If you’re a bit of a skincare expert, you may have heard of tranexamic acid, the new ingredient on the block that’s achieved enormous fame in recent years. It’s not that we didn’t know about tranexamic acid before–we did, because it was widely used to treat eczema. What we didn’t know is that tranexamic acid is also a very competent brightening ingredient, with enormous potential for reducing dark spots and hyperpigmentation. The great advantage of tranexamic acid over other brightening ingredients is that it’s very well tolerated, even by those with more sensitive and reactive skin. Sounds like you? Then stay with us, and let’s explore some of the best tranexamic acid serums you can start using to fight dark spots right now.
Our favorite tranexamic serums
Here at Care to Beauty, we are experts in the fight against dark spots and hyperpigmentation–in part because many of us struggle with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma, and in part because our team of product specialists spends a lot of time advising others who do. Below, you will find some of the tranexamic acid serums we reach for again and again, depending on specific concerns:
Sesderma Hidraderm TRX Liposomal Serum
The hydrating & brightening serum
Sesderma Hidraderm TRX Liposomal Serum
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of hydration and dark spot correction, try the Sesderma Hidraderm TRX Liposomal Serum.
Two well-known brightening ingredients, tranexamic acid and niacinamide, join forces with Curcuma longa root extract (aka curcumin or, less simply, tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane) and 4-butylresorcinol to minimize the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Meanwhile, hyaluronic acid maintains skin hydration and offers a filling and plumping effect, for a smooth, supple look.
Neoretin Discrom Control Ultra Emulsion Pigment Lightener
The advanced brightening serum
Neoretin Discrom Control Ultra Emulsion Pigment Lightener
The Neoretin Discrom Control Ultra Emulsion Pigment Lightener is generally prescribed by dermatologists and has their seal of approval. The formula, highly concentrated in retinol and tranexamic acid, provides real results, but can be a bit too intense if you’ve never used brightening agents before.
If you’re already a skincare pro, you know the drill by now: use this product at night, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen the following morning, and keep out of direct sunlight.
Endocare Expert Drops Depigmenting Protocol
The global solution against hyperpigmentation
Endocare Expert Drops Depigmenting Protocol
With the Endocare Expert Drops Depigmenting Protocol, you get two serums with complementary benefits: one for the daytime and one for the nighttime.
The daytime serum uses the power of vitamin C to deliver a powerful antioxidant action, while the nighttime serum offers a truly specialized blend of brightening ingredients. In addition to tranexamic and azelaic acids, this particular serum also features retinol and bakuchiol to stimulate cell renewal, for a brighter, more even complexion.
SkinCeuticals Correct Discoloration Defense
The science-backed serum for visible results
SkinCeuticals Correct Discoloration Defense
If you want nothing short of the best science, try the SkinCeuticals Correct Discoloration Defense, a dark spot correcting serum that generates visible results from the second week of use, and very impressive results from the third month.
The brightening ingredients in the formula, tranexamic acid and niacinamide, work together to minimize the appearance of hyperpigmentation and prevent its re-emergence, while HEPES stimulates cell renewal for a more even complexion.
Sensilis Skin D-Pigment [Serum ATX B3] Corrective Treatment
The brightening serum for sensitive skin
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Sensilis Skin D-Pigment [Serum ATX B3] Corrective Treatment
The Sensilis Skin D-Pigment [Serum ATX B3] Corrective Treatment is specifically designed to help prevent and reduce hyperpigmentation on sensitive skin types.
The formula features tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C, three star ingredients that work together to effectively correct and prevent hyperpigmentation. Studies have shown that this impressive combination can reduce the appearance of dark spots by 18% in just two months!
ISDINCEUTICS Brighten Melaclear Serum
The tranexamic acid serum with AHA/BHA
ISDINCEUTICS Brighten Melaclear Serum
The ISDINCEUTICS Brighten Melaclear Serum is a true “who’s who” of active ingredients: it features tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and an exclusive Spot Corrector Complex, composed of exfoliating acids, to reduce pigmentation; all of this alongside saccharide isomerate and dipotassium glycyrrhizate, which soothe and hydrate the skin, preserve the skin barrier, and promote greater softness, flexibility, and comfort.
It’s no surprise that the results are so impressive: studies have shown that this serum is able to reduce dark spots by 71%, with results visible from the second week of use.
We’ve mentioned that one of the great advantages of tranexamic acid is that it’s well tolerated by sensitive skin; the other is that it works well in combination with other brightening ingredients. Explore our full range of anti-dark spot products in the shop, and see for yourself!
