To see product details, add this item to your cart.
FREE Returns
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns. How to return the item? - Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Ships from: Amazon Sold by: Paula's Choice Skincare
- 6 VIDEOS
Image Unavailable
Color:
-
-
-
- To view this video download Flash Player
Paula's Choice BOOST 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Cream Gel, Licorice Extract & Salicylic Acid, Oil-Free Skin Brightening Serum, 1 Ounce
Purchase options and add-ons
Skin Type | Oily, Combination, Dry, Normal |
Product Benefits | Brightening |
Use for | Face |
Scent | Unscented |
Special Ingredients | Antioxidants, Salicylic Acid |
About this item
- CLARIFY SKIN, SOOTHE IRRITATION: This highly effective serum booster is a multi-action powerhouse, featuring Azelaic Acid, known to reduce the look of blemishes and acne, while also helping to fade brown spots and marks from previous acne breakouts.
- Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster also contains salicylic acid (BHA) a gentle exfoliator. The multi-tasking formula boasts a lightweight, oil-free texture that works beautifully on its own or mixed with other acne treatments, like benzoyl peroxide.
- Use this booster alone or add a couple drops to a moisturizer twice daily as part of your morning & evening skin care. Use along with your favorite Paula's Choice cleanser, toner, exfoliator, spot treatments & moisturizer with SPF for daytime wear.
- Paula's Choice products are made with YOUR SKIN in mind. Whatever your skincare concern, whether dryness, acne, fine lines, or sensitive skin; we've got a treatment line for you. The search for amazing skin care ends here. Finally, you found it.
- Paula's Choice Skincare makes products that work. No fragrance, no parabens, no fluff. Just effective, science-backed formulas that target any concern from wrinkles to breakouts.
Frequently bought together
Related Climate Pledge Friendly items
- Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Compact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)products have reduced water and/or air in the product or packaging for more efficient transportation.
- Paula's Choice CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser, Salicylic Acid Acne Face Wash, Redness & Blackheads, 6 OunceAmazon's Choicein Facial Cleansing GelsFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Compact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)products have reduced water and/or air in the product or packaging for more efficient transportation.
- La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer | Daily Moisturizer Face Cream with Ceramide and Niacinamide for All Skin Types | Oil Free | Fragrance FreeFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Cradle to Cradle Certified products are made with safer materials and responsible processes to positively impact people and our planet.
- Paula's Choice SKIN RECOVERY Cream Cleanser, 16 Ounce Bottle for Extra Sensitive, Redness and Rosacea Prone Skin, Normal to Very Dry Facial SkinFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Compact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)products have reduced water and/or air in the product or packaging for more efficient transportation.
- Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser with Pump Dispenser - 8 fl oz - Formulated Without Common Irritants for Those with Sensitive SkinFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Compact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)products have reduced water and/or air in the product or packaging for more efficient transportation.
- Paula's Choice RESIST Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser, Green Tea & Chamomile, Anti-Aging Face Wash, Dry Skin, 6.4 OunceFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Compact by Design (Amazon-developed Certification)products have reduced water and/or air in the product or packaging for more efficient transportation.
Product Description
|
|
|
---|---|---|
About PaulaSkin care visionary Paula Begoun founded our company with one goal—help women uncover the truth about skin care. Over 35 years ago, she set out to discover which products would actually transform skin’s appearance and health and which were just fluff. True to that legacy, Paula’s Choice Skincare formulates effective products rooted in scientific research and backed by real results. |
Beauty Begins with TruthSince 1995 we’ve been questioning ingredients, following the facts and standing up for the consumer, because you deserve products that work exactly as they claim to. We do the research and formulate smart, efficacious products that transform skin of all ages and types for the better. |
Smart Beauty PhilosophyYou deserve smart skin care choices—minus all the hype. Our philosophy? Smart Beauty. Because the products you use should work and be good for your skin, no exceptions. Our formulas are effective, safe and backed by cited research we share with you along the way. Smart. Safe. Effective. Fragrance-free. Cruelty-free. Non-Irritating. Made in the USA. |
Product details
- Package Dimensions : 4.61 x 1.39 x 0.87 inches; 1 ounces
- Manufacturer : Paula's Choice
- ASIN : B00V4PNAI4
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,511 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #41 in Facial Serums
- Customer Reviews:
Product guides and documents
Compare with similar items
This Item Paula's Choice BOOST 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Cream Gel, Licorice Extract & Salicylic Acid, Oil-Free Skin Brightening Serum, 1 Ounce | Recommendations | dummy | dummy | dummy | dummy | |
Try again! Added to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart | Try again! Added to Cart | |
Price | $39.00$39.00 | $14.99$14.99 | $27.00$27.00 | $15.99$15.99 | -48% $13.00$13.00 List: $25.00 | $44.00$44.00 |
Price Per Unit | $39.00 / Fl Oz | $9.43 / Ounce | $27.00 / Count | $15.99 / Ounce | $3.85 / Fl Oz | $44.00 / Fl Oz |
Delivery | Get it as soon as Monday, Mar 25 | Get it as soon as Monday, Mar 25 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26 | Get it as soon as Monday, Mar 25 | Get it as soon as Monday, Mar 25 | Get it as soon as Monday, Mar 25 |
Customer Ratings | ||||||
For sensitive skin | 4.1 | — | 3.3 | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.8 |
Moisturizing | 3.7 | — | 4.0 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Scent | 3.9 | — | 4.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Paula's Choice Skincare | QingMingFu | Divine Derriere ™ | KisoCare | COSRX | Paula's Choice Skincare |
skin type | Normal, Combination, Oily, Dry | All, Combination, Sensitive, Oily, Dry | All, Combination, Oily, Dry, Sensitive | Oily, Combination, Dry, Normal | All | Oily, Combination, Sensitive, Dry, Normal |
active ingredients | 10% Azelaic Acid, 0.5% Salicylic Acid (BHA), Licorice Root Extract, salicylic acid | Azalaic Acid | Azelaic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide | Azelaic Acid,Niacinamide,Stabilized Vitamin C Derivative APS,Hyaluronic Acid,Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Ex | Snail Mucin | Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, Beta-Glucan + Licorice Root Extract, hyaluronic acid |
form | Cream | Cream | Serum | ESSENCE | Gel | Gel |
volume | 1 fluid ounces | — | — | 30 milliliters | 100 milliliters | — |
recommended uses | Uneven Skin Tone | — | Focus,Acne,Brightening | Moisturizing,Provides Vitamins,Sensitivity Relief,Smoothening | Dryness | Hydrating,Sun Protections,Soothing,Anti-aging,Sensitivity Relief |
scent | Unscented | Aloe vera | Unscented | Aloe | Unscented | Unscented |
Videos
Videos for this product
1:27
Click to play video
do NOT buy before watching this! Paula's Choice BOOST
Ryan
Videos for this product
1:00
Click to play video
Before and After Using This Product! Watch Before You Buy!
Jenessa
Videos for this product
0:53
Click to play video
Watch Before Buying! Reviewing Boost Cream and Smell!
Connor Scrucek
Videos for this product
1:19
Click to play video
(Review) Paulas Choice Azelaic Acid Booster..
Should I Get It Reviews
Important information
Safety Information
We carefully formulate our products without artificial dyes or fragrances to minimize the risk of sensitivity. To ensure this is the right product for you, please always patch test & note skin's response over the next 48 hours prior to use. If you have a salicylate allergy, check with your physician before using any products that contain salicylic acid (BHA).
Indications
Clarifies uneven tone, targets stubborn spots and soothes irritation for smoother, more radiant-looking skin.
Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Azelaic Acid, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Glycerine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, Salicylic Acid, Adenosine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
Directions
Once or twice daily, apply to face and neck. May be used alone or added to your favorite moisturizer or serum. For daytime, always follow with a sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.
Looking for specific info?
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the effect of the skin serum. They say it helps even skin tone, make it smoother, and clearer. They also say it works great and is pleased with the results. Customers are satisfied with the texture and moisturizing. However, some customers feel the size is too small for the price. They feel the value is not worth the extreme price. Customers disagree on smell and irritation.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers like the effect of the skin serum. They say it helps even skin tone, makes skin smoother, and clearer. Some customers also say that it reduces redness and swelling on the face. Overall, most are happy with the product's effect on their skin.
"...to start using it on the tops of my hands, and those dark spots are now fading substantially as well...." Read more
"...I think this stuff has helped make my skin smoother, clearer, and keeps breakouts away to some extent...." Read more
"...known to mankind, but it helps with after 40 breakouts, minor wrinkling and cell turnover. For me, it's a keeper." Read more
"...Helps even the skin tone and texture and mattifies my final step even when mixed with a heavy moisturizer that usually leaves my skin shiny...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the skin serum. They say it works well, is pleased with the results, and lasts for a long time. Some customers mention that the product is a little pricey but totally worth every penny.
"Moisturizing. Not pasty/chalky like another brand I used before this. Works well with other products and under makeup...." Read more
"...been using it for a few weeks, mostly as a spot treatment, and it works pretty well...." Read more
"...It truly works amazing, and I will continue to use it as part of my daily skincare routine." Read more
"...It's a little pricey but totally worth every penny." Read more
Customers like the texture of the skin serum. They mention it has a white lotion-like texture, and it helps with texture. Some say that it's smooth and melts right into their skin. Overall, customers are happy with the texture and find it to be light and easy to absorb.
"...moisturizing and it has not only softened my skin, it has changed the texture. Once again, Paula's Choice absolutely knocks it out of the park...." Read more
"...The texture is great, a little goes a long way and it absorbs pretty quickly and well into the skin...." Read more
"...Texture / smell ----There is no smell and it's a white lotion-like texture similar to lightweight Aveeno...." Read more
"...it, I passed myself in the mirror and thought I looked different - smoother and brighter. This is the only change I’ve made to my skincare routine...." Read more
Customers like the moisturizing of the skin serum. They say it moisturizes their face so well that they glow and it minimizes redness. Some say that their skin reacts very well to the ingredient and the product is fine on sensitive skin. They also say that by month four, their skin is so much better and doesn't think they'll ever stop using it. Overall, most are happy with the product's moisturization and say it absorbs quickly and well into the skin.
"Moisturizing. Not pasty/chalky like another brand I used before this. Works well with other products and under makeup...." Read more
"...It takes a while for most people to see results but my skin reacts very well to this ingredient and texture wise I see results within a week or too...." Read more
"...It also isn’t irritating or drying. My skin tends to get dry and peely with harsh products, I have not had that issue with this product...." Read more
"...By month four, my skin is so much better that I don’t think I’ll ever stop using this.No, my skin isn’t perfect...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the smell of the skin serum. Some mention that it absorbs quickly and does not have any scent, while others say that it has a terrible smell.
"...That's not it's purpose. It doesn't have a scent, or if it does it's so light it's difficult to detect ......" Read more
"I want to love this product. But the smell is terrible. And both times I've ordered the product has been separated...." Read more
"...It’s fragrance free, which is a plus. It also seems gentle so far and I’ve used it twice a day for 3 days already...." Read more
"...Also there’s a bit of a smell, not much of a bother, but I don’t like it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the irritation of the skin serum. Some mention that it clears up their break outs and doesn't irritate their extremely sensitive skin. However, others say that it can be a little irritating and can be too harsh for them.
"...It’s fragrance free, which is a plus. It also seems gentle so far and I’ve used it twice a day for 3 days already...." Read more
"...-sensitive skin and the only side effect I notice is some mild stinging when I put it on, however it can be mixed with moisturizer, so I mixed it..." Read more
"...Mine is usually gone within the week and it makes the whole process less painful and less embarrassing. Especially for those cystic ones...." Read more
"...It has cleared them up completely. I can tell for sure the improvements were definitely from the combination of these two products...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the skin serum. They mention that it's way too small for the price, and the travel size is not worth the money. Some say that the tube is small, but there's enough to get a sense of whether or not it works. Overall, some customers feel that the product is poor value for money.
"...The tube is small, but I think there's enough to get a sense of whether or not the product would work for someone...." Read more
"Too small" Read more
"Got gods results with this. Very pricey for small amount." Read more
"...Ans yes, it is pricey for the size, but it lasts for a long time (didn’t expect that)." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the skin serum. They mention that it's not worth the extreme price for a tiny tube. Some say that the price has gone up so much in the last few months.
"...It's a little pricey but totally worth every penny." Read more
"...It is quite expensive which, I guess when I use it I can see why...." Read more
"...It’s pricy, but remember it’s just a spot serum...." Read more
"...It’s quite expensive for the thumb sized bottle. Here thinking I’ll never order online again...." Read more
Reviews with images
-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
I’ve been using it for a few weeks, mostly as a spot treatment, and it works pretty well. I have combination-sensitive skin and the only side effect I notice is some mild stinging when I put it on, however it can be mixed with moisturizer, so I mixed it with a mild moisturizer, and this makes the stinging barely noticeable.
I think this stuff has helped make my skin smoother, clearer, and keeps breakouts away to some extent. I might have had some mild purging early on, but that has since improved.
It’s not a miracle product for me, but I ended up buying the full-size tube because it has worked better than a lot of other things I’ve tried. 4.5 stars.
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2022
I’ve been using it for a few weeks, mostly as a spot treatment, and it works pretty well. I have combination-sensitive skin and the only side effect I notice is some mild stinging when I put it on, however it can be mixed with moisturizer, so I mixed it with a mild moisturizer, and this makes the stinging barely noticeable.
I think this stuff has helped make my skin smoother, clearer, and keeps breakouts away to some extent. I might have had some mild purging early on, but that has since improved.
It’s not a miracle product for me, but I ended up buying the full-size tube because it has worked better than a lot of other things I’ve tried. 4.5 stars.
Edited in Nov to add: after two months, I switched mixing it with my serum to mixing it with my moisturizer and it seems to yield better results that way, even though I didn't think it could get any better! Helps even the skin tone and texture and mattifies my final step even when mixed with a heavy moisturizer that usually leaves my skin shiny. I'm 38, daughter is 14 and we both use this daily. It's a must-have staple in both our daily routines and even with two people using it twice daily, this little tube lasts us about 3 months. It's a little pricey but totally worth every penny.
Then I started using this, and I took a photo of my face every day for all that time to see the progress, because here’s the thing about azelaic acid: It can behave like a (safe, non-resistance-forming) antibiotic for your skin, but it is very slow to show results. As I review my photos, I can see that for about two months of using this I didn’t really have a noticeable improvement. But then, after that, I can see a gradual improvement. By month four, my skin is so much better that I don’t think I’ll ever stop using this.
No, my skin isn’t perfect. I have redness on my nose that appears to have resulted from acne, and I still get small zits here and there, but my days of deep, swollen, achy, itchy zits that last for weeks are gone. I haven’t had one like that in well, about two or three months.
If you’re considering getting this, but you’re put off by the price, I get you. I thought so too. But this bottle lasts about two months if you use it twice a day, because you really don’t use a lot. So it isn’t as bad as it seems.
I use this product as the very last in my night time skin routine — and I use it anywhere I can feel I will have a zit, anywhere I have one, and where I’ve recently had one — but I also just put a thin amount in the places I know have a tendency to breakout.
I also use it in the morning, but then only a very small amount beneath sunscreen and makeup. It has a tendency to pill unfortunately, so you’ll need to be particularly careful with it. In the daytime use an extra tiny little bit of it. Moisturize the areas it will be on extra, let the moisturizer sink in, apply this, and gently pat products on top, don’t rub. For real, don’t rub or it’ll come right off (you can rub it in when applying it, just not once its been on your skin for more than about a minute).
It can be a bit itchy. In my case its really only itchy when its on too thickly. This also gets better over time.
I’ve found other spot treatments to be too harsh and drying, and/or not work well. This isn’t the fastest spot treatment, but if you can be patient, this is just awesome.
So this is my suggestion: If you have asthma or other breathing problems, be careful when using this product. Because it can increase feelings of anxiety, difficult breathing and/or cause a fast heartbeat.
I contact the Amazon customer service and they help me with the return process.
Top reviews from other countries
Disclaimer: While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and/or different information than that shown on our Web site. We recommend that you do not solely rely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. For additional information about a product, please contact the manufacturer. Content on this site is for reference purposes and is not intended to substitute for advice given by a physician, pharmacist, or other licensed health-care professional. You should not use this information as self-diagnosis or for treating a health problem or disease. Contact your health-care provider immediately if you suspect that you have a medical problem. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. Amazon.com assumes no liability for inaccuracies or misstatements about products.