10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster

exfoliant · 5 ml · Skincare

Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 21-ingredient list, with salicylic acid, azelaic acid and allantoin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane).

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Contains silicones
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster

Salicylic acid (BHA)
An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.
Azelaic acid
Calms redness and evens tone; used for breakouts and rosacea-prone skin.
Allantoin
A soothing, softening ingredient.

Full ingredient list, decoded

21 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Azelaic Acid
3C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
4Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
5Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
6GlycerineGlycerin is a clear, odorless, slightly sweet liquid that draws water into the skin's…
7Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
8Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
9DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
10Salicylic Acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid, exfoliant)Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
11enisonedA
12Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractA plant extract made from the root of the licorice plant, Glycyrrhiza glabra. It is…
13Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract
14AllantoinAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
15BisabololBisabolol is a mild, plant-based ingredient that softens skin and soothes the feel of a…
16CyclopentasiloxaneCyclomethicone is a light silicone made of ring-shaped molecules, and its main job is…Silicones
17Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
18Sclerotium GumSclerotium Gum is a thickening polymer made by fermenting a fungus. It gives creams and…
19PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
20Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
21PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…

Source: Paula's Choice product page, www.paulaschoice.co.uk/aa-booster/m7750.html, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#9), Cyclopentasiloxane (#16)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster fragrance-free?

Yes. Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Salicylic acid (BHA), Azelaic acid and Allantoin.