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Dr. Melaxin Order of Use: Step-by-Step Skincare Routine
The Dr. Melaxin order of use depends on which product line you have, as Peel Shot and the Collagen Boost Set follow different routines. This guide explains how to use Dr. Melaxin products in the correct order, including AM and PM steps, how often to apply exfoliating or spicule products, and which combinations may increase the risk of irritation.
By the Dr. Melaxin Guide editorial team · Last updated 30 October 2026
⚡ Quick answer
The Dr. Melaxin order of use is generally cleanser → serum → cream or balm → eye care, with sunscreen as the final step in your morning routine. If using Peel Shot, follow its specific instructions and use it only on designated exfoliation nights. The Collagen Boost Set has its own product sequence, so follow the instructions for that line rather than applying every Dr. Melaxin product in one routine.
CleanseCleansing oil, then a gel cleanser
ExfoliatePeel Shot, 1–2 nights only
ToneToner or toner pad
SerumThin layer, pat in
CreamSeal everything inExample evening routine with Dr. Melaxin products, from thinnest to thickest texture.
Step by step
Dr. Melaxin routine order, morning and night
🌙 Evening routine
- Cleanse with your usual cleanser or the Melting Cleanser.
- Exfoliating night only: use the Peel Shot, 1–2 nights a week as a cautious starting point — some users report using it more often, but start low. Rinse well and avoid the eye area. On this night, skip the spicule serum, any exfoliating toner or pad, vitamin C, and retinoids/retinal — see the conflicts table below.
- Toner (non-Peel Shot nights): use a hydrating toner nightly (for example the Peel Shot Glow White Rice Toner). Save exfoliating toners or pads (TX Peeling Toner, Kojic Acid Turmeric Toner Pads, Bio-Spicule BP Pore Exfoliating Pads) for their own limited schedule, not every night — treat them the same cautious way as the Peel Shot.
- Serum or ampoule, such as a Picotonic Shot or Pink Spicule serum — the brand’s own directions for the spicule serum say to apply 1–2 drops nightly, after toner, followed by moisturizer. Skip this on a Peel Shot night.
- Cream, such as TX-Cream for dark spots.
- Eye care — pick one eye product for the night, not several: Dark Spot Cover Eye Cream or TX Retinalsome Double Effect Eye Cream (a retinoid — night only, SPF the next morning) for dark spots/circles; Eyephalt for puffy bags; the calcium balm stick for dry lines. Don’t stack more than one or two of these the same night.
☀️ Morning routine
- Rinse or gentle cleanse.
- Toner.
- Serum.
- Light moisturizer.
- Sunscreen, every day, especially if you use exfoliants, tranexamic acid or kojic acid.
- Calcium balm under the eyes, over the sunscreen, if you want it as makeup prep.
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Cheat sheet
Where each Dr. Melaxin product goes
| Product | Step | When | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peel Shot ampoules | After cleansing | PM | 1–2× a week to start |
| Toner / toner pads | After cleansing or exfoliating | AM and PM | Daily |
| Picotonic Shot, Pink Spicule serum | Serum step | PM (spicule serums) | Follow the box |
| TX-Cream | Cream step | AM and PM | Daily |
| Calcium Multi Balm | Last step / under makeup | AM and PM | As needed |
| Calcium Volume Eye Patch | Before eye cream | Any time | Before events |
| Kojic Acid Turmeric Spray | Body, in the shower | Any time | 2–3× a week; massage in and rinse in the shower (per the product label) |
Dr. Melaxin TX Cream (Tranexamic Acid)
- Type: Brightening cream
- Best for: Dark spots, uneven tone
- Key ingredients: Tranexamic acid and niacinamide (retailers state 3.5% each, not confirmed independently), ceramide NP, panthenol
- Texture: See our full TX Cream review for the texture and how-to-use details
Key Features
A rich cream with tranexamic acid and niacinamide, two well-studied ingredients for uneven tone, plus ceramide and panthenol for the skin barrier.
How to Use
Apply as the last step at night, or in the morning under SPF. A thin layer is enough since the texture is heavy.
Results
Gradual fading of spots over 4–8 weeks with daily SPF. Can feel heavy in humid weather.
Dr. Melaxin Calcium Volume Eye Patch
- Type: Hydrogel patches
- Best for: Puffy eyes before an event
- Key ingredients: Rebornic calcium (retailers state 10,000 ppm / 1%, not independently confirmed in the INCI), adenosine
- Count: 60 patches
Key Features
Hydrogel patches you can use under the eyes, on smile lines or on the forehead. A fast, cooling refresh before makeup or a night out.
How to Use
Place on clean skin for 15–20 minutes, remove, and pat in what’s left. Chill them in the fridge for a stronger depuffing feel.
Results
Less puffy, refreshed-looking eyes for the day. The effect is temporary.
Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot Kojic Acid Turmeric Body Spray
- Type: Body exfoliating spray
- Best for: Rough elbows, knees, bumpy skin
- Key ingredients: Kojic acid, turmeric, keratin care, AHA, PHA, niacinamide
- Size: 200 ml
Key Features
A spray-on body exfoliator for areas that are hard to treat with a cream. Kojic acid and niacinamide target uneven tone while acids smooth rough patches.
How to Use
Spray on dry body skin, wait 1–2 minutes, then massage and rinse in the shower. Use 2–3 times a week and moisturize after.
Results
Softer, smoother body skin with steady use. Dark patches fade slowly over weeks, not in one wash.
Sets and bundles
Using a Dr. Melaxin bundle or set
Considering the five-step set? Read our Collagen Boost Set review first.
Sets like the Collagen Boost Set and Radiant Blowout Routine Set mix steps without numbering them. Sort what’s in your box by texture (liquid, gel, cream, balm) and follow the order above. If a set includes the Peel Shot, use it only on exfoliation nights, not every day.
Building your own eye routine instead of buying a set? Compare options in our Dr. Melaxin eye products guide, and check our product finder to see where each item is sold.
Avoid these
Mistakes to avoid with a Dr. Melaxin routine
For side effects and what not to mix, see is Dr. Melaxin safe?
- Using the Peel Shot and retinol on the same night.
- Adding every product in the first week. Introduce one every 5–7 days instead.
- Skipping sunscreen while using acids and brightening ingredients.
- Using spicule serums on broken or irritated skin.
Still deciding what to buy? Start with our guide to whether Dr. Melaxin is legit, buy from a store on our official website list, and check your parcel with the real vs fake checklist.
What not to combine on the same night
This is a cautious editorial rule, not a brand or dermatology statement — check with a dermatologist if you’re layering actives for the first time.
| If you’re using | Skip the same night |
|---|---|
| Peel Shot (Black Rice or White Rice ampoule) | Spicule serum, exfoliating toners/pads, vitamin C, retinoids/retinal |
| TX Peeling Toner or other exfoliating toner/pad | The Peel Shot, another exfoliating toner, or a retinoid the same night |
| TX Retinalsome Double Effect Eye Cream or Eyephalt Retinol Eyebag Cream | The Peel Shot, exfoliating toners, and any other retinoid; use SPF the next morning |
| Picotonic Shot Ampoule or Cyano Pink Spicule Serum | The Peel Shot the same night (both can irritate together) |
Brand-defined routines, by line
Several Dr. Melaxin lines come with their own numbered routine from the brand or its retailers, which is worth following over a generic order:
- TX line (dark spots): TX Ampoule Cleanser → TX Peeling Toner → TX Ampoule RX → TX Cream → TX Retinalsome Double Effect Eye Cream (night, retinoid).
- Cemenrete calcium line (anti-aging/volume): Calcium Volume Ampoule → Calcium Volume Cream → Calcium Multi-Balm.
- BP Pore line (pores): cleansing foam → exfoliating pad → the line’s other steps, following the product labels.
- Astaxanthin line (freckles/antioxidant): toner first, with the astaxanthin capsules as the last step.
Mixing products across lines (for example, Cemenrete balm with a TX serum) is common and generally fine — just follow the thin-to-thick order and the conflicts table above.
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Conclusion
Final thoughts: thin to thick, one product at a time
The Dr. Melaxin routine isn’t complicated once you sort by texture: cleanse, exfoliate on set nights, then toner, serum, cream and eye care, with sunscreen every morning.
The two rules that prevent most problems: introduce one new product at a time, and never stack the Peel Shot with retinol or another strong acid on the same night.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources: drmelaxin.us product directions · Ulta Beauty product pages · Reddit r/AsianBeauty and r/koreanskincare routine threads.
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