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skinceuticals discoloration defense serum for hyperpigmentation dark spots uneven tone 30ml

SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense 30ml – Serum for Hyperpigmentation, Dark Spots & Uneven Tone

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Discoloration Defense Benefits

*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 dark spots, post-acne marks, and uneven skin tone. Discoloration Defense was applied to the face twice a day in conjunction with a sunscreen. Efficacy and tolerability evaluations were conducted at baseline and at weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12.
**Protocol: A 12-week, single-center, clinical study was conducted on 51 female subjects, Fitzpatrick V-VI, with visible signs of skin discoloration/hyperpigmentation, including post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma. Discoloration Defense was applied to the face twice a day in conjunction with a sunscreen. Efficacy and tolerability evaluations were conducted at baseline and at weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12.

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Features a synergistic blend of anti-discoloration ingredients to reduce the appearance of skin discoloration, improve brightness, and minimize the recurrence of discoloration (with continued use)

Icon Improves Uneven Skin Tone

60% average improvement in the appearance of stubborn brown patches*

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34% average reduction in post-blemish marks in deeper skin tones**

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Paraben-, fragrance-, silicone-, and hydroquinone-free

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Ideal at-home complement to professional skin discoloration treatments, such as chemical peels or non-ablative laser; always consult with a physician for individual skin discoloration serum routine recommendations

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Discoloration Defense Product Details

Daily dark spot corrector targets visible skin discoloration for brighter, more even-looking skin.

Discoloration Defense is a layerable, daily-use dark spot corrector clinically proven to reduce the appearance of key types of skin discoloration in all skin tones, including hard-to-treat forms such as stubborn brown patches and post-acne marks. Formulated with 3% tranexamic acid, 1% kojic acid, 5% niacinamide, and 5% HEPES, this serum for dark spots improves the appearance of skin discoloration, brightens skin, and evens skin tone in as early as 2 weeks.

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What is Skin Discoloration?

Skin discoloration is a result of excess melanin production due to exposure to environmental aggressors, inflammation, or a medical condition. Discoloration can appear in multiple ways, such as dark spots, redness, or post-acne marks. Discoloration Defense is clinically proven to improve the appearance of dark spots, post-acne marks, and uneven skin tone in as early as two weeks.

Discoloration Do’s + Don’ts

DO: Use Sunscreen DailyTo effectively reduce discoloration and improve overall skin tone, always use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.

DON’T: Skip AntioxidantsExfoliate and brighten skin while correcting dark spots by incorporating an antioxidant-rich serum like Discoloration Defense into your routine.

Treatments for Discoloration

Reduce the appearance of skin discoloration by combining Discoloration Defense with a professional treatment such as chemical peels or intense pulsed light (IPL). Chemical peels exfoliate the skin’s surface to reveal a smoother, more radiant surface, while IPL is a non-invasive treatment that penetrates the skin’s surface to target redness and dark spots. Depending on your tone and needs, either or both treatments can improve discoloration.

Key Ingredients

INGREDIENT TEXTURE TRANEXAMIC ACID

3% Tranexamic Acid

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1% Kojic Acid

INGREDIENT TEXTURE NIACINAMIDE

5% Niacinamide

INGREDIENT TEXTURE HEPES

5% Hepes

How to Use Discoloration Defense

1 Prep + Dispense

Twice daily, apply 3-5 drops of this skin discoloration serum to the face.

2 Apply + Complete

If using in the morning, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and follow with a SkinCeuticals broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen.

You can see How to Apply SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense with Dr. Ugonabo in this video:
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Answers to your frequently asked Discoloration Defense questions

FAQ

What does Discoloration Defense do?

Discoloration Defense is a twice-daily serum for dark spots that will reduce the appearance of certain types of skin discoloration caused by the sun’s UV rays and acne.