Tranexamic Acid
Our database includes 560 products that contain Tranexamic Acid.
Explained
Tranexamic Acid is best used for treating hyperpigmentation, discoloration, and melasma. It can also help build a stronger skin barrier.
Once applied, Tranexamic Acid starts decreasing inflammation from UV exposure. Tranexamic Acid also prevents our skin cells from meeting the pigment production cells.
Fun fact: Tranexamic Acid is also a medication used to reduce heavy bleeding.
This acid is derived from lysine, an amino acid.
You should know
Benefits
Dark Spots
Helps with Dark Spots
Dark spots are areas where the skin has changed color due to sun exposure.
Community Rating
Loved
What it does
Astringent
Tending to draw together or constrict tissues; styptic. may unclog pores, remove excess oil, shrink appearance of pores, tighten skin, cleanse irritants from skin, reduce inflammation, reduce acne, provide anti-bacterial benefits
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Txa
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.8%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
0% to
8%
References
Products with Tranexamic Acid
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
80291
INCI Name
TRANEXAMIC ACID
EC #
 214-818-2
All Functions
Astringent, Skin Conditioning
