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SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense (1 fl. oz.)
A skin-brightening serum clinically proven to correct dark spots.
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SkinCeuticals' Discoloration Defense is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of dark spots and discoloration on the face. Powered by kojic acid, tranexamic acid and vitamin B3, this advanced formula is a hydroquinone-free skin brightening serum.
Key Ingredients:
- 3% Tranexamic Acid: minimizes the recurrence of discoloration and stubborn brown patches with continued use
- 1% Kojic Acid: naturally produced by certain fungi, kojic acid helps improve skin brightness
- 5% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): a water-soluble vitamin that has been shown to help reduce the appearance of skin discoloration
- 5% HEPES: a synthetically-derived acid that activates natural enzymes in skin to help break the bonds that bind dead skin cells to the surface for even exfoliation
Key Benefits:
- Features a synergistic blend of anti-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 patches
- Paraben-free, fragrance-free, silicone-free, gluten-free, 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
Clinical Studies:
In a 12-week clinical study*, Discoloration Defense significantly improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers on Fitzpatrick I-IV skin tones:
- 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
In a 12-week study** on deeper skin tones (Fitzpatrick V-VI), twice-daily application of Discoloration Defense demonstrated a statistically-significant improvement in the appearance of discoloration, post-inflammatory discoloration, and even skin tone:
- 33% reduction in hyperpigmentation at 12 weeks
- 34% reduction in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation at 12 weeks
Learn more on the blog: How to incorporate this serum into your SkinCeuticals regimen.
*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.
**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.
Twice daily, apply three to five drops to face. For morning use, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and follow with a SkinCeuticals broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using this product. Do not use on irritated or broken skin. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
Acne: Acne Scars
Application Area: Decollete, Face, Neck
Ideal for these Concerns: Acne, Aging Skin, Free Radical Damage, Hyperpigmentation, Scars, Sun Damage
Hyperpigmentation: Dark Spots, Melasma
Ingredient: Kojic Acid, Niacinamide
Preferences: Clean, Fragrance-Free, Gluten-Free, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Sulfate-Free
Skin Care: Skin Care Treatments
Skin Care Treatments: Face Serums
Skin Type: Acne-Prone Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin
Wellness | External Factors: UV Ray Protectors and Treatments
Aqua/Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Glycerin, Tranexamic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Kojic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta.
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SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense (1 fl. oz.)
A skin-brightening serum clinically proven to correct dark spots.
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SkinCeuticals' Discoloration Defense is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of dark spots and discoloration on the face. Powered by kojic acid, tranexamic acid and vitamin B3, this advanced formula is a hydroquinone-free skin brightening serum.
Key Ingredients:
- 3% Tranexamic Acid: minimizes the recurrence of discoloration and stubborn brown patches with continued use
- 1% Kojic Acid: naturally produced by certain fungi, kojic acid helps improve skin brightness
- 5% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): a water-soluble vitamin that has been shown to help reduce the appearance of skin discoloration
- 5% HEPES: a synthetically-derived acid that activates natural enzymes in skin to help break the bonds that bind dead skin cells to the surface for even exfoliation
Key Benefits:
- Features a synergistic blend of anti-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 patches
- Paraben-free, fragrance-free, silicone-free, gluten-free, 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
Clinical Studies:
In a 12-week clinical study*, Discoloration Defense significantly improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers on Fitzpatrick I-IV skin tones:
- 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
In a 12-week study** on deeper skin tones (Fitzpatrick V-VI), twice-daily application of Discoloration Defense demonstrated a statistically-significant improvement in the appearance of discoloration, post-inflammatory discoloration, and even skin tone:
- 33% reduction in hyperpigmentation at 12 weeks
- 34% reduction in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation at 12 weeks
Learn more on the blog: How to incorporate this serum into your SkinCeuticals regimen.
*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.
**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.
Twice daily, apply three to five drops to face. For morning use, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and follow with a SkinCeuticals broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using this product. Do not use on irritated or broken skin. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
Acne: Acne Scars
Application Area: Decollete, Face, Neck
Ideal for these Concerns: Acne, Aging Skin, Free Radical Damage, Hyperpigmentation, Scars, Sun Damage
Hyperpigmentation: Dark Spots, Melasma
Ingredient: Kojic Acid, Niacinamide
Preferences: Clean, Fragrance-Free, Gluten-Free, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Sulfate-Free
Skin Care: Skin Care Treatments
Skin Care Treatments: Face Serums
Skin Type: Acne-Prone Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin
Wellness | External Factors: UV Ray Protectors and Treatments
Aqua/Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Glycerin, Tranexamic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Kojic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta.
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Total Price: $264.00
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Effective
The trial size I received was so effective that I went ahead and purchased the full size!
Report this reviewI had high hopes
This has not worked. I have some slight discoloration on my upper lip. I’d hoped it would help. Nada. 2 stars because hope springs eternal.
Report this reviewEffective
After using the trial size sample, this product's efficacy was enough to convince me to purchase the full size!
Report this reviewReceived bad bottle
So the bottle I got was in a dark amber color. I used it 2-3 times and had a reaction. My skin turned red. So I stopped. I do have very sensitive skin. I don’t know if I got a bad one or it’s just wasn’t for my skin. But it wasn’t in a light yellow color and it was dark amber which meant it wasn’t as effective
Report this reviewSlow - good results though
It takes a while to see results but they’re good. I think ultimately the best results are the future ones - meaning if you do get future spots, acne, etc, this will make a huge impact on how bad they will be. As for existing spots, I’m not impressed - but with ones that I’ve gotten since using this product for about 8 weeks, I am very impressed at how quickly they disappear.
Report this reviewGreat Results
I love this product! Definitely saw improvements with my discoloration and texture. Will absolutely purchase again. I recently got a chemical peel so I'm excited to use this once the peeling is complete.
Report this reviewHigh Hopes
I bought this product when I was pregnant as you have to really stop using a lot of your other good skin care products due to pregnancy I feel like the supplies really well I won't say that I've had any amazing results from it but I will say that I feel like these products are more of a long game product you continue to use them and you to see the results and I typically get pretty significant melasma during my pregnancies and I did not notice any worsening of that while using this product
Report this reviewWorks on brown spots!
This works miracles on my brown spots that I have from pregnancy and sun damage. I use this with Lytera 2.0 and works just as good when I am cycled off of my Hydroquinone cream.
Report this reviewAnother winner from SkinCeuticals
I love CE ferulic but just wanted to try this for a change and couldn’t be happier it’s definitely less intense but seems to get the job done just as well without being irritating at all I have sun damage skin and it’s definitely more even
Report this reviewGreat for oily skin
What I like about this serum is it isn’t hydrating at all so I can layer it under tretinoin at night. It also disappears completely so it’s great for daytime use as it doesn’t make sunscreen pill up. Ive only been using it for a month so can’t say whether it makes a difference in pigment issues but it is formulated in a manner that makes it effortless to incorporate into your skincare routine
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