The INKEY Tranexamic Acid Night Treatment: what to know

Tranexamic acid can be included in skincare aimed at dark marks and melasma. Applied to the skin, it is not interchangeable with prescribed tranexamic acid used for heavy bleeding or other medical indications.

Pigmentation may follow acne, irritation, hormonal change, or sun exposure. Because the same appearance can have different causes, a product cannot confirm why a mark is present. New or changing marks deserve attention rather than repeated cosmetic treatment.

Read the label, patch-test first, and apply a small amount to clean, dry skin as directed. Keep it away from the eyes and damaged skin. Add a plain moisturiser if your skin feels dry, and use daily sun protection to reduce pigment stimulation.

Introduce it without starting multiple exfoliants, retinoids, or other brightening products at the same time. Stop if redness, stinging, rash, or swelling persists. For melasma that is spreading or affecting confidence, a dermatology consultation can clarify treatment options.

Arrange a skin assessment for a mark that grows, changes colour or shape, bleeds, crusts, or fails to heal. Seek urgent help for hives, facial swelling, or breathing problems after application. Professional advice is also sensible when you are pregnant, have sensitive skin, or use prescription treatments.

Ask whether the pigmentation looks like melasma or post-inflammatory change, how to combine this product with your routine, and when to consider medical treatment rather than skincare alone.