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Daily Dark Spot Corrector for Brighter, Even-Looking Skin
Reveal a more radiant complexion with Discoloration Defense, a powerful skin serum designed to tackle visible skin discoloration and promote a brighter, more even skin tone.
Discoloration Defense is a versatile, daily-use dark spot corrector that addresses multiple types of skin discoloration, including persistent brown patches and post-acne marks. Suitable for all skin tones, this cutting-edge formula features a potent blend of 3% tranexamic acid, 1% kojic acid, 5% niacinamide, and 5% HEPES. Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of stubborn discoloration in as little as 2 weeks, it’s an essential addition to any skincare routine. This advanced dark spot corrector not only fades discoloration but also brightens and refines skin texture, making it an indispensable tool for achieving a flawless complexion.
- Features a harmonious blend of anti skin discoloration ingredients to reduce the appearance of skin discoloration, improve brightness, and minimize the reoccurrence of discoloration (with continued use)
- 60% average improvement in the appearance of stubborn brown patches1
- 34% average reduction in post-blemish marks in deeper skin tones2
- Paraben-, fragrance-, silicone-, gluten-, and hydroquinone-free
- Ideal at-home complement to professional skin discoloration treatments, such as chemical peels or non-ablative laser; always consult with a physician for individual regimen recommendations
- Apply 3-5 drops of SkinCeuticals skin discoloration serum, twice daily
- For morning use, apply skin serum after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and follow with a SkinCeuticals broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen.
- Lessen your skin's sun exposure while using this skin serum.
- Do not use on irritated or broken skin. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
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3% Tranexamic Acid
This synthetically-derived ingredient decreases the reoccurrence of skin discoloration and stubborn brown patches. Optimal results occur with continued use. -
1% Kojic Acid
Naturally produced by certain fungi, kojic acid helps improve skin brightness. -
5% Niacinamide
Also known as vitamin B3, this water-soluble vitamin is found naturally in yeast, meat, fish, milk, eggs, green vegetables, beans, and cereal grains. This ingredient is known to help reduce the appearance of skin discoloration.
In a 12-week clinical study, Discoloration Defense significantly improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers:
- 60% average improvement in the appearance of stubborn brown patches
- 59% average improvement in the appearance of skin discoloration
- 81% average improvement in the appearance of post-acne marks
- 59% average improvement in the appearance of even skin tone
SKIN TYPE: Dry, Normal, Oily, Combination
SKIN CONCERN: Discoloration