Description
What it is
TX-Cream is the moisturizer of Dr. Melaxin’s TX range, a family of products focused on the look of pigmentation, dark spots and uneven skin tone. “TX” stands for tranexamic acid, the star ingredient of the line. The cream comes in a jar of about 1.7 oz (listed at 1.76 oz). The brand describes it as a daily cream designed to help skin look clearer and more even, used either as a spot treatment or across the whole face.
Key ingredients
- Tranexamic acid: a widely used brightening ingredient in Korean and Japanese skincare, chosen by the brand for the look of dark spots and discolouration.
- Niacinamide: vitamin B3, included for a more even-looking tone and to support the skin barrier.
- TX-Peptide: the brand’s own peptide complex, which it describes as patented and aimed at visible pigmentation.
- Nano-liposome delivery: the brand says it encapsulates the actives to help them reach the skin more effectively.
How to use
- Use morning and night.
- After toner and serum, apply a small amount either to specific spots or over the entire face.
- Spread gently and pat until absorbed.
- In the morning, always finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
The brand notes that a little white powder can form around the opening when the cream is exposed to air; this does not affect the product.
Who it suits
TX-Cream suits people whose main concern is uneven-looking tone: sun spots, post-blemish marks, or a dull, blotchy look. Tranexamic acid is generally considered a well-tolerated brightening ingredient, which makes the cream a reasonable alternative for people who find stronger acids too irritating. Consistency and daily sunscreen matter far more than quantity.
Who should be careful
Avoid the eye area. Stop using it if irritation occurs. Pigmentation has many causes, and melasma in particular can be hormonal and persistent, so if your spots are changing, spreading or appeared suddenly, have them looked at by a doctor or dermatologist. People who are pregnant or breastfeeding should check any brightening product with a health professional first.
Patch test first. Apply a small amount to the inner forearm or behind the ear and wait 24 to 48 hours before using it on the face. Stop using the product if redness, burning or lasting discomfort appears, and ask a pharmacist or dermatologist for advice if you have a skin condition.
More ingredients worth knowing
- Glutathione and acetyl glucosamine: two more ingredients commonly used in Korean brightening formulas.
- Kakadu plum and camu camu extracts (Terminalia ferdinandiana, Myrciaria dubia): fruit extracts naturally rich in vitamin C.
- Ceramide NP, panthenol and sodium hyaluronate: barrier and moisture support, useful because brightening routines can feel drying.
- Shea butter and beeswax: give the cream its rich, cushioning texture.
- Decapeptide-40 and hydrolyzed collagen: peptide and protein ingredients for a smoother-looking surface.
- Witch hazel, chamomile, lotus and noni extracts: a soothing botanical blend.
Product details
| Brand | Dr. Melaxin (South Korea) |
|---|---|
| Line | TX (tranexamic acid) |
| Size | 50 ml / about 1.7 fl oz |
| Format | Cream in a jar |
| Signature actives | Tranexamic acid, niacinamide, glutathione |
| Main concerns | Dark spots, sun spots, post-blemish marks, uneven-looking tone, dullness |
| Skin types | All skin types, including sensitive |
| When to use | Morning and night, as spot care or all over |
| Fragrance | No added fragrance or essential oils |
| Amazon ASIN | B0CPDNHBHR |
Full ingredient list
Water, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Beeswax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Decapeptide-40, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glutathione, Acetyl Glucosamine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Carbomer, Glyceryl Stearate, Arginine, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Phospholipids, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Dextrin, Polylysine, Caprylyl Glycol.
Tranexamic acid and niacinamide sit right after water, butylene glycol and a silicone, which means they are among the main ingredients of the formula. It contains beeswax, so it is not vegan.
Frequently asked questions
Is tranexamic acid safe to use every day?
Topical tranexamic acid is generally well tolerated and is used twice a day in many Korean and Japanese brightening routines. Stop if irritation occurs, and patch test first.
Can I use TX Cream with retinol or vitamin C?
Yes, in most routines. Apply your serum first and the cream on top. If your skin is sensitive, use retinol at night and keep TX Cream in the morning.
How long before I see a difference?
Brightening products work slowly. Expect to wait several weeks of twice-daily use, with sunscreen every morning, before judging the look of spots.
Does it help with melasma?
Tranexamic acid is popular for uneven pigmentation, but melasma is a medical condition with hormonal causes. Ask a dermatologist before relying on any cosmetic cream for it.
Why is there white powder on the jar?
The brand notes that a little white powder can form where the cream meets air. It is the formula drying, not a defect.
Learn more
See where a brightening cream fits in our Korean skincare routine for beginners, and compare it with other options in our best Korean skincare products in Canada guide. If your skin reacts easily, read Korean skincare for sensitive skin first.
Ingredient lists can change between batches and markets. Always check the box you receive. This page is an independent guide; melaxin.ca does not sell products directly.
