APLB Tranexamic Acid Niacinamide Facial Cream 55ML

Description

The APLB Tranexamic Acid Niacinamide Facial Cream is a popular Korean skincare moisturizer specifically formulated to address concerns like hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and overall dullness, while also providing essential hydration and soothing benefits. It’s designed to be gentle and suitable for various skin types, including sensitive skin.

Key Ingredients and Their Benefits:

• Tranexamic Acid (often 1,000ppm / 0.1% or higher): This is a standout ingredient for targeting hyperpigmentation. It works by interfering with the melanin production pathway, helping to fade existing dark spots, sun spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), and even melasma. It also has a calming effect on the skin.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3, often 1,000ppm / 0.1%): A versatile ingredient that works in conjunction with tranexamic acid to brighten skin tone and reduce discoloration. Niacinamide also helps to:
  • Strengthen the skin barrier, improving its ability to retain moisture and protect against environmental stressors.
  • Minimize the appearance of enlarged pores.
  • Improve skin elasticity and reduce the look of fine lines.
  • Regulate sebum production, which can be beneficial for oily skin.
• Centella Asiatica Leaf Water/Extract (often a significant percentage, e.g., 28.1%): Commonly known as Cica, this ingredient is highly valued for its exceptional soothing and healing properties. It helps to calm irritated and sensitive skin, reduce redness, accelerate wound healing, and support skin regeneration. This makes the cream gentle and suitable for compromised skin.
• Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): A powerful humectant that attracts and binds water to the skin, providing deep and lasting hydration. This ensures the skin remains plump, supple, and moisturized without feeling greasy.
• Ceramide NP: A crucial lipid that helps to strengthen and repair the skin’s natural barrier. A healthy barrier prevents moisture loss and protects the skin from external irritants.
• Adenosine: An anti-aging powerhouse that helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
• Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter): A rich emollient that deeply nourishes and moisturizes the skin, contributing to a soft and smooth texture.
• Squalane: A skin-identical emollient that provides lightweight moisture, helps to prevent water loss, and enhances skin suppleness.
• Various Plant Extracts: The cream often includes additional botanical extracts such as Saccharomyces Ferment, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract (Lotus), Artemisia Annua Extract (Mugwort), Oryza Sativa Extract (Rice), Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, and Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract. These contribute further antioxidant, soothing, and clarifying benefits.

Texture and Feel:

• The cream typically has a lightweight, non-greasy, and refreshing texture that absorbs quickly into the skin.
• It is designed to provide ample moisture without leaving a heavy or sticky residue, making it comfortable for daily use under makeup or as a standalone moisturizer.

Reported Benefits:

• Brightens and Evens Skin Tone: The primary benefit, thanks to the synergistic action of Tranexamic Acid and Niacinamide, which visibly reduces dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and dullness for a more luminous complexion.
• Deep Hydration: Provides refreshing moisture to dry and fatigued skin, ensuring it remains plump and supple.

• Soothes and Calms: Infused with Centella Asiatica, it effectively calms irritation and reduces redness, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
• Anti-Aging Support: Helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Strengthens Skin Barrier: Ceramides and other barrier-supporting ingredients help build a more resilient skin.
• Gentle Formulation: Often marketed as fragrance-free and free of other common irritants, with claims of being suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and restoring the skin’s healthy pH level.

How to Use:

1. At the last step of your skincare routine (after cleansing, toning, and applying any serums or ampoules).
2. Take a moderate amount of the cream.
3. Apply it evenly onto your face, spreading from the inner to the outer areas along your skin texture.
4. Gently pat or dab your skin to aid absorption.
5. It can be used both morning and night. In the morning, follow with sunscreen.

Ingredient List :

• Water
• Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
• Glycerin
• Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
• Butylene Glycol
• Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
• Tranexamic Acid
• Niacinamide
• Stearic Acid
• Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
• Hydrogenated Polydecene
• Trideceth-10
• Silica
• Glyceryl Stearate
• Beeswax
• Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
• Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
• Betaine
• Trehalose
• Citric Acid
• Nelumbo Nucifera Extract
• Artemisia Annua Extract
• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
• Saccharomyces Ferment
• Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
• Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
• Hydrolyzed Collagen
• Squalane
• Beta-Glucan
• Dipropylene Glycol
• Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
• Madecassic Acid
• Asiaticoside
• Asiatic Acid
• Adenosine
• Sodium Hyaluronate
• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
• Hydrogenated Lecithin
• Cholesterol
• Xanthan Gum
• Disodium EDTA
• Hydroxyacetophenone
• 1,2-Hexanediol
• Ethylhexylglycerin
• Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
• Sodium Citrate