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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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Good Product

I am in my 50's and have large melasma spots on my cheeks, I started using this product a year ago, early I started seeing my spots getting lighter, but after all this time, they have not disappeared . I can see an improvement though. I am giving 4 stars because I was expecting to see them gone after a year of consistent use and the little stickiness after applying it.

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consistency needed

Product seemed to have work slightly, but need more time to evaluate. Needs time commitment for results to be seen.

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Love this product

I am over 60 and have been using this product about 9 months. Instead of a chemical peel, I chose to try this product. The results are slow but definitely works. I had discoloration on the sides of my face and using this product there is certainly improvement. I use the products AM and PM. I will continue to include this in my skin routine.

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Breaks me out

Let me start off by saying I LOVE SKINCEUTICALS. I have their retinol, facewash, moisturizer, eye cream, redness reducer, phyto gel, and CE ferulic but unfortunately this stuff just does. not. work. for. me. I've tried a few times to introduce it into my skin care regiment and every time it breaks me out like crazy all over my face (cheeks, jaw, chin) wheras normally I have a pretty decent complexion minus some dark spots. I've noticed the biggest difference in dark spot correction with the retinol 1.0. Slow and steady wins the race and that stuff will do it if you give it enough time. I really wanted to love but its a pass for me. :(

by Jill

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wish it worked better

I have a couple large patches of melasma aggravated by an IPL treatment. I'm Asian and in my 60's. almost nothing seems to lighten the problem, including retinoid treatments. This seems to lighten it slightly while using 2-3 times a day, but not at a level that would be noticeable to most people. Was hopeful due to the slight lightening early on, but it hasn't improved beyond that. Do not think I will purchase again.

by Susan Verified Purchase

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Works well!

I continue to buy this product for my mom because of how glowy she looks since she started using this. I can't tell if the product is actually lightening her dark spots but her skin definitely looks brighter and healthier.

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good product

I like SkinCeutical products. I use this product and the CE Ferulic. I think these products work well if used daily. I typically put them on in the morning and evening. I'm not sure how effective they are at reversing skin damage, but I do think they do a good job of preventing further wrinkles, lines, dryness, etc.

by Kelley Verified Purchase

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All of Skin Ceutical products

I love all of Skin Ceutical products. I order quite a few on a regular basis. Discoloration Defense is one of my favorites! Dermstore has been MY go to store. Unbelievable CUSTOMER SERVICE, also products are shopped quickly, even during this holiday season!! It's a pleasure dealing with them. Their standards are set high. They get an A+

by Patti Verified Purchase

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not a good product

I did not like this serum. I feel like it made my dark spots and the skin around them even darker.

by John

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This stuff works!

Definitely recommend. I know it's pricey but it works. I had a stubborn red spot that I thought was going to require laser removal by my dermatologist. This stuff got rid of it in about 9 weeks with regular use, once per day as the second step in my nighttime routine. Product texture and smell is pleasant. Usually apply three big drops: forehead and each cheek, and still have about 1/4 bottle after 90 days.

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