TXA 2.5% Intensive Brightening Cream

Brand price

USD 19.99 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Stearyl Alcohol

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Centella asiatica (Cica)1

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Extract

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Tranexamic acid1

  Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.

  Tranexamic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair17

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Olivate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Niacinamide, Octyldodecanol, Palmitic Acid, Panthenol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Smoothing12

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetearyl Olivate, Citric Acid, Dicaprylyl Ether, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Niacinamide, Octyldodecanol, Palmitic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Stearyl Alcohol

• Brightening3

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Glutathione, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Dark Spots2

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Even Tone2

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant2

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution3

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne4

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis13

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Olivate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Octyldodecanol, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Olivate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

• May Worsen Irritation2

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

Dupes

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• Skin1004 Hyalu-Teca Firming Cream68% match
• Wellage Real Hyaluronic 100 Cream66% match
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