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SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense (1 fl. oz.)

A skin-brightening serum clinically proven to correct dark spots.

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Image 1, at a glance. Texture = oil free, lightweight serum. Skin type = combination and oily. image 2, KEY INGREDIENTS 3% TRANEXAMIC ACID Minimizes discoloration and brown patches with continued use. KOJIC ACID Helps improve skin brightness. 5% NIACINAMIDE Also known as Vitamin B3, this water-soluble vitamin helps reduce discoloration. 5% HEPES Helps break the bonds that bind dead skin cells to the surface to facilitate even exfoliation. image 3, even skin tones in as early as 2 weeks. image 4, before and after 12 weeks - average results. Protocol: Average results shown. A 12-week, single-center. clinical study was conducted on 50 females, ages 25 to 60, Fitzpatrick I-IV with mild to moderate facial skin discoloration, including stubborn dork spots, post-acne marks, and uneven skin tone. Discoloration Defense was applied to the face twice a doy in Coniunction With o sunscreen. Efficacy and tolerability evoluotions were conducted baseline and weeks 2, 8, and 2Protocol: A single-centere clinical study was conducted on 51 female subiects. Fitzpatrick with visible signs Of skin discoloration/ hyperpigmentation, including post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation ond melasma. Discoloration Defense WOs applied to the face twice a doy in coniunction With a sunscreen. Efficacy ond tolerability evaluations were conducted Ot baseline at weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12. image 5, clincally proven results. 81% decrease in post acne marks. 60% reduction in brown patches. 59% improvement in uneven skin tones. 20% improvement in discoloration after 2 weeks. image 6, how to apply. step 1 = twice daily dispense 3-5 drops into clean hands. step 2 = gently press into skin on the face evenly, follow with sunscreen. image 7, aesthetician insight, cori ramos, skinceuticals pro and licensed aethetician said - discoloration defense helps reduce the appearance of surface discoloration (key ingredient niacinamide), but also reduced the inflammatory response caused by heat, hormones, and other environmental aggressors. controlling inflammation is the first step in preventing and reducing discoloration. image 8, customer review, an anonymous dermstore customer said - helps lighten my melasma. my dermatologist specialises in melasma highly recommended this product to be used during my skin care regime for melasma treatment. i'm on my second bottle and am seeing a significant difference. well worth the money, now on. image 9, discoloration treatment comparison. discoloration defense = concern - discoloration. skin type - normal, oily, dry, combination, sensitive. benefit - discoloration and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation treatment. phyto A+ brightening treatment = concern - dehydrated, sensitized, discoloration, dull and acne. skin type = normal, oily, dry, conbination and sensitive. benefit - brightness, improved texture and clarity. image 10 COMPLETE THE MORNING REGIMEN PRODUCTS SOLD SEPARATELY STEP 1 PREVENT PHLORETIN CF STEP 2 CORRECT DISCOLORATION DEFENSE STEP 3 CORRECT METACELL RENEWAL B3 STEP 4 PROTECT SHEER PHYSICAL UV DEFENSE SUNSCREEN SPF 50. image 11, COMPLETE THE NIGHTTIME REGIMEN PRODUCTS SOLD SEPARATELY STEP 1 CLEANSE GLYCOLIC RENEWAL CLEANSER STEP 2 PREVENT PHLORETIN CF STEP 3 CORRECT DISCOLORATION DEFENSE STEP 4 CORRECT METACELL RENEWAL B3. image 12, pro formula, clinically formulated = paraben free, hydroquinone free, fragrance free, silicone free.

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A big win

This works, be patient and use as directed (2xaday) and there is a difference. My 17 yr old son even used it and was willing to buy it himself.  I have aged skin and have been fighting discoloration for years. I am exhausted with trying to find the exact product that works. Skin ceuticals is a trusted product line and they did not disappoint. The difference is subtle but huge for me.

by Laura Verified Purchase

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Gentle but effective

This is one of my favorite products with Niacinamide. It is gentle, non irritating and doesn't make my face feel greasy or sticky. It takes consistency and proper use of sunscreen to see any significant change in hyperpigmentation. My spots are now much easier to cover up with makeup. I'm looking forward to using this after my laser resurfacing procedure coming up to help build on that treatment.

by Bianca Verified Purchase

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Works great on post acne marks

I struggle with some redness from acne marks and over time this has really helped lighten them up. I’ll never be without this. 

by CMJ Verified Purchase

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Sunspot gone

I received this in a beauty fix kit and love it! I went to dermatologist to have a sunspot at the corner of my eye froze and went to one treatment and never went back but still had it. It looks as if I've smeared my makeup way outside of where it should be. I used this sparingly over a month and my spot has disappeared. I'm so grateful for this! Highly recommend!

by Carrie

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it works

I love it, it has improved my spots and prevents new

by Michelle Verified Purchase

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Absorbs well into the skin but hasn’t stilled sun spots

This serum applies nicely, however I’ve noticed that I still get dark sun spots despite applying SPF

by Kimaya Verified Purchase

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Beginning to see a difference

I’m on my third week of using this product and already my skin appears brighter and has regained its old glow.  

by Patricia Verified Purchase

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Just ok

While it seems to be a good product based on ingredients, I am not sure if it did anything for my melasma spots. I do see some skin brightening after using a bottle but nothing to lighten Sun damage spots. I think HQ is the only thing that truly works but is not good for u. I will not buy this again 

by MD Verified Purchase

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Breakout inducer

I’ve been using this for 2 weeks, so I can’t comment on the effect of lightening my hyperpigmentations, which I haven’t seen any. Of course, I understand it takes time for any topical solution to work. I do want to comment on how much it makes me have breakouts! I don’t have sensitive skin, so I am surprised to see all the breakouts since I started using the product. It just makes me wonder if I even should keep using it for the potential that it might help me or just give up so that I don’t damage my skin more. Very disappointed considering how expensive this is!

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Effective

I'm 53 years of age and this worked on my very stubborn dark spots. In conjunction with consistently using the physical sunblock, I'm very happy with the results. Give it some time, for me about three weeks, and it will work wonders.

by Lauren P

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