Dr. Melaxin - TX-Kojic Acid Turmeric Toner Pad (70 Pads)

Dr.Melaxin TX-Kojic Acid Turmeric Toner Pad is a dual-texture brightening and exfoliating toner pad designed to help improve the appearance of dark spots, post-blemish marks, dullness and uneven skin texture on the face or body. The formula combines Niacinamide, Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid and Turmeric Root Extract with Gluconolactone (PHA), Glycolic Acid (AHA), nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Glutathione and Centella Asiatica Extract. Each pre-soaked pad features a smooth side for targeted mini-mask care and an embossed side for gentle wiping and removal of accumulated surface cells.

Benefits:

• Targets visible dark spots: Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide and Glutathione work within a multi-ingredient brightening formula to help discoloration appear less noticeable over time.
• Supports a more even-looking skin tone: Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Turmeric Root Extract complement the formula’s tone-refining care.
• Gently exfoliates rough texture: Gluconolactone and Glycolic Acid help loosen accumulated dead surface cells for smoother-looking skin.
• Provides targeted mini-mask care: The smooth side of the pad can remain over areas of visible discoloration for 3–5 minutes for more concentrated contact.
• Helps refine bumpy-looking skin: The embossed surface combines gentle physical wiping with the formula’s exfoliating acids to improve rough-feeling texture.
• Provides multi-level hydration: Glycerin, Panthenol and nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid help maintain moisture while exfoliating ingredients refine the skin surface.
• Supports skin comfort: Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract and Hydrogenated Lecithin provide soothing and conditioning care.
• Supports balanced-looking skin: Zinc PCA and Colloidal Sulfur complement the formula’s care for oil-prone and blemish-prone areas.
• Provides antioxidant care: Turmeric, Glutathione, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol and Beta-Carotene help provide antioxidant support.
• Suitable for face and body: The pads can also be used on dull, rough or uneven-looking body areas where targeted exfoliating and brightening care is desired.

Skin Types: Normal • Combination • Oily • Blemish-prone skin • Dry skin with reduced frequency • Sensitive skin with appropriate acid and essential-oil tolerance
Skin Concerns: Dark spots • Post-blemish marks • Uneven-looking tone • Dullness • Rough texture • Bumpy skin • Dead skin cell buildup • Enlarged-looking pores • Excess sebum

Clinical Results:

• The supplied product information states that the formula was evaluated by P&K in a single patch test with 30 subjects and was rated Low Irritation.
• The supplied information also describes a 4-week consumer study reporting visible improvement in the appearance of dark spots and blemish marks.
• The supplied information states that participants experienced smoother-feeling texture after a single use. This is presented as a consumer-perception result rather than an objective percentage change in skin texture.
• No numerical dark-spot improvement percentages or complete study methodology were supplied.
• A Low Irritation result does not guarantee that every individual will tolerate the product, particularly because the formula contains exfoliating acids and several aromatic essential oils.
• Individual results may vary.

Formula Notes:

• Brand clarification: Although the supplied Brand field states FULLY, the product name and supplied marketing information identify this product as Dr.Melaxin. The polished copy therefore uses Dr.Melaxin.
• Triple-action brightening complex: Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid and Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract are all confirmed in the supplied INCI.
• Tranexamic Acid concentration: Tranexamic Acid is clearly present, but no percentage is supplied and its concentration cannot be determined from the INCI alone.
• Kojic Acid concentration: Kojic Acid is clearly present, but no percentage is supplied.
• AHA: Glycolic Acid is clearly listed and provides AHA exfoliation.
• PHA: Gluconolactone is clearly listed and provides PHA exfoliation.
• Succinic Acid: Succinic Acid is also present but should not be automatically classified as an AHA, BHA or PHA exfoliant.
• 9 forms of Hyaluronic Acid: The supplied INCI contains nine clearly named Hyaluronic Acid or hyaluronate forms.
• Fragrance and essential oils: No Fragrance or Parfum is listed, but several aromatic essential oils are present, including Lavender Oil, Lemon Peel Oil, Mandarin Orange Peel Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Orange Peel Oil and Rosemary Leaf Oil. The product should therefore not be described as fragrance-free.
• Citrus essential oils: Lemon, Mandarin Orange and Orange Peel Oils are present. Daily sunscreen is especially important when using the pads on sun-exposed areas, particularly because the formula also contains exfoliating acids.
• Colloidal Sulfur: Colloidal Sulfur is present and can support the appearance of oil-prone and blemish-prone skin, but the product should not be presented as a medical acne treatment.
• Retinoids: No Retinol, Retinal or other clearly identified retinoid is listed in the supplied INCI.

How to Use:

1. Use after cleansing on clean skin.
2. As a mini mask: Place the smooth side of a pad over an area of visible discoloration or uneven tone.
3. Leave in place for approximately 3–5 minutes.
4. Remove the pad and gently pat the remaining essence into the skin.
5. As an exfoliating toner pad: Use the embossed side to gently sweep over the face following the skin’s natural texture, avoiding the eye and lip areas.
6. Do not scrub repeatedly or apply excessive pressure, as mechanical friction can increase irritation and may worsen discoloration.
7. For body use, gently wipe over rough or uneven-looking areas such as the arms, elbows, knees or other intact body skin.
8. If you are new to exfoliating acids, begin approximately 2–3 times per week and increase frequency only if your skin remains comfortable.
9. Avoid application to broken, irritated, sunburned or freshly shaved or waxed skin.
10. If your skin is sensitive, avoid using strong AHA/BHA exfoliants or abrasive scrubs in the same routine.
11. Mild temporary tingling can occur with acid-based formulas, but persistent burning, pronounced redness or irritation is a reason to discontinue use.
12. Follow with serum and moisturizer as needed.
13. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning on exposed treated areas.

Key Ingredients:

• Niacinamide: Helps brighten dull-looking skin, support the skin barrier and improve the appearance of uneven tone and post-blemish marks.
• Kojic Acid: A brightening ingredient that helps improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven-looking pigmentation.
• Tranexamic Acid: Supports a more even-looking complexion and helps visible discoloration appear less noticeable.
• Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract: Provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning care and complements the formula’s brightening focus.
• Glycolic Acid: An AHA that helps remove accumulated dead surface cells and improve rough-looking texture.
• Gluconolactone: A PHA that provides gentle exfoliating and humectant benefits.
• 9 Forms of Hyaluronic Acid: Multiple Hyaluronic Acid derivatives help attract and retain moisture for smoother, more hydrated-looking skin.
• Panthenol: Helps moisturize and support skin comfort.
• Glutathione: Provides antioxidant support and complements the formula’s brightening-focused ingredients.
• Centella Asiatica Extract: Helps soothe and condition the skin.
• Zinc PCA: Supports balanced-looking sebum and is useful in formulas targeting oily or blemish-prone skin.
• Colloidal Sulfur: Supports oil-control and blemish-prone skin care while helping maintain a clearer-looking complexion.
• Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: A Vitamin C derivative that provides antioxidant care and supports brighter-looking skin.
• Tocopherol: Vitamin E that provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Ingredients:

Water, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycereth-25 Pca Isostearate, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Gluconolactone, Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cedrus Atlantica Wood Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Glutathione, Glycolic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Colloidal Sulfur, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Zinc Pca, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hesperidin, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Succinic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin, Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene, Riboflavin, Thiamine Hcl

FAQ:

Q: What does Dr.Melaxin TX-Kojic Acid Turmeric Toner Pad do?
A: It combines brightening, exfoliating, hydrating and soothing ingredients to help dark spots, post-blemish marks, dullness and rough texture appear improved.

Q: How many pads are included?
A: The supplied product information states that the jar contains 70 pre-soaked toner pads in 190ml of essence.

Q: What are the two sides of the pad for?
A: The smooth side is designed for use as a targeted mini mask, while the embossed side can be used to gently sweep away surface buildup and dead skin cells.

Q: How do I use it as a mini mask?
A: Place the smooth side over the area you want to target, leave it for approximately 3–5 minutes, then remove it and gently pat in the remaining essence.

Q: How do I use the embossed side?
A: Gently wipe along the skin’s texture after cleansing. Avoid repeatedly scrubbing the same area.

Q: Can I use the pads on my body?
A: Yes. The supplied product information specifically states that they can be used on the face and body to target roughness, dullness and uneven-looking tone.

Q: Can I use them on dark elbows or knees?
A: Yes. Intact areas such as elbows and knees can benefit from exfoliating and brightening care. Avoid aggressive rubbing, particularly if the skin is already irritated.

Q: Can I use them for post-acne marks?
A: Yes. Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid and other brightening ingredients may help post-blemish discoloration appear more even over time once the blemish itself has healed.

Q: Can the pads permanently remove dark spots?
A: No. They can help improve the appearance of discoloration with consistent use, but they cannot guarantee permanent removal and new pigmentation can develop.

Q: Can they treat melasma?
A: They may support a more even-looking complexion, but melasma is a complex pigmentation condition and these pads are not a medical treatment. Persistent melasma should be assessed by a dermatologist.

Q: Does the formula contain Tranexamic Acid?
A: Yes. Tranexamic Acid is clearly listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: What percentage of Tranexamic Acid does it contain?
A: No percentage is supplied, so the exact concentration cannot be determined from the INCI alone.

Q: Does it contain Kojic Acid?
A: Yes. Kojic Acid is clearly listed.

Q: What percentage of Kojic Acid does it contain?
A: The supplied information does not state a Kojic Acid percentage, so its exact concentration cannot be confirmed.

Q: Does it contain Turmeric?
A: Yes. Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract is present in the supplied INCI.

Q: Does it contain Niacinamide?
A: Yes. Niacinamide is the second ingredient in the supplied INCI and is a major part of the formula’s brightening and barrier-supporting profile.

Q: Does it contain AHA?
A: Yes. Glycolic Acid is clearly listed and provides AHA exfoliation.

Q: Does it contain PHA?
A: Yes. Gluconolactone is clearly listed and provides PHA exfoliation.

Q: Does it contain BHA or Salicylic Acid?
A: No Salicylic Acid or other clearly identified BHA is listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: Is Succinic Acid a BHA?
A: No. Succinic Acid is present, but it should not be classified as Salicylic Acid or as a conventional BHA exfoliant.

Q: Does it contain Glutathione?
A: Yes. Glutathione is clearly listed and contributes antioxidant and brightening-focused care.

Q: Does it contain Vitamin C?
A: Yes. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, a Vitamin C derivative, is present.

Q: Does it contain Zinc PCA?
A: Yes. Zinc Pca is listed and supports balanced-looking sebum, making the formula relevant for oily and blemish-prone areas.

Q: Does it contain Sulfur?
A: Yes. Colloidal Sulfur is clearly listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does Sulfur mean this treats acne?
A: No. Colloidal Sulfur can support oil-control and clearer-looking skin, but these toner pads should not be considered a medical acne treatment.

Q: How many forms of Hyaluronic Acid are included?
A: The supplied INCI contains nine clearly named forms of Hyaluronic Acid or hyaluronate.

Q: Which nine Hyaluronic Acid forms are included?
A: They are Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.

Q: Does it contain Panthenol?
A: Yes. Panthenol is listed relatively high in the formula and helps support hydration and skin comfort.

Q: Does it contain Centella Asiatica?
A: Yes. Centella Asiatica Extract is present for soothing and conditioning care.

Q: Is the toner pad fragrance-free?
A: No Fragrance or Parfum is listed, but the formula contains multiple aromatic essential oils and therefore should not be described as fragrance-free.

Q: Which essential oils are present?
A: The formula contains Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Wood Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil and Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil.

Q: Is Lavender listed as an extract or an essential oil?
A: It is specifically listed as Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, so it is an essential oil rather than merely a Lavender Extract.

Q: Does it contain drying alcohol?
A: Ethanol and Alcohol Denat. are not listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: Does it contain Retinol or Retinal?
A: No Retinol, Retinal or other clearly identified retinoid is listed.

Q: Is it suitable for oily skin?
A: Yes. Niacinamide, Zinc PCA, exfoliating acids and Colloidal Sulfur make it particularly relevant for oily skin concerned with uneven texture and post-blemish marks.

Q: Is it suitable for combination skin?
A: Yes. Combination skin can focus use on areas with visible pores, roughness, oiliness or discoloration.

Q: Can dry skin use these toner pads?
A: Yes, but dry skin may prefer less frequent use because Glycolic Acid and Gluconolactone are present. Follow with a hydrating serum and moisturizer.

Q: Are the pads suitable for sensitive skin?
A: The P&K patch test described in the supplied information rated the formula Low Irritation, but it still contains AHA, PHA and several aromatic essential oils. Highly reactive skin should patch test and introduce the pads gradually.

Q: What exactly was the irritation test?
A: According to the supplied information, P&K conducted a single patch test with 30 subjects and the product was rated Low Irritation.

Q: Does Low Irritation mean it cannot irritate my skin?
A: No. Clinical irritation classifications describe test conditions and do not guarantee universal tolerance.

Q: Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?
A: It may suit acne-prone skin concerned with excess oil, texture and post-blemish marks, but it is not a treatment for medical acne.

Q: Can I use the pads every day?
A: The supplied information describes them as gentle enough for daily use, but because Glycolic Acid, PHA and multiple essential oils are present, beginners and sensitive skin types may prefer starting 2–3 times per week and increasing only if well tolerated.

Q: Can I use them morning and night?
A: Twice-daily use is generally unnecessary for an exfoliating toner pad. Once daily at most, or several times per week for sensitive skin, is a more conservative approach.

Q: Can I use the pads with Retinol or Retinal?
A: Yes, but sensitive skin may prefer alternating them rather than using Glycolic Acid and Retinol or Retinal in the same routine.

Q: Can I use them with another AHA or BHA exfoliant?
A: Because the pads already contain Glycolic Acid and Gluconolactone, adding another strong exfoliant in the same routine may increase dryness and irritation.

Q: Can I use them with Vitamin C?
A: Yes, although the formula already contains Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate. Sensitive skin may prefer using a separate strong acidic Vitamin C product at another time of day.

Q: Can I use them with Niacinamide serum?
A: Yes, but Niacinamide is already the second ingredient in these pads, so an additional Niacinamide serum may not be necessary.

Q: Can I use them immediately after shaving?
A: No. Avoid acid-based toner pads immediately after shaving because freshly shaved skin is more likely to sting or become irritated.

Q: Can I use them after waxing or epilation?
A: Avoid applying them immediately after waxing or epilation. Wait until the skin has returned to its normal, comfortable condition.

Q: Do I need to rinse after using the pads?
A: The supplied directions do not instruct rinsing. Allow the remaining essence to absorb, then continue with serum or moisturizer.

Q: Do I need sunscreen while using them?
A: Yes. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is especially important because the pads contain Glycolic Acid and are intended to improve visible pigmentation. UV exposure can contribute to recurring dark spots.

Q: Can I use the toner pads during pregnancy?
A: No Retinol, Retinal or other clearly identified retinoid is listed. However, anyone with pregnancy-specific concerns about Kojic Acid, Tranexamic Acid or other cosmetic ingredients should discuss their routine with their doctor.

Q: Where can I buy Dr.Melaxin skincare in Cyprus?
A: You can find Dr.Melaxin TX-Kojic Acid Turmeric Toner Pad at Just Cosmetics, together with a curated selection of Korean Cosmetics in Cyprus.