All Ingredients

Every entry currently on AskMelanin.

Niacinamide

Barrier support, oil regulation, tone-evening

Hyaluronic Acid

Hydration, moisture retention, humectant

Retinol

Cell turnover, collagen support, pore-clearing

Ceramide

Barrier repair, moisture retention

L-Ascorbic Acid

Melanin inhibition, antioxidant, collagen support

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Gentle brightening, antioxidant, anti-acne

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Gentle brightening, hydration, barrier support

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Melanin inhibition, deep penetration, antioxidant

Salicylic Acid

Pore-clearing, oil-soluble exfoliation, anti-acne

Zinc PCA

Sebum regulation, mild antimicrobial, humectant

Alpha Arbutin

Tyrosinase inhibition, skin brightening

Tranexamic Acid

Melasma treatment, pigment reduction

Azelaic Acid

Acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation treatment

Kojic Acid

Tyrosinase inhibition via copper-chelation, brightening

Licorice Root Extract

Tyrosinase inhibition, anti-inflammatory, soothing

Glycolic Acid

Exfoliation, cell turnover, texture improvement

Mandelic Acid

Gentle exfoliation, brightening, anti-acne

Turmeric Extract

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, traditional brightening

Green Tea Extract

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, mild sebum regulation

Shea Butter

Emollient, occlusive, barrier support

Iron Oxides

Pigment/colorant, visible-light protection