Azelaic Acid: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications

    October 2024 in “ Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology ”
    Xiaoyue Feng, J. Shang, Zhengping Gu … Youting Liu
    Studysummary This review discusses azelaic acid's mechanisms and uses in dermatology, noting its effectiveness in treating conditions like rosacea, acne, and melasma, but reports no new clinical results.
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