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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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Still undecided

I love skinceuticals, and have used many of their products for several years. I noticed a sunspot and was ordering Emollience anyway, so I figured I’d try the discoloration defense. I use it daily, as recommended, with my SC cleansers and moisturizers. Some days I feel like my skin tone looks more even and some days I feel like I see a shadow where I may have not blended the product as much. This effect changes daily so I figure it’s not set in stone how the product works. Overall, I like it. There is no odor, it absorbs well and appears to work. I will probably purchase this product again! 

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Love this

Expensive but worth the price. Very nicely formulated. Good results

by Jing Verified Purchase

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Zero results

I wanted to be sure to give this product enough time before evaluating. After 10 weeks of faithfully using the product morning and night I see no appreciable difference at all. No brightening, no evening, nothing. Not every product works for everyone, and this did nothing for me. An expensive epic fail.

by Candace Verified Purchase

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Good product, although pricey

SkinCeuticals tends to be very pricey, but always high quality product. This works in reducing dark spots over time if used daily coupled with using sunblock everyday to prevent further damage. 

by Sophia Verified Purchase

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Great for fading marks

A great but pricey option to fade acne marks.

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Didn't notice a difference

Used this consistently for ~1 month. Maybe I needed to use it for longer, but I didn't notice an appreciable change in my acne scars.

by Marisa

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Didn’t see huge improvements

Had high hopes for this serum and used it in conjunction with the C E Ferulic for maximum benefit. However I didn’t see too much of an improvement in my hyperpigmentation. Disappointed since it was quite expensive. 

by Nicole

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Positive results!

I have seen a positive change in my hyperpigmentation since regularly using this product - especially in combination with chemical peels and sunscreen during the day. My sun spots have lightened quite a bit and my skin tone looks more even. I’m on my second bottle now.

by pd Verified Purchase

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Pricey but absolutely worth it

Well worth the money. I use this day and night, just a little fingertip drop. I use the Vitamin C/Feruelic Acid serum during the daytime, after the discoloration defense. It was prescribed this way by my Dermatologist...what a difference. One bottle lasts me about 3 mos, granted I use it twice a day. No sensitivity, but when you first start using it, for the first 2-3 weeks, you will notice small dry patches that peel. I naturally have fair asian skin, but the texture and brightness has improved dramatically.

by Meg Verified Purchase

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Actually works

You have to be consistent with this to see results, but surprisingly saw results. It actually works. I found it to be a little aggravating to my sensitive skin, so I didn't use it every day, but spacing it out every other day made it work well for me. Would repurchase.

by Danyah

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