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Tranexamic Acid

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Summary

Works for

  • Moisturizing
  • Evens skin tone

Irritancy risk

1
Low

An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally

Products with Tranexamic Acid

Murad - Biome-Balancing Calm & Recover CreamMuradBiome-Balancing Calm & Recover Cream
niacinamideureaaphanizomenon flos-aquae extract +17 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +3
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RoC Skincare - Even Tone Roll-On SerumRoC SkincareEven Tone Roll-On Serum
niacinamidelactobionic acidlactic acid +6 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +4
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DIME - Dark Spot CorrectorDIMEDark Spot Corrector
niacinamideglycerinlactococcus ferment lysate +4 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +2
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Manyo - Glutathione 7 Dark Spot SerumManyoGlutathione 7 Dark Spot Serum
niacinamidealpha-arbutinpanthenol +21 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +3
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Josie Maran - Triple Hydroxy Resurfacing LiquidJosie MaranTriple Hydroxy Resurfacing Liquid
lactobionic acidazelaic acidglycolic acid +4 actives
Anti-aging Exfoliation +4
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Riversol - Corrector V2RiversolCorrector V2
niacinamidelactic acidurea +9 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +3
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111SKIN - Dark Spot Correcting Serum111SKINDark Spot Correcting Serum
niacinamidepotassium azeloyl diglycinategluconolactone +7 actives
Evens skin tone Exfoliation +4
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Kopari Beauty - Star Bright Vitamin C Discoloration Correcting SerumKopari BeautyStar Bright Vitamin C Discoloration Correcting Serum
niacinamideascorbyl tetraisopalmitateglycerin +5 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +2
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Miss Spa - Magic Act Rescue Leave-On MaskMiss SpaMagic Act Rescue Leave-On Mask
acetyl tetrapeptide-15centella asiatica leaf extractdimethicone +5 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +1
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Eqqualberry - Vitamin Illuminating CreamEqqualberryVitamin Illuminating Cream
niacinamideadenosineceramide np +11 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +3
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Scientific sources

Similar ingredients

Moisturizing

1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OneAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skinAhnfeltia Concinna ExtractAn algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Also used to create a thicker product textureAhnfeltiopsis Concinna ExtractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinAlgae ExtractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yetAllantoinHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

Evens skin tone

Glycolic AcidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acidLactic AcidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiom) NiacinamideIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moistureHydroxypinacolone RetinoateA derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.