Topical tranexamic acid is everywhere lately. Why?
Over the past few years tranexamic acid has been showing up on more and more ingredient lists for dark spots and uneven tone. "K-beauty tranexamic serum" keeps trending in international communities too.
Why the attention
- It started as a medicine, and as research into melasma and pigmentation continued it found its way into a lot of skincare
- It's seen as relatively gentle, so people who can't handle vitamin C or retinoids often look at it as an alternative
- Many products pair it with niacinamide and similar ingredients
What communities often say
- Reviews tend to describe slow, gradual change rather than dramatic results
- Lots of people say you won't notice much without sunscreen
- Oral tranexamic acid is a prescription medicine and needs a doctor's guidance. It shouldn't be treated like a skincare serum
What we'd love to hear Which formats (serum, toner, cream) worked for you, and how do you combine it with other actives?
Have you tried topical tranexamic acid, or are you considering it? Drop your questions below.
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