Geek & Gorgeous 101 aPAD - 20% Azelaic Derivative Serum, evens skin tone, normalizes oil production & calms skin - all skin types including sensitive, 30ml

I switched to this from the Dermatica azelaic acid and have really enjoyed using it. The texture is one of the main differences for me. This is more of a slightly thicker serum, whereas Dermatica was a cream. It has no scent, spreads easily and absorbs beautifully into the skin. I use it once a day, usually as one of the first steps after toner. I have concerns about the dropper compared to a pump, but haven't noticed any degradation. It leaves my skin feeling soft and comfortable, not tight or sticky. I have definitely seen an improvement in the overall evenness of my skin tone and a reduction in background redness. I do use it alongside other products, particularly Medik8 Calmwise Colour Correct, so I cannot attribute all the results to this alone. I have used two different azelaic acid products over time, so the improvement may be cumulative. This is my first Geek and Gorgeous purchase and I am impressed. The quality feels high for the price point and I would happily buy it again. I would also be interested in exploring more from the range based on this experience.

I forgot that I purchased this product and so decide to combine it with tretinoin. The results together have been amazing, especially against diminishing hyperpigmentation that I had on my forehead which after a month or so has now disappeared. I do have sensitive skin and every so often will combine the two together on my face which after a number of days leaves a glass like finish. I also use the product on my nose and at the age of 50 still suffer with oily skin and blocked pores and this either on its on or again combined with tretinoin really does slow down the production of sebum and blackheads. If used every day and esp on the nose, it can be rather drying so use sparingly, maybe once a day or to start with, every other day. Even though I suffer with oily skin, both products together or even on their own, do make my face slightly dry. In this instance, I do use a powdered enzyme exfoliator maybe once a week or every two weeks and only use these products at night, occasionally depending on how blocked my nose can be I will use the acid twice a day.

Not sure if its working, but my skin is softer, absorb Welland it's good value for the money.

A serum that works, improvement seen after use after 1 night. Easy to apply after cleansing, absorbs into the skin nicely. Brighter complexion and visibly reduces hyperpigmentation. No skin irritation for me and I have sensitive skin and eczema but not on my face. I use it twice a day morning and night every other day and a vitamin c cream and moisturizer from dermatica. I will say the special part of this regime is this product!

Purchased this many times- love it. I use it with Dermatica's Azelaic acid and the combination really works to help gentley resurface the skin (improving texture) and reduce hyperpigmentation. I saw results after about 6 weeks with consistent use (at least 5 times a week). This is also an option for those who find Azelaic acid a bit too irritating for the skin due to it being a derivative serum. Definitely recommend.

I was recommended to buy this to pair with another serum Good price excellent serum

I use it few times a week in the mornings and I go through the bottle quite fast as the consistency is thick. Not sure it does much but it components mg routine

Everyone's skin is different so take all reviews on skincare products with a grain of salt. However, my concern is about the fact that both bottles I've ordered: Once opened, after a few weeks, a reaction occurs where it becomes flakey when it dries on the skin. I've tested this on a plastic sheet and the same dry flakey residue occured. May be an issue with the batch but it's put me off using it as it seems it has a very short productive lifespan once opened.

Empiezo con lo que no me ha gustado: el packaging me hizo sospechar que el producto pudiera haber sido vendido a otra persona previamente; la caja no venía envuelta en plástico, estaba un poco destrozada y el tapón del producto no hizo el típico "clac" al girarlo "desprecintando" de alguna manera el bote. El producto en sí, una maravilla. No imaginaba que fuera tan bueno. Tengo rosácea y en dos días la inflamación y la rojez habían disminuido una barbaridad y sin ser agresivo para la piel (otros productos han conseguido efectos parecidos pero pelando la piel del rostro, este no). Estoy muy contenta

I’ve only been using this product a week but I’ve already noticed big changes in my rosacea and spider veins. Would highly recommend.

Ich bin jetzt ein Weilchen im Skincaregame, habe entsprechend schon viele Seren ausprobiert, um meine Rötungen und gelegentlichen Unreinheiten in den Griff zu bekommen, aber das aPAD von Geek & Gorgeous ist mein absoluter Favorit geworden. 3 Argumente: Die perfekte Textur: Im Gegensatz zu vielen Azelainsäure-Produkten, die oft krümelig oder dickflüssig sind, ist dieses Serum auf Wasserbasis. Es ist super leicht, zieht sofort ein und lässt sich perfekt mit anderen Produkten schichten, ohne zu "pillingen" (Röllchenbildung). Wirkung ohne Reizung: Mit 20% Azeclair (einem Derivat der Azelainsäure) wirkt es extrem effektiv gegen Rötungen und Pickelmale, ist dabei aber erstaunlich sanft. Meine Haut fühlt sich nach der Anwendung beruhigt an, nicht gereizt. Glow-Effekt: Wie auf der Packung versprochen ("balance + brighten"), sorgt es für einen viel ebenmäßigeren Teint. Rote Flecken verblassen deutlich schneller und die Haut bekommt eine gesunde Ausstrahlung. Unschlagbares Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis: Für die Qualität der Inhaltsstoffe und die saubere Formulierung ist der Preis sehr gut. Fazit: Wer mit Rötungen, Rosacea oder Unreinheiten zu kämpfen hat und eine leichte, effektive Lösung sucht, kommt an diesem Serum nicht vorbei. Es ist die sanftere, aber ebenso wirkungsvolle Alternative zu herkömmlichen Azelainsäure-Cremes. Ein absolutes Nachkaufprodukt!

I have sensitive, oily skin that has become much more reactive in recent years. I've had perioral dermatitis on and off since I was a kid, and it's come back with a vengeance. So many products I used to tolerate well now make my face burn. This product, however, I tolerate very well. I patch tested it before using, of course, but I've had instances where something patch tests fine and then irritates my face when I spread it all over. This not only does not make my face itch, burn or swell, but delivers on the promises it makes pretty quickly: my swelling went down, my redness is much subtler and I have no itching around my nose (which for me is a constant). Naturally other people might be sensitive to this, but if you have similar skin to mine (acne and irritation prone, sensitive, oily) you might do well with this, even if it is an azelaic acid derivative rather than azelaic acid. I can't speak to the data backing it up, but I certainly have had very good results so far.

Excellent sérum! J’y reviens toujours. En complément avec la niacinamide permet une uniformisation du teint. Accélération de la disparition des boutons et de leur marque, atténue les taches brunes bref! Un classique de ma salle de bain!