Discoloration Defense
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 formula 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 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 appearanceof stubborn brown patches*
34% average reduction in post-blemish marksin deeper skin tones**
Paraben-, fragrance-, silicone-, andhydroquinone-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 regimen recommendations
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 formula 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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The Science Behind Discoloration Defense
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 significantly improve dark spots, post-acne marks, or 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 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.
Physician's Insight
"I recommend Discoloration Defense between chemical peels- this formula targets stubborn types of discoloration but is gentle on my patients’ skin, making it ideal for an at-home regimen between treatments."
Dr. Sarah Sawyer
Board Certified Dermatologist
Dermatology and Laser of Alabama
Key Ingredients
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3% Tranexamic Acid
This synthetically-derived ingredient minimizes the recurrence of skin discoloration and stubborn brown ..
5% Hepes
This synthetically-derived exfoliant activates natural enzymes in the skin to help break the bonds that bind ..
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, ..
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discoloration Defense Serum is a daily serum for dark spots that will reduce the appearance of certain types of skin discoloration.
Discoloration Defense Serum 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 SPF 50+ sunscreen. Do not apply to broken or irritated skin.
Discoloration Defense Serum dark spot corrector is clinically shown to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone by 59% after 12 weeks of twice-daily application. How do you treat skin discoloration? Discoloration Defense Serum contains a formula of key ingredients in 3% tranexamic acid, 5% niacinamide, 5% HEPES that work synergistically to exfoliate and reduce skin discoloration and correct dark spots.
Yes, you can use Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier with retinol. Using H.A. serum in conjunction with retinol can help combat some side effects of retinol like flaking and dry skin.