BEAUTY
Is It Safe To Use Tranexamic Acid And Retinol Together?
By LESLIE LEON
While combining skincare ingredients can be effective, it's important to be cautious and understand what you’re mixing to avoid skin irritation and achieve optimal results.
Avoid mixing harsh ingredients together, like retinol and AHAs, and BHAs. However, retinol can be used in conjunction with tranexamic acid when used correctly.
Tranexamic acid is a water-soluble synthetic ingredient that helps with discoloration. It targets discoloration differently than retinol without irritating your skin.
Retinol helps with discoloration, hyperpigmentation, and more. However, it can be too harsh for sensitive skin, especially when mixed with other strong ingredients.
To avoid counteraction, establish the order of products when using tranexamic acid and retinol together. Also, do a patch-testing if this is your first time using the ingredient.
Always use sunscreen to protect your skin against harmful UV rays when using acids like retinol and tranexamic acid, which make the skin more vulnerable to sun damage.