Discoloration Defense

Skin discoloration + dark spot correcting serum

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

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Discoloration Defense

Skin discoloration + dark spot correcting serum

30ml

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Discoloration Defense Benefits

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)

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

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

Paraben-, fragrance-, silicone-, 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 skin discoloration serum routine recommendations

*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.

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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Discoloration Defense
SCIENCE + PROOF

Visible Results

In a 12-week clinical study, Discoloration Defense significantly
improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers*:

In a new 12-week study on deeper skin tones (Fitzpatrick V-VI),
twice-daily application of Discoloration Defense demonstrated
a statistically-significant reduction in the appearance of discoloration,
post-inflammatory discoloration, and even skin tone.**

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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

34%

Reduction in post-blemish marks

Visible Results

In a 12-week clinical study, Discoloration Defense significantly improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers*:

In a new 12-week study on deeper skin tones (Fitzpatrick V-VI), twice-daily application of Discoloration Defense demonstrated a statistically-significant reduction in the appearance of discoloration, post-inflammatory discoloration, and even skin tone.**

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

34%

Reduction in post-blemish marks

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The Science Behind Discoloration Defense

What is Skin Discoloration?

Protect Skin from Environmental Aggressors

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

Discoloration Do’s + Don’ts

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

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

Treatments for Discoloration

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

Paraben-Free

Gluten-Free

Fragrance-Free

Silicone-Free

Hydroquinone-Free

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3% Tranexamic Acid

This synthetically-derived ingredient minimizes the recurrence of skin discoloration and stubborn brown patches 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. It has been shown to help reduce the appearance of skin discoloration.

5% Hepes

This synthetically-derived exfoliant activates natural enzymes in the skin to help break the bonds that bind dead skin cells to the surface for even exfoliation.

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How to Use Discoloration Defense

Prep + Dispense

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

Apply + Complete

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

Answers to your frequently asked
Discoloration Defense questions.

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How do you use Discoloration Defense?

Discoloration Defense should be used by applying 3-5 drops to the face twice daily. Morning applications of this serum for dark spots should be applied after SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and before SkinCeuticals broad spectrum sunscreen. Do not apply to broken or irritated skin. Sun exposure should also be limited while using this product.

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Discoloration Defense Benefits

Discoloration Defense Product Details

Discoloration Defense
SCIENCE + PROOF

Visible Results

60%

59%

81%

59%

34%

Visible Results

60%

59%

81%

59%

34%

The Science Behind Discoloration Defense

What is Skin Discoloration?

Discoloration Do’s + Don’ts

Treatments for Discoloration