Is Tranexamic acid safe to use on the skin?

Surely, you’ve struggled with unwanted dark spots and skin discoloration, right? Dark sports are usually brownish spots on the face and in some parts of the body, such as arms, neck and chest, which, although not having a defined cause, can be caused by sun exposure, and at times, stress. Hormonal changes during pregnancy or prolonged use of birth control pills can also cause these unwanted spots to appear. The good news is that, although there is no cure for dark spots, it is possible to soothe these marks with specific actives, such as the use of Tranexamic acid.

What is Tranexamic Acid?
In skincare, Tranexamic Acid is typically used as an ingredient to effectively help brighten dark spots and improve pigmentation. Usually added as an ingredient in soaps which works on skin issues such as discoloration and pigmentation, giving the skin a natural glow.

How does tranexamic acid for melasma work?
It turns out that, unlike other tone correctors used in skincare routine, such as Vitamin C, Tranexamic acid works by inhibiting the conversion of plasminogen into plasmin, which is the substance released whenever our skin suffers an aggression, such as sun exposure and the inflammation of acne. This plasmin stimulates inflammatory factors that will consequently increase the production of melanin in the skin. Tranexamic acid, in turn, by inhibiting plasmin, also blocks the production of melanin and, thus, prevents the formation of dark spots.

So, if you want to prevent the appearance of these dark marks, you can invest in a trusty asset such as Brilliant Skin’s KojicAcid+ Tranexamic Acid & L-Glutathione Hand and Body Cream. A trusty on-the-go lotion that effectively helps smoothen and lighten your skin. Equipped with a broad spectrum of UVA+UVB Protection that not only helps your skin lighten but protects it from the harmful rays of the sun.