{"product_id":"krx-mela-defense-whitening-cream","title":"KrX Mela Defense Whitening Cream","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrX Mela Defense Whitening Cream harnesses traditional Korean medicine principles (Hanbang) with a scientifically-backed formula designed to address hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. This advanced treatment combines a potent tyrosinase inhibitor with \u003cstrong\u003e5% Tranexamic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e3% Niacinamide\u003c\/strong\u003e to gently suppress melanin production while supporting cellular repair. The proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eRiFerm NPG™ complex\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring \u003cstrong\u003eCOSMOS-certified organic fermented rice water\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivers clinically-proven antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. Ideal for those managing melasma, sun damage, or post-peel sensitivity, this cream is gentle enough for daily use while effectively brightening and balancing your complexion from within. For best results, use after KrX Mela Defense Whitening Serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eHyperpigmentation \u0026amp; Uneven Skin Tone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eTranexamic acid + hexylresorcinol + glutathione\u003c\/strong\u003e target excess pigment formation and visible discoloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"767\"\u003ePost-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eSun spots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eUneven tone maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eWorks best as \u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"863\"\u003econsistent, long-term support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eMelasma-Prone Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eTranexamic acid is especially helpful for \u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003emelasma-prone clients\u003c\/strong\u003e when paired with strict SPF use\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eDull or Sallow-Looking Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eFerments, fruit extracts, vitamin E, and antioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e improve overall radiance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eHelps skin look brighter and healthier over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eNormal, Dry \u0026amp; Combination Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eCaprylic\/capric triglyceride, dicaprylyl ether, hydrogenated rapeseed oil, fatty alcohols\u003c\/strong\u003e provide moisture and comfort\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eClients Using Actives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eCan be layered alongside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eRetinoids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eExfoliating acids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eProfessional treatments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eAllantoin + dipotassium glycyrrhizate\u003c\/strong\u003e help calm and buffer irritation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eAll Ages (Teens Through Mature Skin)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eAppropriate for teens dealing with PIH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eExcellent for adult and mature skin with sun-related discoloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eUse With Caution If\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eVery oily or congestion-prone skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eMilia-prone skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"accordion__title js accordion-is-open\" data-accordion-trigger=\"description-2\" aria-controls=\"description-2\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__body no-js-accordion\" id=\"description-2\" data-accordion-body=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eWater, Dipropylene Glycol, Tranexamic Acid, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Saccharomyces\/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexa-nediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ammonium Acryloyl-dimethyitaurate\/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Pentylene Glycol, Simethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydro-genated Rapeseed Oil, Sodium Acrylate\/Sodium Acryloyl-dimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Myristyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl-glycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Isohexade-cane, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Lauryl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Saccharomyces\/Panax Ginseng Flower Ferment Extract, Hexylresorcinol, t-Butyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Oleate, Lycopodium Clavatum Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Glutathione\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Ingredients may change or vary from time to time. 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