TIRTIR Azelaic Acid 12% Serum — Efficacy 4.5/5.0, Safety 4.6/5.0 | DemythSkin
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TIRTIR Azelaic Acid 12% Serum

TIRTIR Azelaic Acid 12% Serum

SerumAcne, redness, uneven tone
Efficacy
Exceptional
4.5 / 5.0
Safety
Safe
4.6 / 5.0
System Verdict
Solid high-concentration azelaic acid serum that effectively targets acne and redness with supportive soothing actives. Efficacy score of 4.5 reflects 12% azelaic acid in position 2 (likely >10% concentration, optimal for anti-acne/rosacea), paired with Zinc PCA for sebum control and anti-microbial synergy, Panthenol/Ceramide NP for barrier support, plus humectants; no pH issues noted for dicarboxylic acid stability, Tocopherol adds antioxidant protection without jar packaging concerns.
Active Ingredients Detected
S Tier: Gold StandardsHigh Clinical Proof | Skin-Transformative
Azelaic Acid
A Tier: Good BasicsProven Results
WaterPanthenolSorbitolTocopherolBetaineHyaluronic Acid/Polyisopropylacrylamide CopolymerHydrogenated LecithinCeramide NP
B Tier: Supporting IngredientsPromising Ingredients
Propylene GlycolSodium HydroxidePentylene GlycolHydroxyethylcelluloseGlucose1,2-HexanediolButylene GlycolFructooligosaccharidesFructoseBiosaccharide Gum-1TromethamineXanthan GumZinc PCADipropylene GlycolCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
C Tier: Marketing IdolsHype | Limited or Weak Data
Chondrus Crispus ExtractChlorella Vulgaris ExtractSaccharum Officinarum Extract
D Tier: Potential IrritantsBe Cautious
Ethylhexylglycerin
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