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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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Terrific Skin Brightener

I cleanse at night then apply Discoloration Defense. In the morning, my skin is noticeably brighter. I have used this for over a year and am now a devoted user.

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Easy to Use

I like this product because it is easy to apply, dries quickly and works well with the other products my dermatologist recommends for my sensitive skin. I put it on and within a minute am able to apply my SkinCeuticals 2.4.2 Moisture Cream (the one with peptides), and top it off with JOURNÉE Revitalizing Day Cream SPF 30. The lightening is gradual, but I prefer using this product over using harsher treatments. The smell is very light/neutral, also good for me because I cannot use strongly-perfumed products.

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Daily product

I have been using this product daily for about a year and can tell a huge improvement in my skin. Prior to using this I had very noticeable brown spots particularly on my left side (since that's the drivers side when I'm in my car). I started using it as part of the brighting system then over time added more products in as I saw changes in my skin. Now my brown spots are not very noticeable and are pretty much hidden under my face up (Gucci Westman foundation stick) highly recommend!

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Helps lighten my melasma!

My dermatologist who specializes in melasma highly recommended this product 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.

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it really works

I use this with the Vitamin C E Ferulic and it's made such a difference in my melasma and other hyperpigmentation. All my spots are still there, but far less noticeable from a pre-COVID conversation distance. I just purchased my 4th bottle.

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So far so good

I still have some hypermigmentation / melasma on my forehead even after some clear and brilliant treatments. It's the melasma that never goes away. I use this just to help combat some of the discoloration still there and to not get any more when I'm out in the sun. Seeing some difference but not enough to WOW. Will keep using it just to help combat the discoloration.

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Great results!

I have very fair skin which is very prone to hyperpigmentation. I've been using Discoloration Defense for 6 months and it has been effective in brightening dark spots on my face and preventing new spots from appearing.

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Every morning.

Consistency is key and rewarding if you use this product every day. My dark spots have noticeably lightened. This size lasts quite a long time. I use this in conjunction with Skinceuticals C E Ferulic too. Highly recommend!

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Undecided about product

Since I received this I have tried it twice and both times it has irritated my skin, with burning, itching, redness and very dry. I usually don't have sensitive skin and have used ingredients like niacinamide before with no problem.. I like the Skinceuticals products and will maybe try this when it's not so dry and cold.

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Good product

This serum works well together with CE Feurrlic. It hasn't completely worked for my hyperpigmentation but I'm on my second bottle so we'll see how it goes. It's lightweight and feels good on the skin.

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