No.5 Glutathione TXA Advanced Dark Spot Ampoule Concentrate

Brand price

USD 24.70 · 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

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1

  L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.

  Ascorbic Acid

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbic Acid

• Tranexamic acid1

  Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.

  Tranexamic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating6

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tripropylene Glycol

• Barrier Repair5

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Bisabolol, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Bisabolol, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ubiquinone

• Smoothing1

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Niacinamide

• Brightening4

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Dark Spots3

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Even Tone3

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Ascorbic Acid, 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

• Antioxidant6

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Thioctic Acid, Tocopherol, Tripropylene Glycol, Ubiquinone

• Anti-Pollution7

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Thioctic Acid, Tocopherol, Tripropylene Glycol, Ubiquinone

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

Dupes

• Numbuzin No.5+ Glutathione Vitamin Concentrated Serum72% match
• VT Cosmetics Vita-light reedle shot 10071% match
• Medicube TXA Niacinamide Serum69% match
• Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum69% match
• Purito TXA 6 Niacinamide 10 Retinal Serum69% match
• Rojukiss GLUTA NIA-C10 TRIPLE WHITE SERUM68% match