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| Product Name | Azelaic Acid |
| CAS No. | 123-99-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H16O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 188.22 |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Assay | 99% |
| Grade | Cosmetic Grade |
| Brand Name | Greenway |
Azelaic acid is an organic compound with the formula (CH2)7(CO2H)2. This saturated dicarboxylic acid exists as a white crystalline powder. It is found in wheat, rye, and barley. It is a component of a number of hair and skin conditioners.
1. Azelaic acid is used to treat mild to moderate acne, both comedonal acne and inflammatory acne. It belongs to a class of medication called dicarboxylic acids. It works by killing acne bacteria that infect skin pores. It also decreases the production of keratin, which is a natural substance that promotes the growth of acne bacteria.
2. Azelaic acid has been used for treatment of skin pigmentation including melasma and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, particularly in those with darker skin types. It has been recommended as an alternative to hydroquinone (HQ). As a tyrosinase inhibitor, azelaic acid reduces synthesis of melanin.
3. Azelaic acid can inhibit microbial protein synthesis, so for Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis have antibacterial activity, can be used as anti-acne drug.
4. Azelaic acid or zinc salts, and vitamin B6 compatibility, can be used for hair care products for men, hair loss disease etc.
