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