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.
Dimethicone
A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

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 Extract
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…
16CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight silicone that helps products spread smoothly and then evaporates, leaving…Silicones
17Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
18Sclerotium Gum
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.

What is Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Face Booster good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Salicylic acid (BHA), Azelaic acid, Allantoin and Dimethicone.