Stridex & Anua Complete Acne, Redness, Pore Clarifying & Skin Balancing Set – 2 Pieces

How to Use

Introduce each product separately and follow its own label. This set does not require using both active products in the same session. Start with separate routines or alternating days to assess tolerance.

1. Cleanse: Clean the skin thoroughly before applying either treatment.

2. Stridex routine: Use a pad to cover the affected area with a thin layer. Do not leave the pad resting on the skin. Avoid eyes, lips and mucous membranes. Discard in the trash, do not flush, and wash hands after use.

3. Anua routine: In a separate routine initially, apply 1–2 drops of serum between toner and moisturizer. Gently spread over the skin. Increase the amount only as tolerated, up to 5 drops per use according to the brand's guidance.

4. Moisturize and protect: Follow with moisturizer. For daytime use, finish with SPF 30 or higher.

Frequency of Use

Stridex label directions: start with one application daily; increase to two or three times daily only if needed or directed by a doctor. Reduce to once daily or every other day if dryness or peeling occurs. Anua directions: begin 1–2 times weekly, gradually increasing only as tolerated, up to twice daily. These are individual product limits, not a recommendation to use both together at maximum frequency.

Important Precautions

For external use only. Patch test and introduce one product at a time. Do not use Stridex if allergic to salicylic acid. Using other topical acne medication at the same time increases the likelihood of irritation and dryness; if irritation occurs, use only one topical acne medication at a time. Reduce frequency or stop if persistent irritation develops. Avoid eyes, lips and mucous membranes. Keep out of reach of children. If Stridex is swallowed, seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Consult a healthcare professional if unsure about combining treatments.

Ingredients

Stridex Maximum Strength Acne Pads: Active ingredient: Salicylic Acid 2.0% (w/w). Inactive ingredients: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Xylenesulfonate, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance, Menthol, Phenoxyethanol, Purified Water, Simethicone, Sodium Borate, Tetrasodium EDTA.

Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum: Water, Azelaic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Betaine Salicylate, Glycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Squalane, Zinc PCA, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP.

Ingredient lists may change. Always check the individual product packaging for your batch.

Formula Highlights

Salicylic Acid 2%: Stridex's acne-treatment active helps target pimples, blackheads and clogged pores.

Azelaic Acid 10%: Anua's key ingredient supports a more even-looking complexion and helps address visible redness and blemishes.

Sodium Hyaluronate & Panthenol: Included in Anua's serum to support hydration and skin comfort.

Formula Considerations: Stridex is alcohol-free but contains fragrance and menthol. Anua also contains Betaine Salicylate, so introduce the products separately and avoid excessive exfoliation.