Skin Discoloration & Dark Spot Correcting Serum
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. Due to the concentration of kojic acid in this formula, a shift in color is expected. This could lead to a light brown or amber color, but the formula remains effective. The inclusion of tranexamic acid helps reduce the recurrence of dark spots and ensures that stubborn patches do not resurface. Additionally, niacinamide, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, aids in reducing redness and blotchiness, providing a more uniform complexion. The synergistic blend of these ingredients not only targets existing discoloration but also fortifies the skin barrier, offering long-term benefits to maintain a radiant, even skin tone.
- 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)
- Iimprovement in the appearance of stubborn brown patches
- Reduction in post-blemish marks in deeper skin tones
- 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
Twice daily, apply 3-5 drops of this skin discoloration serum to the face.
If using in the morning, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum and follow with a SkinCeuticals broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen.
Limit sun exposure while using this product.
Do not use on irritated or broken skin. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
Key Ingredients:
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% SULFONIC ACID (HEPES): This synthetically-derived acid activates natural enzymes in skin to help break the bonds that bind dead skin cells to the surface for even exfoliation.
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
