# #162 ) Testing 3 Popular K-Beauty Azelaic Acid Serums

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Podcast: [Chemist Confessions](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chemist-confessions-880199)
Published: 2026-01-28T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://chemistconfessions.podbean.com/e/162-testing-3-popular-k-beauty-azelaic-acid-serums/
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## Resource

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of K-beauty azelaic acid products. We explore the science behind three popular contenders—Anua, Purito, and medicube—while decoding their ingredient lists, analyzing clinical testing data, and discussing the tricky chemistry of azelaic acid solubility. We provide a chemist’s perspective on how to choose the right formula for your skincare routine. 00:00 | Introducing K-Beauty Azelaic Acid Contenders 00:02 | The "Ouch" Factor: Testing medicube’s Needle Technology 00:04 | Sensation vs. Science: Do Spicules Improve Penetration? 00:05 | Texture Breakdown: Puridose Oil Droplets vs. Anua Watery Serum 00:08 | Decoding Ingredient Lists: Tea Tree Oil vs. Leaf Water 00:13 | Analyzing Anua’s Clinical Studies for Redness Reduction 00:18 | Is 4-Week Acne Testing Actually Meaningful? 00:23 | Bacterial Exosomes and the Future of Skincare Sourcing 00:29 | Chemist Corner: The Difficulty of Azelaic Acid Solubility 00:32 | Final Verdict: Choosing Suspensions vs. Soluble Formulas

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