Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Cream-Gel Serum, 0.17 fl oz — Oil-Free BHA Exfoliant

Paula's Choice BOOST 10% Azelaic Acid Booster is a lightweight, travel-sized cream-gel serum designed to clarify uneven tone, reduce the look of stubborn spots, and calm irritation for smoother, more radiant skin.

This concentrated booster blends 10% azelaic acid with additional exfoliating and soothing ingredients in an oil-free, fast-absorbing texture. Packaged in a compact 0.17 fl oz format, it can be used alone or mixed with your favorite moisturizer or topical treatment to target blemishes, post-acne marks, and uneven pigmentation without adding heavy oils or fragrance.

How does this booster tackle stubborn spots and uneven tone?

Azelaic acid at a 10% concentration helps even skin tone by addressing discoloration and the look of past breakouts. The formula also includes gentle exfoliating ingredients that help clear pores and smooth texture, promoting a more uniform appearance over time.

• 10% azelaic acid to help diminish the appearance of dark spots and uneven tone
• Contains salicylic acid (BHA) for gentle pore-clearing exfoliation
• Oil-free, non-comedogenic texture reduces likelihood of clogged pores

Can I mix this booster with other products in my routine?

Yes — the lightweight cream-gel is formulated to blend well with moisturizers, serums, or targeted acne treatments so you can customize strength and coverage. Start with a few drops mixed into a pea-sized amount of moisturizer, and increase as tolerated, observing skin’s response.

• Works alone as a spot or all-over treatment
• Mixes easily with moisturizers or other serums for customizable potency
• Safe to layer with benzoyl peroxide and most skin care actives when used sensibly

How should I use it for morning and evening routines?

Apply a small amount once or twice daily depending on sensitivity: a few drops alone for targeted spots or blended into your moisturizer for broader coverage. In the morning, always follow with a broad-spectrum SPF to protect treated skin from sun exposure and preserve results.

• Use once or twice daily as tolerated – morning and/or evening
• Can be used on its own or added to moisturizer for easier application
• Always pair daytime use with a sunscreen for optimal skin protection

What skin types and concerns is this booster best suited for?

The formula is developed to help those dealing with breakouts, post-acne discoloration, and texture irregularities, and it’s formulated without fragrance to minimize irritation. Because it’s lightweight and oil-free, it suits oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, and many with normal or dehydrated skin can use it sparingly where needed.

• Ideal for acne-prone, oily, and combination skin types
• Also helpful for people treating dark spots or uneven tone after breakouts
• Fragrance-free, lightweight option for sensitive skin when introduced gradually

Who is this for: Paula's Choice BOOST 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Cream Gel Serum is for someone seeking a compact, potent treatment to target stubborn spots and uneven pigmentation without heavy textures or added fragrance. It’s suited to travelers, people wanting to customize the strength of their treatments, and anyone looking for a science-backed booster to layer into an existing skin care routine focused on clearing pores and evening tone.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Azelaic Acid, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Glycerine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, Salicylic Acid, Adenosine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol