At a glance
- CAS number
- 1197-18-8
- INCI name
- Tranexamic Acid
- Function
- skin brightener, hyperpigmentation corrector, anti-inflammatory, active
- Typical use level
- 2%–5%
- Solubility
- water
- Stable pH
- 4–7
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Also known as
TXA trans-4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid trans-AMCHA Cyklokapron 4-(aminomethyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
Compatibility
Works well with:
Niacinamide Kojic Acid Alpha Arbutin Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Hyaluronic Acid Glycerin
Tranexamic Acid is generally well-tolerated alongside other brightening actives such as niacinamide and alpha arbutin, making it suitable for multi-active depigmentation formulas. It is water-soluble and should be incorporated into the aqueous phase. No widely documented incompatibilities with common cosmetic ingredients exist, though combining multiple low-pH actives may require pH balancing to maintain stability and skin comfort.
Formulation notes
Tranexamic Acid is a synthetic lysine derivative that inhibits plasminogen activator activity, thereby reducing UV-induced prostaglandin production and melanin synthesis; it is used topically to address hyperpigmentation, melasma, and uneven skin tone. Formulators favor it for its good tolerability profile relative to more irritating brighteners, its stability across a broad cosmetic pH range, and its compatibility with a wide array of co-actives. It is considered safe for cosmetic use at typical concentrations of 2–5%, though it was originally developed as a pharmaceutical antifibrinolytic agent.