Azelaic acid (AzA) is an organic compound with the formula HOOC(CH2)7COOH. [3] This saturated dicarboxylic acid exists as a white powder. It is found in wheat, rye and barley. It is a precursor to a variety of industrial products including polymers and plasticizers, and an ingredient in many hair an

Azelaic acid​ is a natural dicarboxylic acid with antibacterial, acne-dissolving, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and tyrosinase inhibitory effects. It is well known among acne sufferers. Of course, many rosacea sufferers are also familiar.