ANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml

Anua Dark Spot Correcting Serum pairs 10% niacinamide with 4% tranexamic acid (TXA), then adds both arbutin and alpha-arbutin on top, a four-ingredient approach to hyperpigmentation that goes further than a standard single-active brightening serum. Six plant oils, macadamia, olive, jojoba and grape seed among them, keep the formula from feeling drying despite the concentration of actives packed in.

Why You'll Love It

• 10% niacinamide and 4% tranexamic acid work together on the look of dark spots and uneven tone
• Arbutin and alpha-arbutin add two further brightening actives rather than relying on niacinamide alone
• Six plant oils help offset the drying feel a high-percentage active serum can otherwise have
• Sodium hyaluronate and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid support hydration alongside the brightening work
• Fits into both morning and evening routines, applied before oils and moisturisers

Key Ingredients

• Niacinamide (10%) supports a more even-looking tone and a stronger skin barrier
• Tranexamic Acid (4%) works alongside niacinamide on the look of dark spots and discolouration
• Arbutin and Alpha-Arbutin add two further brightening actives to the formula
• Sodium Hyaluronate supports hydration alongside the brightening actives

Full Ingredients (INCI)

Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arbutin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alpha-Arbutin, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Prunus Persica (Peach) Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Yeast Ferment Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract. Refer to the packaging for the complete formula.

How to Use

Apply a few drops to affected areas and gradually increase usage as your skin adjusts. Use morning and night, before oils and moisturisers. Always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day, since visible brightening results depend on consistent sun protection.

Suitable For

Skin dealing with dark spots, post-blemish marks or generally uneven tone, across most skin types.

About Anua

Anua is a Korean skincare brand focused on gentle, effective formulas and a mindful approach to beauty, using natural ingredients selected to enhance skin health while limiting irritation. This serum sits alongside the brand's Peach and Heartleaf lines as a dedicated brightening option. Browse the full Anua collection for the rest of the range.

FAQ

Q: How is this different from the Peach 70% Niacinamide Serum?
Ans: This serum combines a higher, 10% niacinamide concentration with tranexamic acid, arbutin and alpha-arbutin specifically for dark spots, while the Peach serum uses a lower niacinamide percentage alongside alpha-arbutin and a peach-based complex for general brightening.

Q: Do I need sunscreen while using this serum?
Ans: Yes, daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is essential, since brightening actives like niacinamide and tranexamic acid work best alongside consistent sun protection.

Q: Can I use this serum every day from the start?
Ans: The brand recommends gradually increasing usage, so start with a few applications a week and build up as your skin adjusts.

Q: Is this serum suitable for sensitive skin?
Ans: The plant oil base is included to help offset dryness, though it's worth patch testing first given the concentration of actives.