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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.

Just meh

I didn’t notice this helping me with any discoloration. The CE Ferulic serum is way better at reducing discoloration and dark spots. Would not repurchase. 

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No significant change

I did not see any significant lightening of dark spots. For the price, I expected it to work as well as prescription dark spot treatments. 

by Jade Verified Purchase

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Not bad

Reduced my blemishes and sun spots  a little bit but not by much 

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Color brown

I just received and is brown the liquid. It is that normal?? 

by Claudia Verified Purchase

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Love love love

Love this product. Helps diminish my post acne scars and makes my skin more even 

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It works

Definitely reduced and improved my acne scars. They’re barely visibly 

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Great for sensitive skin

I use this every night under my moisturizer.  I can’t use retina A products due to sensitivity. So this has become my go to. It takes a while to notice a difference but after consistent use it has made a difference in my complexion and small dark spots. 

by Kathleen Verified Purchase

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Dramatically Helped Hyperpigmentation

I was devastated after a chemical peel went wrong and left me with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I went to the dermatologist who said bleaching my skin was the only way to help. Being darker/deep olive tone the idea of bleaching my skin terrified me. I found this discoloration product and I’m so grateful it has significantly improved my skin with 2.5 weeks consistent use day and night. I was in tears when I thought I destroyed my skin, this truly gave me my confidence back and significantly helped with my skin. Worth every penny and avoided bleach! 

by CaliZz Verified Purchase

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Nice enough product, just not sure if it works after six months of continued use

Nice enough product, just not sure if it works after six months of continued use. This definitely does not clog pores, I was only slightly sticky. No older, layers pretty well under sunscreen and make up. Worth a try if you do not want to go for a prescription treatment. 

by Ali Verified Purchase

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Product definitely did not break me out, but I can’t say how much of a difference it made

Product definitely did not break me out, but I can’t say how much of a difference it made. I always really want to like SkinCeuticals products, but sometimes they are underwhelming or straight up break me out.  I’m happy to report this product definitely did not clog my pores. The formula can be a bit sticky, but it’s lightweight enough that I learned to deal with it. The only issue is that after using two bottles over the course of many months, I was not able to detect a difference. There are enough nice ingredients in it that I felt I was doing so something nice for my skin, but I did not notice an improvement in discoloration. It’s one of the less expensive skin circle formula, so that’s some thing . As stated, the product will arrive looking fairly dark. I don’t even think it’s an oxidation issue, just how it is. I also think it’s more shelf stable than vitamin C, so it’s fine.  My major great with SkinCeuticals products is the packaging. The fairly wide mouth on the bottle and the clunky, large glass dropper is just not ideal. I would love to see the brand consider more airless pump packaging.  Considering what everything costs, I don’t think it’s too much to ask that our investment be protected. Always afraid I’m gonna tip these over when applying. Overall, perfectly fine product, just not thinking I will re-purchase a 3rd time.  If you love SkinCeuticals and are looking to brighten skin, it’s worth a try. I really can’t say that it does much for true melasma or PIH, its still worth a try though!  Note that if it does work for you at all, expect to wait at least 4 to 6 months. Consistency is key. Period after all said and done, the only thing that works for me was a prescription product. I can still say the formula is nice enough to try. 

by Al Verified Purchase

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