Dr. Melaxin Guide: Astaxanthin, Peel Shot & Calcium Lines
Dr. Melaxin is a Korean skincare brand built around clearly named lines: TX-Astaxanthin and Picotonic Shot for dark spots and glow, Peel Shot for exfoliating, Cemenrete Calcium for firmer-looking skin, Eyephalt for the eye area, and Aqua ion Plasma and Cicapair for hydration and calming. The range is big and the names are long, so the easiest way to shop is by line and concern. This guide sorts the Dr. Melaxin products we stock so you can choose without guessing.
Quick answer: Dark spots and uneven tone: the TX-Astaxanthin and Picotonic Shot lines. Dull skin and rough texture: Peel Shot (exfoliating, so go slowly). Firmer-looking skin: Cemenrete Calcium. Eye area: Eyephalt. Hydration and calming: Aqua ion Plasma and Cicapair. See the whole Dr. Melaxin collection.
Which Dr. Melaxin product is for you?
| Your concern | Line | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| Dark spots, uneven tone | Astaxanthin / Picotonic | TX-Astaxanthin Brightening Serum |
| Post-acne marks | Picotonic Shot | Cemenrete Picotonic Shot Pigmentation Ampoule |
| Dull skin, rough texture, clogged pores | Peel Shot | Peel Shot Exfoliating White Rice Ampoule |
| Firmness and volume | Cemenrete Calcium | Cemenrete Calcium Intense Ampoule Plus |
| Neck area | Necksphalt | Necksphalt ECM Neck Barrier Cream |
| Eye area | Eyephalt / Calcium eye | Eyephalt EyeBag Cream |
| Hydration and glow | Aqua ion Plasma | Aqua ion Plasma Water Glow Ampoule |
| Sensitive-feeling, redness-prone skin | Cicapair | Cicapair Calming Cream |
| Oily skin and pores | Cactox / Lipino | Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm |
TX-Astaxanthin and Picotonic Shot: for dark spots and glow
- TX-Astaxanthin Brightening Serum — a brightening serum for dark spots and uneven tone.
- Astaxanthin Brightening Ampoule — an ampoule for a brighter-looking, more even tone.
- TX-Astaxanthin Anti Dark Spot Capsule Cream — a moisturizer aimed at dark spots and glow.
- TX-Astaxanthin Overnight Wrapping Mask — a sleeping mask for the evening step.
- TX-Astaxanthin Brightening Capsule Sun Screen — a sunscreen from the same line for the morning step.
- Cemenrete Picotonic Shot Pigmentation Ampoule — a vitamin C ampoule for dark spots and post-acne marks.
- Cemenrete Picotonic Shot Pigmentation Corrector Calcium Cream — a spot-care cream for pigmentation and post-acne marks.
- TX Ampoule — a vitamin C and niacinamide ampoule for spots and glow.
- Peel Shot Glow White Rice Serum — a rice-extract serum for glow and uneven tone.
Browse more in Dark Spots & Pigmentation and Vitamin C. Brightening works best with daily sunscreen, so read our sunscreen guide.
Peel Shot: exfoliating serums, ampoules and toner
Peel Shot products contain exfoliating ingredients such as glycolic or salicylic acid. Start slowly, patch-test, and use sunscreen every morning.
- Peel Shot Exfoliating Kojic Acid Turmeric Serum — an exfoliating serum with glycolic acid, aimed at tone and texture.
- Peel Shot Exfoliating TX-Serum — an exfoliating serum with glycolic and salicylic acids.
- Peel Shot Exfoliating White Rice Ampoule — a rice-extract exfoliating ampoule for pores and glow.
- Peel Shot Exfoliating Black Rice Ampoule — a black rice exfoliating ampoule for texture and blackheads.
- Peel Shot Glow White Rice Toner — an exfoliating, hydrating toner for glow and texture.
- Bio-Spicule BP Exfoliating Pad — exfoliating pads with salicylic acid for blemish-prone skin.
- Peel Shot Exfoliating Kojic Acid Turmeric Spray — a body spray with an AHA exfoliant.
See Exfoliators, Pores & Texture and Blackheads & Whiteheads.
Cemenrete Calcium and Necksphalt: for firmer-looking skin
- Cemenrete Calcium Intense Ampoule Plus — a collagen and hyaluronic ampoule for firmer-looking skin.
- Cemenrete Calcium Volume Cream — a rich cream for firmness and barrier comfort.
- Cemenrete Calcium Volume Multi Balm — an occlusive balm stick for targeted areas.
- Cemenrete Cyano Pink Spicule Serum — a niacinamide serum with a spicule texture.
- Calcium Cyano Cemenrete Cyano Pink Spicule Cream — a cream for glow, firmness and tone.
- Necksphalt ECM Neck Barrier Cream — a neck cream with collagen and peptides.
- Necksphalt ECM Ceramide Neck Serum (10 x 1.5ml) — single-use neck serum ampoules with ceramides and peptides.
Browse Serums & Ampoules and Collagen. For a wider look at firming skincare, read our collagen guide.
Eye care: Eyephalt and Calcium eye products
- Eyephalt EyeBag Cream — an eye cream with ceramides, peptides and niacinamide.
- Eyephalt Retinol Eyebag Cream — an eye cream with retinol, peptides and hyaluronic acid.
- TX Retinalsome Double Effect Eye Cream — a retinol eye cream with a generous size.
- Cemenrete Calcium Dark Spot Eye Cream — an eye cream with collagen and niacinamide for dark areas.
- Calcium Bonding Eye Cream — an eye cream with peptides and hyaluronic acid.
- Calcium Cemenrete Calcium Volume Eye Patch (60 patches) — eye patches with peptides and hyaluronic acid.
More in Eye Care. Retinol eye creams are best introduced gradually, a few nights a week at first.
Hydration, calming and pore care
- Aqua ion Plasma Water Glow Ampoule — a hyaluronic ampoule for hydration and glow.
- Aqua ion Plasma Hydrating Gel Cream — a gel moisturizer with ceramides and centella.
- Cicapair Calming Cream — a centella cream for redness-prone, sensitive-feeling skin.
- Oyster Peptide Ampoule — a peptide and hyaluronic ampoule for firmness and glow.
- Lipino Anti-Fatty Acid Oil Ampoule — an oil-control ampoule for blemish-prone skin.
- Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm — a pore balm for blackheads and shine.
- Cactox Pore Relief Dual Capsule Cream — a pore-care moisturizer.
- Melting Cleanser — a cleansing foam for oily skin and pores.
See Dehydration & Barrier Repair, Redness & Sensitivity and Oil Control & Shine. Dealing with breakouts? Read our acne guide.
Lip care: BP Spicule Plumping Lip Shot
- BP Spicule Plumping Lip Shot Maxi #Hard Touch — a lip treatment with peptides.
- BP Spicule Plumping Lip Shot Mild #Mild Touch — a milder lip treatment.
- BP Spicule Plumping Lip Shot Mild #Soft Touch — a mild lip treatment with hyaluronic acid.
Patch-test lip treatments first and stop if you feel irritation.
Tip: Pick one Dr. Melaxin line that matches your main concern and add products one at a time, giving each 2-3 weeks. Do not stack several exfoliating products in the same routine. Wear sunscreen every morning, especially with brightening or exfoliating products, and patch-test first. Want to compare brands? See the Abib guide or the Round Lab guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dr. Melaxin line is best for dark spots?
The TX-Astaxanthin and Picotonic Shot lines are the ones aimed at dark spots and uneven tone. Many people start with a serum or ampoule and add the sunscreen from the same line.
What is Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot?
It is the exfoliating line, with serums, ampoules, a toner and a body spray. Start a few times a week, patch-test, and wear sunscreen every morning.
Can I use Dr. Melaxin eye creams every day?
The non-retinol eye creams are made for regular use. For the retinol eye creams, start a few nights a week and build up if your skin is comfortable.
Which Dr. Melaxin product is best for oily skin and pores?
Look at the Cactox Pore Relief balm and cream, the Lipino ampoule and the Melting Cleanser.
Is Dr. Melaxin at lo la original?
Yes. lo la sells original products from authorised suppliers and delivers across all governorates of Egypt.
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