Azelaic

/əˈzɛleɪɪk/ adjective

Relating to or describing azelaic acid, a naturally occurring organic compound used in skincare and dermatological treatments.

Derived from 'azelate' (a salt or ester of azelaic acid), with the chemical '-ic' suffix indicating the acid form, the root relates to the source compound.

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