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Meladerm Skin Lightening Cream

Meladerm Skin Lightening Cream: Dermatocare review

Meladerm Skin Lightening Cream, formulated with Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Niacinamide, is aligned to Combination/Normal, Dry skin, Non-sensitive skin, with skin concern of Melasma/PIH/Tanning.

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Last updated 15 September 2026 · How we evaluate?

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Overview

Skin type Combination/Normal, Dry

Skin concern Melasma/PIH/Tanning

Key Ingredients Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide

Specs Premium, Fragrance Free, Has silicone

Life stage

TeensCaution
PregnancyConsult

Formula highlight

  • Skin-lightening ingredients: Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Acid (Conc. Not found)
  • Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate — named, percentage not disclosed
  • Barrier repair ingredients: Ceramide NP, Shea Butter, Jojoba Esters
  • Hydrating ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate
  • Anti-acne ingredient: Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate

Keep in mind

  • None of the named actives discloses a percentage
  • Contains Cyclotetrasiloxane, flagged under our ingredients-under-review criteria

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This product complies with all applicable cosmetic safety regulations. Evaluations provided are based on Dermatocare's independent database criteria, which apply stricter benchmarks than standard regulatory guidelines.

Sensitive skin Cautious use: Contains ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers. Performing a 24-hour patch test is recommended prior to use.

Ingredient list

Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Tranexamic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Alpha-Arbutin, Squalane, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (Azelaic Acid), Glycerin, Phenylethyl Resorcinol (SymWhite), Kojic Acid, Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine (Sepiwhite), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Ceramide NP, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Jojoba Esters, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbic Acid.

Source: https://www.civantskincare.com/products/meladerm
Date: 15 September 2026

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