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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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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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Good, but not great. Did not break me out, but no noticeable improvement detecte

I really wanted to love this, but I think it’s just ok.  The pluses for me are that it’s relatively light (though slightly sticky) odorless, definitely does not clog pores.  The minuses are the packaging-I just do not understand the mouth of these bottles and the dropper applicator. I’m always worried about spilling, and air entering the product. For what SkinCeuticals charges, you’d think they’d offer airless pump packaging.  Getting past that, I simply do not know if this really did anything for me. I understand it could take months to work, but after 6 months of daily use, I didn’t see much of a difference. When I started using prescription hydroquinone (Somewhat controversial ingredient, I know) I definitely saw improvement, but I can’t say how much this one did for me.  The ingredients in it are definitely good, it’s not the most expensive SkinCeuticals product out there, which is nice, but again-I can’t honestly say if I saw any improvement.  Melasma and discoloration really stink, so any product that can possibly help is worth a try.  You can definitely do worse than this formula, but you can also do better, imho. No adverse effects for me, but not looking to repurchase. 

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Love

My skin is very stubborn, but after using this serum for about 7 months now, I finally see my hyperpigmentation is fading away. I use it day & night with retinol and the days I don’t use my vitamin C serum.

by Yulia Verified Purchase

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Returned

Product came much darker than depicted. And after using for a few days and putting drops in my palm before applying, my palm became stained. 

by Jennifer Verified Purchase

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Love!

I love this product. I will always repurchase. I saw a significant change in my dark spots. Absolutely worth the price

by Teresa Verified Purchase

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Amazing

Amazing results after 2 weeks my skin feels so smooth and brighter 

by Valeria

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Discoloration Defense

Got rid of all my acne spots!

by Erica Verified Purchase

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Olive skin

I am working on my acne scars postpartum. I had bad cystic acne and my esthetician has recommended me to use the SkinCeuticals daily moisturizer along with the C E Ferulic and this discoloration defense and my face has improved 90%. My acne has almost  resolved and my scars are gradually fading. I am very happy with my results.  

by Kimberly Verified Purchase

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Discoloration Defense

This goes on the skin so nicely. I cam really see a difference in some hyperpigmentation on my face. Recommend.

by JV

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