Anua Azelaic 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing 90 Pad

🧼 Product Overview

These stretchable toner pads containing 10 % Azelaic Acid, multiple forms of Hyaluronic Acid, and a 7‑Cica complex are specially formulated to calm redness, soothe irritated or acne-prone skin, and provide deep hydration. The unique elastic fabric allows coverage of wider or targeted facial areas like cheeks or forehead.

🔑 Key Ingredients & Benefits

• 10 % Azelaic Acid: Comforts dry or irritated skin, fades pigmentation, refines texture, and reduces acne-related redness (~12.5% decrease shown in studies).

• Hyaluronic Acid Complex: Multiple molecular weights deliver immediate and long-lasting hydration (claimed 72-hour hydration).

• 7‑Cica Complex: Includes Centella Asiatica extracts (asiaticoside, madecassic acid, terminals) to soothe inflammation, reinforce barrier, and calm sensitivity.

• PHA (gluconolactone): Provides gentle, non-irritating exfoliation to refine skin.

• Additional ingredients such as ceramide NP, squalane, panthenol, tea tree water further support barrier repair and moisture retention

📊 Clinical & Efficacy Results

• Demonstrated 88–88.6 % soothing effect on externally irritated skin

• 18 % reduction in sebum, 16–17 % improved oil balance, and ~12.5 % reduced redness after 4 weeks in clinical testing on sensitive or acne-prone participants.

• When paired with Anua Azelaic Acid serum, immediate redness reduction of ~24.9 % was observed.

🧴 Texture & Usage Experience

• Pads are pre-soaked in a water‑light, non-sticky essence that hydrates and evenly spreads without greasiness.

• Built with a smooth side for toning and a textured side for light exfoliation or spreading the essence.

• No rinse needed—just pat the leftover product into the skin.

✅ How to Use

1. Cleanse face thoroughly.

2. Optionally leave the pad on red or irritated areas as a mini‑mask for 5–20 minutes.

3. Gently wipe or glide the pad across the face, then pat in any remaining essence.

4. Use daily, morning and/or night.

5. Follow with serum and moisturizer; apply SPF in the morning.

6. Stretch the pad gently to cover wider zones if needed.

👤 Who It’s For

• Ideal for sensitive, redness-prone, acne-prone, or irritated skin—particularly when dryness-induced redness is present.

• Also helpful during skincare recovery phases or post-procedure, offering hydration and calming relief.

⚝ Pros & Considerations

💬 User Feedback Highlights

“I personally had empty a bottle of [Anua azelaic serum]… helps a lot on my redness, doesn’t dry skin out… works well.”
— user with oily, acne-prone skin

However, numerous Reddit users report irritation, barrier damage, or acne flare-ups when using Anua products—particularly pads or serums. Many advised caution and barrier-focused routines first.

🧾 Final Take

The Anua Azelaic 10 % Hyaluron Redness Soothing Pad is a multifunctional, high-concentration ingredient pad designed to calm redness, hydrate deeply, gently exfoliate, and clarify skin texture. It’s suited for reactive, acne-prone, or sensitive skin in need of immediate soothing and recovery.