Azelskin 10% Cream (containing Azelaic Acid 10% w/w) is a topical dermatological medication primarily prescribed to treat mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris, reduce hyperpigmentation, and manage inflammatory skin conditions like rosacea. Primary Uses & Medical Benefits • Acne Treatment: It targets acne by killing acne-causing bacteria (such as Cutibacterium acnes) and reducing the formation of pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. • Hyperpigmentation & Melasma: It functions as a tyrosinase inhibitor, which slows down melanin production. This helps fade dark spots, sun spots, and patches caused by melasma. • Post-Acne Marks: It effectively reduces erythema (redness) and dark spots left behind after acne blemishes heal (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation). • Unclogging Pores: By regulating skin cell turnover, it prevents the buildup of dead skin cells (keratin) that can trap oil and block pores.