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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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Skin looks brighter and more even

I've been using discoloration defense for about a month and I definitely see a difference. I'm in my 40s and have been dealing with hormonal acne, which left stubborn red marks. Plus my skin tone has some unevenness. I started working with a new dermatologist who recommended this. My red marks are fading, and my skin tone overall is much more even and clear. I love it!

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Seeing results

I've been using it only once a day at bedtime and seeing results! Skin tone has improved and dark spots are fading away. I would recommend this product.

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Discoloration Defense

I can't wait to use this product. It has sold out numerous times and I was able to find it at the Dermstore! I am such a huge fan of skinceutical products!

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Trying it out

Part three of my five step night time skin care routine: still being incorporated. I love how it feels so far.

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This works for PIH and scarring

I have been using SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense for 4 months now and my stubborn PIH is almost gone. This lighten my scars more than hydroquinone ever did. I use once a day with my Vit C . Its liquid texture plays nice with other serums and layers beautifully. Thankfully there is no sd alcohol or dimethicone which for the SkinCeuticals brand is a huge leap!

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Good product

I am 24 and white with dark hair, dark eyebrows... this product definitely helped my skin in terms of dark spots, but not as much as was expected from their pictured examples. Thats why im giving it 4stars

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Jury is still out...

I've been consistently using for a month and have not noticed a big difference in my melasma. It goes on smooth and is light under moisturizer/sunscreen. I will continue using and hope a bigger difference as time goes.

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Allergic reaction to niacinamide

This caused huge, red, zit-like cysts to form all over my face. After doing some research, I finally discovered that some people have a niacinamide sensitivity, and that reactions can include cysts, blisters, flushing, burning, closed comedones, etc. If you start to have sudden skin problems after starting this, then be aware that niacinamide might be the culprit. I used almost the entire bottle - unfortunately, it took me months to figure out what was making my face explode - and I don't see any improvement in any of the old acne scars that I was trying to target. I know that these things take time, so maybe if I had been able to stay with it I would have seen more of a difference.

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Hyperpigmentation solution

I have only been using this product 2 weeks, thus, I cannot yet make claims of remarkable results, however, it goes on better than anything else I have tried which is a success in and of itself, and, I have not seen any return of my melasma which was laser removed.

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Slightly fading my melasma spots

I've only been using this product now for about 2 weeks so I can't say decisively that it's absolutely working perfectly but I DO believe I'm seeing some slight fading in the melasma spots around my cheeks. The liquid goes on easily, absorbs quickly, and doesn't irritate my sensitive skin so I'll absolutely keep using it!

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