If there’s one thing about my skin I can appreciate, it’s that it’s never been prone to breakouts. As someone who’s worked in the beauty industry for over a decade, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating stubborn acne can be — not just the blemishes themselves, but the lingering dark spots they often leave behind. While I’m grateful my skincare concerns don’t involve FOBO (fear of breaking out), cycling through countless spot treatments or battling post-acne pigmentation, my complexion has its own challenge to keep me on my toes, one that may be even more stubborn to treat than acne: rosacea.Over the course of the last five years, what began as a subtle flush across the center of my face gradually transformed into persistent redness that peeked through even the most opaque foundation. Instead of addressing the inflammation itself, I became focused on disguising it. I cycled through green color correctors, heavy concealers and full-coverage foundations, hoping each new product would finally camouflage the redness. While they temporarily masked it, none of them actually solved the problem. Recently, I decided it was time to tackle the redness head on, and after a few Google searches, I stumbled upon the Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron redness soothing serum.Michelle RostamianI began incorporating it into my skincare routine and after about a month, I started noticing something I hadn't seen in years.I began incorporating it into my skincare routine and after about a month, I started noticing something I hadn’t seen in years: the redness gradually looked calmer, my complexion appeared more even and I found myself reaching for less makeup to hide it.The hero ingredient of this serum, of course, is 10% azelaic acid, a dermatologist-loved ingredient that’s often recommended for those dealing with redness, rosacea and post-blemish discoloration. Unlike harsher active ingredients that can leave sensitive skin feeling stripped or irritated, azelaic acid helps visibly calm inflammation while gently improving overall skin tone and texture over time. It’s a workhorse of an ingredient, as it can tackle multiple concerns at once, making it especially appealing if your skin is easily reactive.What also drew me to this particular formula was everything paired alongside the azelaic acid. The serum contains three types of hyaluronic acid to replenish hydration and help offset the dryness that active ingredients can sometimes cause, while soothing ingredients like aloe vera and glycerin help comfort the skin and reinforce the moisture barrier. The lightweight, milky texture absorbs quickly without feeling sticky or greasy, making it easy to layer underneath moisturizer and sunscreen both morning and night.AmazonThe serum contains three types of hyaluronic acid to replenish hydration and help offset the dryness that active ingredients can sometimes cause.Perhaps the biggest difference I noticed wasn’t that my rosacea disappeared overnight — it didn’t. Rather, my baseline redness gradually became less intense, and my skin looked calmer and more balanced overall. On days when I wore makeup, I found myself reaching for lighter-coverage products because I didn’t feel like I had to camouflage my complexion as much. Using it is quite simple. I reach for it three times a week and apply about a dropper full to my entire face right after cleansing. I let it absorb for a minute (it doesn’t feel sticky or greasy) before moving on to moisturizer. For anyone dealing with persistent facial redness or easily irritated skin, this serum is worth incorporating consistently and giving time to work. Ahead, see what some reviewers had to say — or keep scrolling to add this to your cart:“I have tried many products to easy redness, smooth rough skin, and reduce damage so I was skeptical going into this. I won’t say it is a miracle that fixes everything but it is pretty effective and doing what it says. I’m prone to redness and skin irritation and was very happy this didn’t have any coconut derivatives in it. I’m highly allergic. It absorbs into my skin immediately. In the morning my face has very little redness which is a HUGE improvement. Before using Anua Azelaic Acid I had rough bumpy skin on my forehead and inflammation. That has smoothed out and has nearly disappeared. My aunt who hadn’t seen me in a year told me the moment she saw me my skin looked amazing. So I think it is working and I’m on my second order.... in my subscription. Thank you Sid and Listen (instagram) for the suggestion.” — Jill R.“This product is really amazing. I don’t think I’ll ever stop using it. I’ve switched to all K-beauty products and in 5 months, my skin has finally achieved that clear, glowy look. Adding the Azelaic acid took it to the next level, really healing some old acne scars and evening my skin tone. It’s moisturizing, absorbs quickly, and is super affordable compared to many other serums on the market. I love it. My skin has never felt better!” — Ash Marx“It works! A nice step in my skincare routine. It is very soothing and I notice less redness on my cheeks.I will definitely repurchase but that shouldn’t be for a while because it lasts a long time!” — Rachel Satterfield “I had rosacea all my life until now. This serum pretty much reduced 90% of my redness within a week. Highly effective 👌” — Maritza RosasTrending In ShoppingMore In Shopping