Hi! Can I use Azelaic Acid with Vit C serum in the AM?  I’ve been using this Vit C serum for about 3 weeks now and I like it and my skin likes it too but recently I learned that Azelaic acid is a godsend for hyperpigmentation and  hormonal acne. I want to incorporate it into my current skincare routine but I’m not sure how they’ll react with each other.

Dr. Dray says the TO Azelaic acid can be universally used alongside other products except with those containing peptides, copper containing products and L-Ascorbic form of Vit C. But some say to avoid using it together with other actives and vit c..? I’m confused

Any thoughts guys? 

Additional: 
I’ve also been using the Olay Retinol24 (2-3x a week at night) alternate with Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting BHA Exfoliant btw. I have not purged or broken out more than the usual. 

Am I doing too much?

Azelaic Acid + Vit C?

It stings a little. I think it goes with all Cerave products? I think it’s the niacinamide. I only use this if i have to.😵‍💫

It has a clean formulation. No fragrance.

1. Major whitecast. Fades after spreading it all over your skin but since it has a kinda thick formulation, the rubbing and tugging gets uncomfortable.

2. IT STUNG MY SKIN SO BAD. BURNING. At first I thought it was bc of skin barrier or sensitivity issues but when I used it again after my skin improved, it still burned upon application. The pain goes away after washing it off so it’s definitely this one. I have no issue with other mineral sunscreens. Maybe it’s the niacinamide bc the Cerave PM moisturizer also irritates my skin. 

It’s a mineral sunscreen with titanium and zinc so good for those sensitive to chemical sunscreens like me. And for the price, you get a lot of bang for your buck. 

It feels oily when you wash it off so use foaming cleanser afterwards. Wash your body off also (if you’re also in the shower) esp if you’re prone to body acne. 

A little goes a long way but I prefer to get semi-thick about esp for the eyes. It has fragrance but I don’t mind it.

Easy removal of heavy makeup. 👌🏼

But I wouldnt buy this again tho, I’ve switched to a light cleansing oil and I prefer that one. Easy wash-off even without 2nd wash with cleanser.

EllieDee