Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin scores 4.4/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Softens and smooths
Silicone that smooths and protects
Reduces redness and evens skin tone
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin stand out
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin is a modest moisturiser with an overall score of 4.4/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Dimethicone, Azelaic Acid — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Isodecyl Neopentanoate
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Azelaic Acid
Works on your skin — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethyl Isosorbide
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
17 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Softens and smooths5
- Holds the formula together3
- Other ingredient2
- Works on your skin2
- Draws in moisture2
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Formula balancers1