Tranexamic Acid

[@faceonnailsdonehairdid]

Ok, you're officially my favourite dermatologist. I love the way you teach. Thanks for this video, really helpful.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thank you so much. That's so kind of you. Thanks for your support❤️

[@NYCCHOCOLATE7777]

Absolutely Positively Agreed Buying This Acid Right Now

[@cesiah527]

@@DrAlexisStephens Hi Dr. Stephens!! I just came across your channel! I am so excited to see your hyperpigmentation series! Paula’s Choice just launched a Tranexamic acid discoloration repair serum today!! Could you please let me know if you think this is a product worth trying?!

[@sandiidavid3374]

Doctor, what are your thoughts on Naturium Tranexamic topical 5%

[@bernadettesolomons1870]

Mine too, love from South Africa doc🇿🇦

[@LindaMurinda]

1:11 - what is tranexamic acid 1:34 - how it helps hyperpigmentation 4:45 - oral v injections v topical 6:26 - before and after pics 8:06 - product recommendations

[@exox7534]

Thank you!!

[@sonny4569]

Thank you for taking the time to post..love it

[@safiaahmed1964]

Great video

[@mariemetelus5261]

Where’s your location I need help with that

[@queenkingkong1247]

Thank you

[@Xzouv]

I’m so happy to see a black dermatologist on KZbin, I’ve been waiting for this moment. You’ve quickly become one of my favs right along with Dr. Dray, thank you for taking the time to thoroughly explain the science and democratize dermatology!

[@luisafrance1635]

@Ads ... I am black but don’t like when people mentioned the colour. I am happy too, but no need to put it out there loud. You know she has subscribers of all races.

[@Xzouv]

no

[@isobel64]

@@luisafrance1635 mind your damn business.

[@luisafrance1635]

@@isobel64 ... What happen to freedom of speech misses Don Trump? We leave in Democratic world where everyone is entitled their own opinion. Maybe you should be working with Mr Trump🙄

[@Anewuser_6282]

I love Dr. Dray too she breaks down the science and the clinical studies, Davin Lim is another 1

[@SusanYara]

That GLOW! Loved this video Dr. Stephens!

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thanks so much for your support🥰

[@cheersfreacking7251]

get outta here I hate your skincare line

[@Sigurjon543]

I'm a molecular geneticist (not working in biomedicine) and I love seeing these pathways because I can google them and work everything out by myself. You're a fantastic resource for a biologist like myself who knows how to do science and consume scientific literature, and is also fascinated with skincare!

[@TheDaneyeledee]

I’m in healthcare, so I love when experts provide this type of information, because I do a similar thing-i.e., work it out for myself.

[@ichik333]

You have a GIFT for educating. Thank you for also utilizing your cosmetic chemistry knowledge to inform us that it goes beyond the ingredient...formulation matters! As a pharmacist, I nerd out on pharmacokinetics (hehe), so this was a pleasure to watch. Another request: please do a video on underarm hyperpigmentation and corrective measures. I imagine that with it being an intertriginous zone, it can pose a challenge to treatment. Thank you!

[@SamMKKK]

Thank you for all you do & represent in pharmacy!

[@wopal430]

So glad your doing these videos. I was your patient and I found our sessions super informative! This is so your lane and I'm happy that you're taking advantage of this platform. Yay!

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thank you so much for watching and for your support❤️

[@momo40803]

I am medical doctor ...practicing for years but today you just taught me a lot

[@FedUpZebra]

The Naturium Multi-Bright Tranexamic Acid Treatment 5% ($22) seems to be a good emulsion. My first bottle is still on the way but the reviews are really good so I'm excited.

[@dzuel09]

I went to see my derm and she just prescribed this for me. I knew she was the one because I already had heard you talk about this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Because of you I finally decided to go back and find a good derm near me. I’m so glad I did.

[@cherylmoore9438]

I am pretty new to your channel. I found you about you a week ago. I am 61 and have been suffering from hyperpigmentation which sucks because I never even had acne in my life., I was surprised that women of color had to use some different solutions. I am so happy to find you. Thank you for sharing.

[@nishaSharma-wu2xy]

Hello Dr. Pls do a video on lightening the pigmentation on knees and elbows for skin of colour. It would be a great help for us.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Sure I will!

[@missbeee6637]

Yes plz,

[@09denty]

First off, the way your skin glows in this video is encouraging to me as I’m on my skin care journey. I watched your video on melasma/hyperpigmentation and have developed my skin care routine based on your recommendations - (including cyspera) I’m only 2 weeks in and hope my skin can be half as glowy as yours in 14 weeks - I had a super bad case of melasma with back to back pregnancies. Wish me luck!

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thanks so very much and I look forward to hearing about your skin success❤️

[@anjanathakkar1068]

Hi can u please share your routine, I have bought so many things looking at diff vedios but now at a loss ... I have all Ordinery products for pigmentation alpha arbutin, retinol, azalic acid, 0.2 retinol, niacinaminde and now incky tranx.... but no clue how to layer them ... please help 🙏🏼

[@caramelsubmerged7426]

Dr. Stephens please continue with this excellence ! I am so very grateful for the knowledge that you are disseminating to us all - your generosity of spirit makes you even more of a Queen! You are so gorgeous ! I STAN a black, scientist queen !

[@s1r3n1971]

I feel like I'm back in school! Had to pull out my notepad. You are such an amazing teacher! Love your educational informative evidence-based approach, appreciate you so much Dr. Alexis!

[@sonyaphillips4027]

YOUR SKIN IS ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, THANK U SO VERY MUCH FOR THE INFORMATION. U ARE VERY INTELLIGENT AND EDUCATED ON THIS ISSUE ESPECIALLY WITH AFRICAN AMERICAN ISSUES, IT IS A BLESSING 2 HAVE SOMEONE THAT UNDERSTANDS OUR ISSUES AND SKIN 2 ADDRESS THE PROBLEM, THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR TIME AND SERVICE 2 THE COMMUNITY, U ARE TRULY A BLESSING😇😇😇😇😇😇😇🙏🏼🤗😀🥰😉🤩😀

[@biaedwards4025]

The best derm doc online! Thank you Dr. Stephens.

[@SaraAshley116]

Thank you for introducing me to JJ Labs in California. I just ordered a product from them. I also saw a review mentioning you and your recommendation.

[@energy-tunes]

not gonna lie i was expecting some bullshit gimmicky talk entering this video but when i saw you got straight to the point with scientific terms i instantly subbed. respect

[@NubianP6]

Wow, I actually just ran across your video because I am going to be starting Tranexamic Acid orally for one of the conditions that you mentioned. I also struggle with hyperpigmentation issues, so helping to even out my skin tone would be an awesome consolation for having to swallow 6 of these huge pills per day! 😊

[@Vavdles]

I have just discovered this channel today and I cannot stop watching. All great and very informative video, made by a real Derma doctor who's also a great educator! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@MaureenHope]

Your skin OMG the glow is unreal thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@faithwelton9097]

This explains so much… my lupus and RA got triggered about 3 or 4 ish years ago and my eyes, neck, mouth area, inner thighs and armpits got sooo dark.

[@roohana]

your skin is to die for!! I would do anything to have your gorgeous skin....will try all your tips in hopes of getting there.

[@vidvidvidful]

You are amazing! No fuss, str8 to the point and extremely knowledgeable. I’m a big fan now. Subscribing

[@audreyhowler]

Thank you for the product recommendation, didn't know about JJ Labs. Unfortunately dark acne marks still a problem for some of us middle-aged moms!

[@mahailiaXoXo]

by far the best information i've come across on Hyperpigmentation. Thanks for this video! :)

[@wndrtigres]

Great science based video. I have severely textured skin. I am trying to figure out what can help with my skin texture in addition to my hyperpigmentation

[@sm7640]

AHAs and BHAs really help with skin texture! Do some research on different ones.

[@lissawatchesyoutube]

Hey, Dr. Stephens! After the hyper-pigmentation series, could you do a series on acne? And a video or series on common scalp issues, (seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, oily/itchy scalp, etc.)? Your videos are sooo helpful.

[@kristendrayton]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge ! You are amazing. As an Esthetician this is a great list to share with my hyperpigmentation clients.

[@Aris-Darling]

Your skin is amazing and your videos are great!

[@rachellakhi7752]

From South Africa, you are my favourite dermatologist because you care about our pockets

[@sarahtupacz]

Dr Stephens you are gorgeous! and I love all the science in the video. The graphics are a great visual aid too. thank you so much for making this

[@FiestaMartin]

This series is incredible. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for suggesting products that are both safe and effective!!

[@olzhena9681]

Good informative video, but I am the lucky one 42yo and have no pigmentations on my face. Just found this video through scrolling and I liked it. Thank you!

[@thegihonpromise]

Would you mind doing a video about different routines. Like a routine for someone fighting both acne and hyperpigmentation. How would they layer actives and when would they use each one ( AM or PM) for maximum efficacy and minimal irritation?

[@Rea13434O]

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[@thegihonpromise]

@@Rea13434O I've watched that video already. It doesn't really talk about a specific routine, more so things that are good to use and things that re good to avoid. Thank you though 🤗

[@Anewuser_6282]

Honestly check out Dr. Berg, his advice (B5 [250mg], cod liver oil, zinc supplements) is the only thing that cleared my acne other than accutane. Find a good derm and treat the acne 1st, then deal with the hyperpigmentation. Other than accutane, minocyclin, retin a and benzaclin work well. There are many acne routines by dermatologists on here also Brianna Stanko has good acne product videos. To deal with acne & hyperpigmentation I use Lytera, Skinceticals Phyto+, Osmosis AC Catalyst DNA Serum (Vit C) and Tazorac 0.1%. Gonna try Anteage Brightener next.

[@solangegoncalvesbarbosabal8701]

same. I use it at night but dont really wash my face in the morning so would love to know if it is ok to use tranxemic acid at night and not wash it off in the morning

[@heredianna2496]

@@Anewuser_6282 "Dr" Berg is not even a physician. He has no education no practical experience on medecine and has never seen any patients. It's actually scary how he addressed so many aspects of medecine that an actual experienced Physician would never do because they know better than to advice in mass on things they have no expertise on whatsoever.

[@kiwib99]

This is super helpful! Looking forward to you breaking down other ingredients in the hyperpigmentation series. It would be helpful to know if there are certain ingredients that don’t play well with each other and shouldn’t be used in the same routine and the order we should use them.

[@Michaela-xi1zf]

Your hair always looks so healthy, thick, and full. I would love to hear about hair care from a dermatologist perspective and your hair care routine!

[@colivier09]

Loved this video! What are some products that you should avoid using with tranexamic acid? What are some products it works well with it too?

[@bronzegoddess3186]

These videos are super informative, but I always leave confused and overwhelmed…a shopping cart at the end and a sample routine at the beginning and end of the video would be super helpful or if you could organize the video captions in terms of a shopping list and sample routine.

[@gaelynwatson7994]

YOUR SKIN IS BEAUTIFUL! And so are you... 🙃 Love the video.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thanks so very much ☺️

[@colleenraymond944]

Excellent video. I am so grateful that I found your channel. I wanted to build a skin care regiment for my hyperpigmentation but I couldn't find anyone who know dark skin until I found you. Now I can do it with confidence and know it will work. ❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻

[@mjgarner123]

Thank you for this valuable information and examples of products. I really like the fact that you give pricing as skincare can get pretty expensive.

[@marciaharris9778]

Very helpful Dr. Alexis, didn't understood how it worked for hyperpigmentation, now I do

[@floritabenders9511]

Hey love ur channel, can you make a video layering the products on skin or how to layer these products on skin or how and when to add it into your routine, like video of your day and night routine

[@gmjones0619]

I’ve watch ever video😍😍😍😍😍 how can we support you to continue this wealth of knowledge that you are providing??👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jesusmysaviour7375]

Yes please! Here for the support and knowledge too. South Africa 🇿🇦😍

[@nanaazili4703]

Dr. Stephens, the JJ lab serum is 🤩 awesome. It goes on like magic, absorbs quickly and light on the skin. Thank for the recommendation. I had to come back to leave this comment.

[@smilergal89]

Good stuff. Clear and concise content with options for a varied audience. Love it

[@amandeepdhaliwal3001]

Very informative video doc.i haven't seen such a pretty face with mind-blowing skin

[@lynjj7976]

Your skin is glowing to the moon!!!! Awesome love your videos ❤❤❤

[@xxmoniquexx1966]

Thank you for taking us to Skin school Dr Alexis. In addition to this please do a video on Mineral Sunscreens with no fragrance that will not leave leave me Purple and a exfoliant for dry patterned skin.

[@Suha_Chakravorty]

Glad I found your channel Dr. Alexis ❤

[@tenabolanca9358]

Just found you and I'm obsessed! I wish I could have you as my dermatologist.

[@mslori389]

My new favorite derm and you educate about color skin. Thank you for your knowledge.

[@o_o8203]

IsNTree's onion line has a toner and cream with red onion extract, sodium ascorbyl, and tranexamic acid! They're very affordable too. Just subscribed :)

[@HangNguyen-ez8mi]

Where have i been whole time? Thank you so much for all of helpful knowledge. I love your voice. ❤️

[@shukri1395]

Awesome information thank you so much. I am suffering hyperpigmentation and I will definitely try this!!

[@Mysweetreality_]

My dermatologist had me take it for about 6 months it definitely cleared up my skin, now I use the JJ Labs & compounded with retin- a & niacinamide through curology.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Nice 🙌🏾

[@shawnyv1046]

How do you like JJ labs?

[@Mysweetreality_]

@@shawnyv1046 so far so good, I love the texture & how it melts right into ur skin

[@Mysweetreality_]

@Terrika Edwards at night after washing my face I add the JJ labs let it dry for a minute then I add the (curology) retin-a over it

[@onyianosike4484]

The glow! Thank you so much for this info. I wish you lived near me, I would be making an appointment in a heartbeat!

[@justherefor]

oh my god your face is glowing! i want that skin!

[@sharnitac]

Thank you for your amazing videos and your knowledge on hyperpigmentation! I wish I knew all this before I turned 50 🤪 My daughter is almost 13 and your videos on cleansing etc is great to teach her at this stage itself. Also can you make videos for preteens as to dos and fonts as they are so self conscious and may make what is nothing worse than it is. Tips on how tos and what not to worry about etc. thank you 🙏

[@priyam5194]

I'm going to use it with rosehip seed oil ❤️ tranexamic acid

[@gytitgirl7336]

Thank you for all the great information. Loving your channel! Can you please do a video about alpha arbutin?

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thank you and Yes Alpha Arbutin video coming soon!

[@TamarasTimelessBeauty]

You are my new FAV Dermatologist for sure. I love seeing the growth of your channel and I know your channel is going to be huge. I love tranexamic acid! It’s in my Curology prescription and I have been enjoying a serum called tranX for my mild age spots. Recommended by PennSmith...affordable and includes Kojic Acid as well as other pigment fighters). Off topic question...what do you think of at home microdermabrasion? Not for pigmentation, but to keep milia at bay?

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Thanks so very much ☺️ I'm not a huge fan of home microdermabrasion for milia. I have seen serious damage occur from some of the home devices. Sorry!

[@TamarasTimelessBeauty]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@ColeenDove]

You have the BEST advice. Thank you soooo much!

[@dannyleeds1132]

Wow !! Wow !! I just found you and I fell in love immediately . Your the best ! I’ve learned so much . Superstar

[@lithitrabu3399]

Omg if the light was stronger it would make your skin shine like a diamond. Respect

[@orozcoaj69]

Of course, awesome video as usual; however, it would be great if you explain how to use it and what not to pair with 😊

[@rohlehr]

Naturium just released a 5% tranexamic acid for $20.

[@ReluctantlyChanging]

I love how you broke down the most effective type of product to use and buy. Can you make a video about vitamin c serums because this product really Ramses in price and efficacy.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

Sure! Will do

[@jamilalove77]

This video is awesome and very helpful. I reaaly appreciate your teaching. Thank you!

[@ashlynvarela3930]

This helps alot because inhad nonidea pfnany of it. I have hyperpigmentation on my upper lip an forehead hairline. 2019 indidnt have it at all but now I do an I feel.it had to do with my PCOS an being in the sun but more of hormone based. I hate that I look like I have a mustache cause my skin color. Its embarrassing for me. Hopefully I can find the more affordable one because I just became a single mommy of 3 (14, 11.5, 9) after being married 14yrs an with his 18. An I'm on a budget. Thank you for the help!

[@gladitslight]

Thank you doc this is very informative! Would love to see your thoughts on mandelic acid for hyperpigmentation

[@saultyyy]

Hii Dr. Alexis! I was curious as to how the Naturium Tranexamic Acid would compare to the others suggested in this video?? Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!🤗💕

[@cocohodge2962]

Loving the vids! Please label the chronology. I want to listen, take notes in the order you released. Brilliant♥️info

[@natashatorrence1937]

You’re an excellent teacher!

[@makeupbycarlcapellan]

Here in the Philippines, we have a TXA × Kojic Acid Lotion under Belo Brand. It's primarily marketed for Skin Whitening though

[@CrazyPlantLady911]

You absolutely delivered! Thank you!

[@alwaysbeachbound]

I wish she would explain/instruct where in the skincare routine to add AnteAGE and the like. Or avoid "these acids the night of AnteAGE application." Do any subscribers have any input, please?

[@brittanyjackson8394]

Girl you better come through showing of that education ❤

[@jojoku9334]

What a fantastic video. Thank you so much. How about BAHA transxemic acid ? Would you consider doing a video on Korean skincare ? Thank you!!!

[@jennavandermerwe8307]

GLOWINGGGG ✨☀️

[@MadHatter578]

Hey, I love your videos! There are so few dermatologists specialising in skin of colour, it's so refreshing to see and you're such an inspiration (I'm in med school myself). I was wondering about the ingredient Thiamidol in Eucerin's anti pigment range. Also a review of their anti-pigment spf 50 sunscreen which (I think) is chemical not physical but designed especially for those with hyperpigmentation. I've been using their products and I think they're okay but would love your expert opinion. Thank you so much for producing amazing content!

[@Luciana_TK]

The Inkey List changed their tranexamic acid night treatment with vitamin C and E to Tranexamic Acid Serum without the antioxidants. It is also a gel, which Dr Stephens told us to skip in this video. So should we skip the Inkey List option now?

[@biancacrosbourne848]

Finally someone Talking about niacid

[@mojo3262]

I am loving your videos for black skin. I have been using Dearskin Tranex Dear Serum 5%. I don't use it as much since I discovered copper peptides. Would you do a video on growth factor serums (Anteage, Bradceuticals, etc) and copper peptides (DECIEM, Dr. Pickart, etc)? Thank you !!

[@face13ful]

Facetheory which is a U.K. brand does a 5% tranexamic acid serum with vitamin C, niacinimide, lactic acid and liquorice root.

[@katelynshaughnessy368]

Okay glow queen, I’m subscribing!

[@brown3y3s38]

Can’t wait to see what your product line will be …. Like Dr. Vanita Rattan

[@MamiiMarine]

I know you said that the oral Tranexemic Acid is not good for people with blood clot disorder. If you do have blood clot disorder can topical 5% be used. I have polycythemia Vera. I want to use for tiny patches I have on my face.

[@lindaakoto1549]

Can I use this and the alpha arburtin serum from the ordinary in the same routine

[@flowergoddess9248]

i came from hyram. my dumb brain cant process the pictures shown during ur lecture. but the way you talk, sorta dumber it down for me. so thank you.

[@gugugulululu1825]

Thank you so much dr .You are amazing thank God i stumbled upon your channel.plz make one video about the creams you recommend for dark circles esp us heredity dark circles ppl thank you the prettiest doctor.

[@guessxwhoxitxis]

Just discovered your videos and your skin is so beautiful 💜 You are so good explaining things and really appreciate you recommending products of different price points. Just subscribed!

[@thaoku96]

Hi, May I ask what are the skincare steps can I use together with Tranexamic Acid serum? Can I use Retinol together, (on top of Tranexamic Acid)?

[@user-lisau]

No alternate

[@angelicxo]

Thank you so much. I was trying to figure out what to do about my pigmentation. Thank you.

[@DrAlexisStephens]

You are very welcome😊

[@adrienneroussell1817]

Dr. Alexis YouRock!!! What can one do for hyperpigmentation that has already occured and literally taken over the face??

[@daniellab7539]

Thank you for the video Doctor Alexis 🌺

[@MusicaErika]

This was very useful thank you 🙏 I love to find a source of information for skin of colour. I have olive skin tone and have been dealing with melasma and hyperpigmentation for many years. I hope you keep doing more videos. How can I add this ingredient in my routine? I am using The Ordinary 8% Vitamin C + Alpha Arbutin 2% from the ordinary, moisturizer with hyalorunic acid in the morning and sunscreen. At night I use niacinamide and retinol prescription. I also would like to incorporate Bakuchiol for anti-aging properties. I have melasma and hyperpigmentation.

[@Kmishelle]

What are your thoughts on Naturium products? They have a $20 tranexamic acid at 5% 😊