Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Serum
A targeted brightening serum built around two well-known tone ingredients: 10% niacinamide and 4% tranexamic acid. It's made for dark spots, post-blemish marks, and general unevenness, and it's fragrance- and alcohol-free, so it suits most skin types including sensitive. A sensible pick when hyperpigmentation is your main concern.
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Niacinamide evens tone and supports the barrier while helping keep excess shine in check, and tranexamic acid targets stubborn discoloration and dark spots. The formula stacks in extra brighteners like arbutin, alpha-arbutin, and vitamin C, plus a little BHA (betaine salicylate) to nudge surface turnover, with centella, hyaluronic acid, and ceramide to keep things calm and hydrated. The texture is a lightweight, quick-absorbing serum. Apply a few drops after cleansing and toner, morning and/or night, before moisturizer. Because it works on pigment, daily sunscreen makes a real difference in results; introduce it gradually if your skin is easily irritated.
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What Korea says#3 brightening serum
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Eight weeks in and my summer breakout marks are visibly lighter. No irritation at 10%, which surprised me.
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Where to buybest total $22
| Retailer | Price | Ship + duty | Total | |
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| Amazon ✓ official Official Anua · Prime Accepts: Visa · MC · Amex · Discover · Amazon Pay · Affirm | $22 | — | $22BEST | Shop → |
| Ulta ✓ official U.S. stock Accepts: Cards · PayPal · Apple Pay · Google Pay · Afterpay | $22 | — | $22 | Shop → |
| Olive Young Global ✓ official Ships from Korea · +15% duty Accepts: Cards · PayPal · Apple Pay · Alipay+ | $17 | $9.60 | $26.60 | Shop → |
| Anua official ✓ official Brand's own US store Accepts: Cards · PayPal (varies) | $22 | — | $22 | Shop → |
Totals include estimated import duty on Korea-shipped orders (15%, post–de minimis). Links open retailer search; exact product links are coming at launch. Payment methods indicative — verify at checkout.
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