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Anua Azelaic Acid 15 Intense Calming Serum, 30ml (Light)
Anua Azelaic Acid 15 Intense Calming Serum, 30ml (Light)
Rated 4.7 out of 7.0 on @cosme, Japan's largest beauty review site
Anua Azelaic Acid 15 Intense Calming Serum, a leave-on serum that calms redness and targets sebum, blemishes, and the look of pores.
✓ 100% authentic, bought in Japan
✓ Ships from Tokyo in 3 business days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
Anua Azelaic Acid 15 Intense Calming Serum is a Korean face serum, 30ml, with a refreshing feel. Smoothed on after cleansing, it pairs azelaic acid with Centella to calm redness and reactivity while working on sebum, blemish-prone skin, and the look of pores, leaving skin clearer, smoother, and more even. It suits daily use.
Why it's different
Azelaic acid targets sebum, blemish-prone skin, and uneven tone, while Centella calms redness and reactivity.
Unlike the sheet-mask version, this is a leave-on serum for continuous daily care.
The lightweight, refreshing texture suits oily and combination skin that wants soothing plus clarity.
Key ingredients
Azelaic acid: targets sebum, blemish-prone skin, and uneven tone
Centella asiatica (CICA): calms redness and soothes reactive skin
How to use
1. After cleansing, smooth skin with toner.
2. Take a small amount and spread it over the face.
3. Focus on breakout-prone or uneven areas.
4. Follow with moisturizer, and use sunscreen in the morning.
Anua Azelaic Acid 15 Intense Calming Serum, 30ml (Light)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What does azelaic acid do for skin?
Azelaic acid helps with blemish-prone skin, excess sebum, and uneven tone, and it is gentler than many strong actives. Here it is paired with soothing Centella, so it calms while it clarifies.
How is this different from the azelaic acid sheet mask?
This is a leave-on serum for daily continuous care, while the mask is a rinse-and-remove treatment. The serum works into your routine every day, whereas the mask is an occasional soothing step.
Is it good for oily, breakout-prone skin?
Yes. It targets sebum and blemish-prone skin with azelaic acid and calms with Centella, in a light, refreshing texture, so it suits oily and combination skin. Introduce it gradually if you are sensitive.
When do I use it?
After toner and before moisturizer, once or twice a day. In the morning, follow with sunscreen, since exfoliating and blemish actives pair best with daily SPF.
We ship internationally from Japan!
International Delivery Rates
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does international shipping take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan. As of 22 July 2026:
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
These are estimates only. Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. We offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I have to pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
What our customers are saying
I've been using it for about three weeks, and it's neither good nor bad. I haven't had any particular skin irritation, but I wouldn't say my skin is in great condition, so I'll continue to use it. However, it's very smooth, and I like the feel of it!
The serum is a little sticky, but it does make my skin feel smoother.
If you use it immediately after washing your face, your skin will feel moisturized. I've just started using it to prevent acne, and I'm looking forward to seeing results.
I was using hyaluronic acid from Anua. I also bought azelaic acid because I was concerned about acne scars. I feel like the redness has improved.
I was looking for a good value serum and bought this one. It has a light texture and seems to be effective in controlling sebum, so it was perfect for my combination skin! However, this green serum is supposed to be best used at night, so I only use it at night! My skin has been relatively stable since using this, so I plan to continue using it in the future (^^)