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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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Reviews and results may vary from person to person. Customer reviews are and do not represent the views of The Hut Group.

Great pigment treatment

Glides on very smooth. Works well under make up and other products. A pleasure to use and really helps with pigment!

by Elizabeth Verified Purchase

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Nice texture

The texture of this product  is silky and it is easy to apply directly to my skin with the dropper. There is no detectable fragrance. I'm hopeful about this product as it was recommended by my dermatologist. 

by C Verified Purchase

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Brightening & Clarifying

As with other Skinceuticals products, this serum does what it promises to do. Pretty happy with it! 

by Laura Verified Purchase

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Add to your serums

My dermatologist recommended this to help with discoloration in addition to SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF. I use the vitamin C first, then this serum every morning. I’ve definitely noticed an overall improvement to my discoloration and melasma, much lighter and smaller spots. I can’t say if it’s just because of one serum or the other but I want all the help I can get!  My esthetician also recommended to use this immediately after the BioRePeel when I couldn’t use vitamin C for a few days.  A lot goes a long way, so the bottle will last a few months. 

by KCinNC Verified Purchase

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This product always does the trick

I received this product as a sample in the past and it seemed to work on lightening my discoloration. Recently, I had a facial and the lady had a poor extraction technique that caused hyperpigmentation on my nose. I was horrified. Everyday my nose got darker. So on day three I began using the rest of my sample and ordered a bottle. I have been using it 1-2 daily with sunscreen and it is helping. I think my nose didn’t get as dark as it would have because I started using this product early. I tried this with the Phloretin CF, but my skin was little dry. So I paired it with the HA intensifier that I usually use.  I am am African American with a medium complexion and have always dealt with hyperpigmentation issues and sensitive skin. Skin Cuticles has been working for me for over 5 years and I love their products. But follow their suggestions, because they work. Their suggestions have been accurate for me.

by Felicia Verified Purchase

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Discoloration Defense

I've been using this for a while I put it after the CE Ferulic, I have notice my face looks lighter and more even. I really like it.

by Mayra Verified Purchase

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Skin Ceuticals Discoloration Defense Serim

I have suffered with melasma for years.  I have tried everything including chemical peels.  I am seeing some lightning of my dark spots after using this. I will continue and my uneven skin tone is looking much brighter.  

by Deborah Verified Purchase

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Excellent for Maintenance

I had stopped using this for a while, but noticed my dark spots were reappearing. I've since resumed using it along with Phloretin CF and the spots are definitely lightening up. I think it's important to keep using this to maintain the results of long process of lightening dark spots.

by CP415 Verified Purchase

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I've used thus product for several years and have found it to be highly effective overtime.

I have found Discoloration Defense to be highly effective overtime. I saw discolored areas of my skin slowly become much lighter over a three month time period. That was after I found out that on my part, I had to be very consistent about applying it each and every each day so that It could work effectively for me. Presently, it is my Number One go-to for getting dark areas gently lightened!

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Already noticing results after almost 2 weeks

I’ve been using it twice a day and already noticing results. It terms of skin tone I do feel Its brighter and more even. However I’m yet to see a change on the color of the spots so I’ll continue using it and hopefully see a difference before summer starts! 

by Sally Verified Purchase

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