How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Tranexamic Acid first, then Tea Tree Oil, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Tranexamic Acid2% – 5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Tea Tree Oil5% (diluted)
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Tea Tree Oil does
An essential oil with modest evidence against mild acne. It works more slowly than benzoyl peroxide but causes less dryness. Undiluted it can irritate or sensitise skin, so it belongs in a formulated product.
- Typical strength
- 5% (diluted)
- 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 Tea Tree Oil and Tranexamic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Tea Tree Oil and Tranexamic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Tea Tree Oil or Tranexamic Acid?
Apply Tranexamic Acid first, then Tea Tree Oil. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Tea Tree Oil in the morning or at night?
Tea Tree Oil: works morning or night. Use a product with around 5% tea tree, or dilute it. Never apply the pure oil straight to the face. Patch test first.
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 Tea Tree Oil with Tranexamic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Tea Tree Oil and Tranexamic Acid. Check with your doctor.