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In the event you're a skin-care enthusiast, you have likely heard of — and experimented with — a handful of acids, be it glycolic, hyaluronic, or salicylic; nonetheless, azelaic acid is the most recent one to take the skin-care world by storm.Don't just take it from us, though. La Jolla, California-based, board-certified dermatologist Azadeh Shirazi, MDdescribes this buzzy acid as a "dermatologist-favorite," a "jack-of-all-trades,"  and "probably the most underrated skin-care ingredients." Put simply, Dr. Shirazi tells Allure that azelaic acid works by inhibiting tyrosinase (a.k.a. the enzyme involved in pigment production) and, thereby, "reduces hyperpigmentation." Michele Green, MDa Latest York City-based, board-certified dermatologist, echoes Dr. Shirazi's sentiments. Each professionals also note azelaic acid's antimicrobial and anti inflammatory properties, excellent for treating skin conditions like...