Why we love it: Tranexamic acid is an unsung hero of treating hyperpigmentation. It's "a gentle and effective way to improve the look of dark spots," says aesthetician Ivey Rogers. "It helps fade ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Melasma scores improved by 40%, 57% and 63% at days 30, 60 and 90, respectively. Adverse events were reported in ...

Dark spots, whether caused by acne, scars or another skin concern, are not only annoying, but also hard to get rid of. Fortunately, a lesser-known ingredient called tranexamic acid, known for ...

While everyone wants a lit-from-within glow, achieving a bright complexion can be easier said than done. The truth is, things happen: from melasma to sun damage to hormonal fluctuations during ...

A meta-analysis showed that the use of oral tranexamic acid along with the standard triple combination cream (TCC) reduces melasma severity and recurrence in patients with melasma, without increasing ...

There are so many skin-care ingredients to bear in mind when looking for new skin-care products, and it can get a little (read: very) confusing. However, doing your research is a great way to not only ...

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It wasn’t long ago that tranexamic acid was the reserve of medicine. Wielded by doctors for its blood clotting properties, it was found effective at halting hemorrhages, and is still used as an ...