TXA Niacinamide Toning Balm
Balm
11 of 47 ingredients flagged
- Fragrance allergen
- Limonene, Linalool, Citral
- Silicone
- Vinyl Dimethicone
- Fungal acne trigger
- Sorbitan Stearate, PEG-40 Stearate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
- Pregnancy caution
- Retinol
- Potential irritant
- Retinol
- Strong active
- Ascorbic Acid, Retinol
Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Squalane, Licorice Root, Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid), Centella Asiatica
Ingredients
In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.
1Water (Aqua)
The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.
2Butylene Glycol
Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.
3Glycerin
A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.
4Niacinamide
Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.
5Tranexamic Acid
Interrupts the pathway that creates stubborn dark spots and melasma.
6Sorbitan StearateFungal acne trigger
Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.
7PEG-40 StearateFungal acne trigger
Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.
8Arachidyl Alcohol
A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.
9Vinyl DimethiconeSilicone
Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.
10Squalane
Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.
11Orbignya Oleifera Seed OilFungal acne trigger
A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.
12Behenyl Alcohol
A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.
- 13Arachidyl Glucoside
14Carbomer
Gives the product its texture.
15Sodium Polyacrylate
Gives the product its texture.
16Arginine
Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.
- 17Diisostearyl Malate
- 18Hydrogenated Polydecene
19Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
20Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit OilFungal acne trigger
A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.
21Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
22Xanthan Gum
Gives the product its texture.
23Ethylhexylglycerin
Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.
24Litsea Cubeba Fruit OilFungal acne trigger
A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.
25Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Leaf Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
26Sodium Citrate
Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.
- 27Saccharide Isomerate
28Disodium EDTA
Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.
- 29Trideceth-6
30Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Calms redness and gently brightens uneven tone.
- 31C11-13 Isoalkane
32Glucose
Water-binding sugars that keep skin hydrated.
33Lecithin
Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.
34Ascorbic AcidStrong active
The most researched vitamin C. Brightens, fades dark spots and boosts collagen. Can tingle.
35Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
36Centella Asiatica Extract
Cica. Famous for calming redness and helping skin repair.
37Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
38Camellia Sinensis Callus Culture Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
39Phaseolus Radiatus Meristem Cell Culture Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
40RetinolStrong activePregnancy cautionPotential irritant
Gold-standard vitamin A. Speeds cell turnover for smoother, clearer, younger-looking skin. Start slow.
41Tocopherol
Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.
42Yeast Extract
A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.
43Caprylyl Glycol
Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.
- 44Tropolone
45LimoneneFragrance allergen
A scent molecule that is a known allergen for some people.
46LinaloolFragrance allergen
A scent molecule that is a known allergen for some people.
47CitralFragrance allergen
A scent molecule that is a known allergen for some people.