with other acids in the summertime but will start using it in the late fall, winter, and spring. I'd appreciate a video about using acids in the summer. Thanks.

I’ve been using Dermatica for like two months now , they combined Tretinoin and Azaleic acid based on my skin concerns and I absolutely love it!

I subscribed because 1 you are black 2 you are female 3 you are an expert 4 your skin is awarsome.

Love love love this video ❤ , my favorite Dr. you're the best 😘

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Awww🥹Thank you so much 🥰

Hey Love Your Videos Can You Do One About How To Properly Use A Dermaroller and what products you should and should not use ? Also The order of the skin routine ?

Dr A, thank u for ALL your help, do you suggest serum or cream, I found both on amazon...Amazon. Thank you for being such a blessing!

Thanks to you Dr Alexis, I started using Azelaic acid over 2 years ago when I was struggling with maskne. Moved from The ordinary to 15 % to 20 % & back to my sweet spot 15% every morning after vit c. Its definitely a staple for me as I’ve seen sooo much improvement with my acne & hyperpigmentation. Thank you thank you 😊❤

@Charisse_

9 ай бұрын

Why can’t it be used a spot treatment please ?

@Gugx

9 ай бұрын

@@Charisse_ Hi, I’m not sure of the scientific reason but I haven’t heard any dermatologist recommend it as a spot treatment.

@Gugx

9 ай бұрын

@Swifties0 Hi, I have combination skin & I use the Vichy Liftactiv Supreme Vit C serum.

@wiiiz3

9 ай бұрын

Do you apply azelaic acid before vitamin c?

@tanvichoudhary9370

8 ай бұрын

Hiiiii. Are you using it everyday for 2 years ? That means we can use it long term

Video for people with dry, acne prone, and hyperpigmentation please!

I'd never heard of azelaic acid until I started using Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel, it's one of the ingredients.

Hello! I am a new follower of your channel and have learned a lot. I am a mature older woman and would love to see your recommendations for neck and hand care. I've watched many of your videos and have not seen a focus on anti aging for neck and ha nds. Thank you.

@sheilaokororie1512

9 ай бұрын

She mentions in her retinol videos that she uses Olay retinol 24 for her hands & neck. I’ve been doing it for months & it definitely makes a difference.

Oh a newer video I thought Dr Alexis had stopped posting. I’ve learnt so much. Just got my Azelaic acid from Dermatica because of Dr Alexis🎉🎉

Thank you for the info. So I would wash my face as normal (gentle cleanser), and then apply azelaic acid & moisturizer initially... What moisturizers do you recommend? I currently use a CeraVe moisturizing lotion with hylauronic (sp) acid. Can you do a video on what is safe to pair with azelaic acid and what brands of azelaic acids and percentages you recommend? Again thank you ❤

i may or may not be binge watching your videos! i wish there was a way to talk about athletes! im a student athlete my schedule is always packed but i make time for skin care, im js confused about what i should apply and what i shouldn't. sometimes in one day i might take 2-3 showers, between, lift, class, practice.

hie Doc i learn so much from your videos thank you 🙏🏾 i’m in zimbabwe i can only get the ordinary AA this is my AM routine was wondering if it’s okay inkylist 15%vitamin c egf AA Niacinamide (the ordinary) cerave moisturizing lotion Nivea sensetive SPF 50 (mineral sunscreens are very expensive and hard to find)

Thank you for the upload. Can you explain what happens when you have a phototoxic reaction from medication and sunlight. Thank you in advance

Thanks for the video! Can you do a review on snail mucin please?!

Awesome information!! Thank you ❤. Can you also speak to the laser hair removal advertised on line. Are their any good ones for dark complexions

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Thank you and yes I can. I’ll make an updated video for you on this as there are a few new ones on the market🥰

@carlakoogler423

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!! You’re amazing!! Thanks for all you share. I trust and value your guidance!!

Would you recommend using 10% Azelaic Acid ( Paula’s Choice) with 20% super c brightening serum ( urban skin rx) ? I start my morning routine with weightless advanced toner and 2% BHA exfoliant ( Paula’s Choice)

Not related to this vid - do you have content on helping parents design skin care routines for our preteens? When to start? What do they need? What’s too strong? How to address hormone changes and acne? When should they see a dermatologist? I found the st Ives scrub under my 11yo daughter’s sink. (Eeek!) it was borrowed from a friend and I need to steer her right! Thanks much!!!

Would you recommend using azelaic acid for hyperpigmentation on the body?

I use azelaic 15% in the morning. Tretinoin 0.01% at night. I also use Sente and Elta MD UV clear sunscreen in the morning

I have to thank you soooooooooo much!!!! My insurance company decided they would no longer cover azelaic acid they now consider azelaic "cosmetic" not medical!! So I was on the hunt for a good azelaic acid because I cannot go without this for my rosacea. I was hunting and trying soooo many different azelaic acid then I found this video!!! So I tried Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid 20% Cream and OMG!! Just as good as my prescription and does not pill! Does not dry me out!! THANK YOU very very very much!!! OH did I say thank you? lol🥰😇😋 Last thing I had a few questions so I emailed them, they answered within the hour feeling satisfied with the answers I put in my order they ship shipped with in 8 hours! Who does that anymore??!! Great customer service!

@mariahpiper

Ай бұрын

Have you tried Good Rx? I was able to pay $34 out of pocket (instead of $200) with their coupon.

@TiaVaylik

Ай бұрын

@@mariahpiper I am very happy Dermatica Clarifying Azelaic Acid formula so I'm not looking anymore

I love azelaic acid! It’s a multi action active ❤

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

We love a multitasking ingredient❤

@obrnc0920

9 ай бұрын

Me too!! A friend who has glowing skin put me on to it so I get it compounded with niacinamide from my derm. Absolutely glowing skin!! 👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾👌🏾💞

Hi Dr, thank you so much for the information. Can please provide a ointment for DPN. What tool do you suggest to use a lymphatic massager. Thank you

You have such beautiful skin. I just have very dry skin, no other major skin issues.. I just want more even and brighter skin - what % of azelatic acid would you recommend please?

I use Unspotted night serum by Lion Pose and it has azelaic, Glycolic, Lactic, Tranexamic Acids that helps lighten the dark spots and hyperpigmentation and also exfoliates skin. It also has glutathione as antioxidant and Hyaluronic Acid, Tiger Grass, and Aloe for hydration. This is my current holy grail.

Thanks so much Dr Alexis. I am keen to try Azelaic acid for my hyperpigmentation and happy to know that I can purchase Dermatica in the UK. I would love to try Tretinoin but unfortunately, I it contains hydroquinone and Dr Vanita Rattan advise against it

@claudiapayton5862

8 ай бұрын

Tretinoin does not contain hydroquinone

I literally got my azelaic acid 5 days ago, the day you dropped the video

@swisdom9117

6 ай бұрын

Any results yet?

@morenikeadekoya5682

4 ай бұрын

Any results yet?

@bakeyfoxey6360

4 ай бұрын

I started reacting to it, started getting little pimples exactly where I applied it so i had to drop it. And I'm pretty sure I wasn't doing too much, just face wash and SPF and the weekly mandelic acid (not even moisturiser cause it is very hot where I am), which I still use and I'm not breaking out

@vickiea.7194

2 ай бұрын

​@@bakeyfoxey6360have you tried the azaleic acid without the mandelic acid? The mandelic acid and the azaleic acid can cause skin irritation

@chidinmanwamuo2599

3 күн бұрын

@@bakeyfoxey6360No moisturizer

Do you have a video on perioral dermatitis? If you do, haven’t been able to find it💕

How effective is it for hyperpigmentation and melasma

Question would it be safe to use azaleic acid on upper eyelids?

Please review the new Cyspera for us. Really inspired by your previous Cyspera Video but that’s not available any longer. So please do a review for the new one. Please please please. Thanks in advance for your help.

I miss your videos ❤

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your support! Many more videos coming soon!

Could this help with surgery scarring (specifically on the chest)? Do you have advice on repairing skin with dark (non red) scarring?

Hello Dr. Stephens! Thank you for providing such meaningful content. I had a chemical peel in Jan 2024 and was given a tretinoin/hydroquinone/hydrocortisone compound to use a few weeks later to address light pigmentation issues. A month later I noticed my skin tone was even, smoother but DARKER. I had another chemical peel 4 weeks later and I now have a green tint under my skin. Will azelaic acid be helpful for this issue?

Can you use Azelaic Acid with vitamin C during the day? Topping off with an SPF of course.

Dear doctor please review NIOD i am using its re pigment and its amazing. I was wondering how good are ita other products

Good information, thanks for sharing

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

What are good products or techniques to soften our hands and feet? Esp for winter and especially for healthcare workers always washing our hands?

I missed you!❤your content is life saving! When are you going to come out with your own skincare line???

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Everyone’s asking me this lately🫣

@JE-ng4ty

9 ай бұрын

@@DrAlexisStephens you are the best!

@silliwtd

9 ай бұрын

@@DrAlexisStephensEven if you never start a brand of your own, I appreciate that you’re an advisor for Naturium, it helps me put faith in them. I love their price point and how effective their products are. When products are affordably priced you wonder what is being sacrificed and why they differ from the brands that are $20/oz and with them the answer appears to be nothing

@leslierosa7755

9 ай бұрын

please do

hi! could i pair azelaic acid in the morning, with soolantra at night? as ive been using soolantra for a while and i dont think itd be a good idea to suddenly remove it from my routine :)

Can i use trentonin in the night and azealic acid in the day ?

Hi Dr. Alexis!! I’m so glad you’re doing these videos and sharing your knowledge. Have you checked out Koko Rose Beauty? It’s black owned. I have not personally trued their products as of yet. Is it possible you can check them out and share your thoughts? Thanks for all you do!

Doc, can you please tell us how you feel about pantothenic acid?? Thank you for the content 💚

Is azaleac acid ok for teens?

Dr. Alexis, there is a lot talk about NADS and the benefits …. Can you talk about this substance on your channel? Thank you. Expensive. I have seen it presented orally, via IV or topically.

Hello DR. For us living in very hot countries, is it safe to keep our product in the fridge? Azelaic acid, all the other serums/creams and sunscreens? If find them to separate outside the fridge, they change texture and look funny .. but im not sure everything can be kept in low temperatures

@MZG1992

9 ай бұрын

Wow

Hello, It’s possible to have 2 skin care routine and still effective? I started a skin care routine with vitamine C, alpha arbutin, mandelic acid, and retinol. I would like to change in second skin care routine after ~6 month with azelaic acid, glycolic, niacinamide, mandelic acid and retinol. I don’t know if it’s effective or adequate. And after 7 month I would like to return to first skin care routine and so on. So it is great ?

Yay! I was just wondering if there could be a "purge" at the beginning when using the azealic acid, that answered my question- and many others :) In your opinion, can a single daily application of 10% be effective to see results or is it better to aim for 2x a day? Do you have a general advice of how to use azealic acid and benzoyl peroxide in a acne routine?

Dr can you please make a video about how to treat yellow spots for skin of color? I have been dealing with that for month and it looks like the white doctors here in Germany are not used to darkskin Please give me some advice or better still make a video on the topic if you see my comment 🙏

It’s very irritating to my skin…what can I use instead??

Why can't it be used for spot treatment?

Same process if eczema is present?

My issue with it is the pilling and dryness. It almost makes me not want to use it. 😩 but I’m sticking to it!!

@lorettaudehchima6165

9 ай бұрын

Be sure to use hydrants like hyaluronic acid before use...i5 would help

@fefemyluv

9 ай бұрын

@@lorettaudehchima6165 I’ll try that! I usually reserve my hydrating products for PM and keep my AM routine pretty simple. Thanks!

Does azelaic acid treat closed comedones?

If I use retinol once a week should I not include this on a diff day of the week?

I can’t order from Canada can you suggest alternatives?

Great tips as always! Love to use 15% finacea gel every other night it took me a long time to see the results esp using it 3/4 times a week but it’s truly a game changer!!!

@DrAlexisStephens

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing 🥰

@lan92034

9 ай бұрын

@@DrAlexisStephens Hello, Dr. Stephens. You have been a great help to me and my skin care regimen! I also use your suggested sunscreen which is the supergoop bioretinol, which still blows my mind that it's so transparent. Most people don't even know about it! I was wondering, when using 20% Azelic acid, is one application of the SG bioretinol sunscreen enough for the whole day? Thank you!!

@MP-hw6sx

4 ай бұрын

Are you ordering from canada? Which website are you using and how much are you paying?

Is it okay to apply it on damp skin if you have melasma? I use it after cleansing but I dry my skin first with a towel before putting it on. Does anyone have experience with putting it on damp skin?

Do you put it on damp or dry skin?

Can you do a video on how to prevent or fix Turkey neck? That skin the starts to hang under our chin as we age?

Hi Dr. , Could you please make a video on using azelaic acid for perioral dermatitis and seborrhic dermatitis? I used 17% serum on my POD rash and it just went crazy. Now my skin is scabbing and is red, I see fresh skin underneath. But the skin looks leathery and scaly. I am really confused.

I though AA was safe to pair with most other actives. Are you suggesting not to pair with my liquid BHA exfoliant ?

Can u use azelaic acid on your body too?

If I am using a cleanser (Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Gentle Gel Cleanser) that contains Azelaic Acid, should I need to use another product that is only Azelaic Acid (The Ordinary)?

Hello, Can azelaic acid help treat redness from an impaired moisture barrier?

@Sxytrble

9 ай бұрын

Yes it can it does for me and I'm a meduim deep brown Queen who gets red bc of my hormones sometimes

Can you make an updated video on tinted mineral sunscreens?

@Sxytrble

9 ай бұрын

She has a video about this same thing look just search Dr Alexis sunscreen

@wiiiz3

9 ай бұрын

@@Sxytrble her last sunscreen was dropped 1.5 yrs ago, It needs to be updated since sunscreens without cast are growing fast. Ive been waiting for her review on cotz mineral sunscreen since it became more popular.

@Sxytrble

9 ай бұрын

@@wiiiz3 there is one from two months ago not about tinted but it is about sunscreen and mistakes to avoid

Please review new Cyspera for us. Inspired by your old video and want. To try but it no longer available. Could you please review the new Cyspera for us. Please please please. Thanks in advance for your help.

I just started my azelaic acid journey (9 days today) for my very stubborn hyperpigmentation. What other ingredient can I pair it with for better and/or faster results?

@claudiapayton5862

8 ай бұрын

Tretinoin

I’ve used Azelaic Acid as a spot treatment only for the anti bacterial component of it. That’s still effective right? I use on my body as a spot treatment with Retinal (also anti bacterial) instead of using Benzoyl Perioxide)

@kimberlylong4243

9 ай бұрын

She stated in the video that AA should be applied to the entire face not as a spot treatment

I am OBSESSED with azelaic acid!!! I use 15% compounded with niacinamide that my derm orders for me which is much more affordable than the 20% which is $500 at my pharmacy🤯 I only experienced itching when I started. No burning. I will never not use this, retinol, Vit C, and snail mucin. My skin loves them.

@aliayussuf9267

9 ай бұрын

How much do you pay for it sis?

@obrnc0920

9 ай бұрын

@@aliayussuf9267 not sure why my reply didn’t show up earlier. I pay $40 plus shipping for it. Huge difference!

Hi Doc, can I use Azelaic in the morning after my vitamin C and Tretinoin at night? I never want to be without my bestie, Tretinoin ever again. Love her too much to break up with her lol. I was initially on Accutane for 7 months which cleared all my acne away, then my dermatologist recommended Tretinoin for preventative measures and it has been a Gamechanger cos my skin is glowing and smooth like a baby’s bottom lol❤ My morning routine is; 1) Cleanse 2) Tone 3) Hyaluronic serum 4) Vitamin C serum 5) moisturiser 6) SPF Evening routine is: 1) Cleanse 2) Tone 3) Tretinoin 0.05%(pea-size amount) 4) moisturiser 5)rosehip oil( to seal everything in)

@MsWilli86

9 ай бұрын

Do you use chemical or mineral sunscreen...I prefer chemical myself and wonder if it will interact negatively with azelaic acid?

@ginjuice8951

9 ай бұрын

@@MsWilli86 I use mineral as I have sensitive combination,acne- prone, pigmentation skin. So, mineral sunscreens are best. I tried chemical sunscreens and that was the worst decision I ever made. But this is just for me. They might work for other people😊

@ClassNSass

8 ай бұрын

@ginjuice8951 I actually use azelaic acid in the mornings in a similar routine. I cleanse, tone, use a vitamin c serum, (let my skin dry for 2-5 mins) then apply azelaic acid 15%, moisturizer and sunscreen. No issues. I use tretinoin 0.01% at night in a similar routine as well.

did anyone feel stinging/ burning when using it? it also made a few small bumps appear on my skin, which developed into dark spots, so it was counterproductive

I don’t think we have access to Dermatica in Australia - is anyone aware of a good service that acts the same way in Australia? Have been using Finacea for a while and it was a game changer for my rosacea.

@user-vg6mk8rm3v

3 ай бұрын

Hey you can use the brand azclear Azelaic acid it’s 20% and over the counter Australian brand

Can to much azeliac acid darken your skin? I am light skin and my cheeks are darker. U can see a shadow around my mouth where i dont use the azeliac acid

I feel like my azeliac acid 15percent is darkening my face. I use bo at night. Am i doing some wrong?

Hi. Would Azelaic acid pair well after vitamin C and before a moisturiser in the morning?

@wiiiz3

9 ай бұрын

look up her morning skincare routine video for that answer

@ginjuice8951

9 ай бұрын

Vitamin C Azelaic acid Moisturiser SPF😊

@roxywyndham

5 ай бұрын

@@ginjuice8951thank you 😊

Hi Dr Alexis, in a previous video you gave a list of recommended vitamin c supplements to take that helps with hyperpigmentation. You called it internal sunscreen, what’s the name of it? Thanks!

@nachelong

8 ай бұрын

I think you might be meaning to say mineral sunscreen. That's what she recommends if you're dealing with hyperpigmentation. She's got lots of sunscreen videos you can check out.