How to use them
Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Vitamin C first, then Tranexamic Acid, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Vitamin C10% – 20%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Tranexamic Acid2% – 5%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
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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What Vitamin C does
A powerful antioxidant that brightens dull skin, fades dark spots and boosts your sunscreen's protection against free radicals. Pure L-ascorbic acid works best at a low pH and oxidises (turns orange) quickly.
- Typical strength
- 10% – 20%
- When
- AM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Oily, Combination And Dry skin
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Trying to choose one? Read Tranexamic Acid vs Vitamin C: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Tranexamic Acid and Vitamin C together?
Yes, and they work even better together. A well-matched pair for stubborn pigmentation and melasma. Use them in the morning under sunscreen.
Which goes first, Tranexamic Acid or Vitamin C?
Apply Vitamin C first, then Tranexamic Acid. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH 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.
Should I use Vitamin C in the morning or at night?
Vitamin C: best in the morning. Apply in the morning on clean skin before moisturiser and sunscreen. Store it away from light and heat, and throw it out once it turns dark orange.
Is Tranexamic Acid with Vitamin C safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Tranexamic Acid. Check with your doctor.