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Can you use Salicylic Acid with Tranexamic Acid?

Safe to mix

Yes, it is safe.

There is no known chemical conflict between Salicylic Acid and Tranexamic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Salicylic Acid first, then Tranexamic Acid, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    Salicylic Acid0.5% – 2%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Tranexamic Acid2% – 5%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserseal everything in

What Salicylic Acid does

An oil-soluble beta-hydroxy acid that gets inside pores to dissolve the sebum and dead skin behind blackheads, whiteheads and breakouts. It is the go-to for oily, acne-prone skin.

Typical strength
0.5% – 2%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Oily And Combination 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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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Salicylic Acid and Tranexamic Acid together?

Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Salicylic Acid and Tranexamic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective.

Which goes first, Salicylic Acid or Tranexamic Acid?

Apply Salicylic Acid first, then Tranexamic Acid. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use Salicylic Acid in the morning or at night?

Salicylic Acid: works morning or night. Use as a cleanser daily or a leave-on 2% serum 3–4 times a week. It can dry out skin, so moisturise well.

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 Salicylic Acid with Tranexamic Acid safe during pregnancy?

Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Salicylic Acid and Tranexamic Acid. Check with your doctor.

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