Description
The Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner is Anua’s Azelaic 3 Cica Skin Clarifying Toner, a lightweight, green-toned toner made with 3% azelaic acid and a complex of 7 types of cica to soothe sensitive skin, smooth rough texture and calm the look of redness. It refreshes instantly and leaves skin feeling calm, smooth and balanced.
The 250ml bottle has a watery texture that can be patted in by hand or swiped on with a cotton pad.
What the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner Does
Anua describes three roles for this toner. As a hydrating daily toner, it leaves skin refreshed and hydrated while balancing oil and moisture. As a texture refiner, a gentle exfoliating blend of AHA, BHA and succinic acid removes impurities and built-up dead skin cells from pores and gently removes excess sebum. And as a soothing step, 3% azelaic acid and 7-cica help calm sensitive, breakout-prone skin and reduce the look of redness caused by dryness.
Anua notes it has been tested for skin irritation and non-comedogenicity, making it suitable for daily use.
Key Ingredients in the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner
Azelaic acid 3%. Helps soothe sensitivity, gently exfoliate dead skin and improve clogged pores.
7-cica complex. Centella asiatica and related actives such as madecassoside and asiaticoside calm heat-triggered redness and support irritated skin.
Glycyrrhizic acid. Gives concentrated soothing care for stubborn spots.
AHA, BHA and succinic acid. Glycolic acid, salicylic acid and succinic acid work together for gentle exfoliation and clearer-feeling pores.
Hydrators. Sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, glycerin and ceramide NP keep the skin comfortable.
Who Should Use the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner
Anua lists normal and sensitive skin as key matches. It also suits skin prone to breakouts, skin with visible redness, and oily or combination skin with clogged pores and rough texture. Because it is non-comedogenic and has no artificial colourant, it is easy to use every day as part of a calming routine.
How to Use the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner
Daily care: after cleansing, pour onto your hands and pat evenly into the skin, avoiding the eye area.
Special care: when you are concerned about texture or pores, apply to a cotton pad and swipe gently across the face, then let it absorb. Using a cotton pad gives more exfoliation and impurity removal. It can be used every day, morning and evening.
Building an Azelaic Routine
Anua pairs this toner with its Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum and its azelaic moisturiser for a complete calming routine. Follow the toner with a serum and moisturiser, and use sunscreen during the day because the formula contains exfoliating acids.
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Texture and Finish
The Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner is watery and lightweight. It absorbs quickly with a refreshing touch and leaves skin feeling hydrated, smooth and balanced, never sticky, so it layers well under serums and moisturisers.
Tips for Best Results With the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner
Start with hand application once a day if your skin is new to azelaic acid or acids in general, then build up to twice daily. Save the cotton-pad method for days when texture or clogged pores need extra attention.
Apply to clean, dry or slightly damp skin, and let it absorb before layering a serum. If you also use retinoids or strong exfoliating products, alternate them with this toner rather than stacking several acids at once.
Always follow with a moisturiser, and use sunscreen every morning, because the formula contains exfoliating acids that can make skin more sensitive to the sun.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients are listed as published by Anua. Formulas can be updated by the brand, so always check the packaging for the most current list.
Water, Azelaic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Xylose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Propanediol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Asiaticoside, Allantoin, Ectoin, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Succinic Acid, Zinc PCA, Glycolic Acid, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglutamic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Totarol, Squalane, Ceramide NP, Disodium EDTA, o-Cymen-5-ol
Good to Know
Every skin is different, so a short patch test is a sensible first step with any new product. Apply a small amount to the side of the neck or behind the ear for a couple of days before using it across the face. Keep it out of the eyes, and stop using it if lasting redness, stinging or itching appears. If you already use prescription treatments or have a diagnosed skin condition, check with your dermatologist before adding something new.
Because the toner contains AHA and BHA, introduce it gradually if you already use other exfoliants, and wear sunscreen in the daytime. Keep the bottle closed and stored away from heat and direct sunlight.
See more on the official Anua product page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much azelaic acid is in the Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Toner? Anua lists 3% azelaic acid.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin? Yes, Anua lists sensitive skin as a match and says it is tested for skin irritation.
Hands or cotton pad? Hands for daily soothing; a cotton pad for extra exfoliation when texture or pores are a concern.
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