How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Tranexamic Acid first, then Centella Asiatica, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Tranexamic Acid2% – 5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Centella Asiaticavaries
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Centella Asiatica does
The K-beauty hero known as cica (in India, gotu kola or brahmi). It calms irritation and redness and helps a stressed barrier recover. That makes it a perfect sidekick to strong actives.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Oily, Combination, Normal And Dry skin
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What Tranexamic Acid does
A gentle brightener that interrupts the signals behind melasma, sun spots and post-acne marks, without the irritation of hydroquinone or strong acids.
- Typical strength
- 2% – 5%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Normal, Oily, Combination And Dry skin
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Trying to choose one? Read Centella Asiatica vs Tranexamic Acid: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Centella Asiatica and Tranexamic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Centella Asiatica and Tranexamic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (redness), so together they reinforce each other.
Which goes first, Centella Asiatica or Tranexamic Acid?
Apply Tranexamic Acid first, then Centella Asiatica. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Centella Asiatica in the morning or at night?
Centella Asiatica: works morning or night. Use morning and night. It is ideal on the day after an exfoliation or retinoid night.
Should I use Tranexamic Acid in the morning or at night?
Tranexamic Acid: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily for at least 8–12 weeks. It works best alongside a daily broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Is Centella Asiatica with Tranexamic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Tranexamic Acid. Check with your doctor.