Discoloration Defense is a layerable, daily-use dark spot corrector clinically proven to reduce the appearance of key types of skin discoloration, including hard-to-treat forms such as stubborn brown patches, post-inflammatory discoloration, and post-acne marks. Formulated with 3% tranexamic acid, 1% kojic acid, 5% niacinamide, and 5% HEPES, this latest-generation advanced formula improves the appearance of skin discoloration, brightens skin, and evens skin tone in as early as 2 weeks. Everyday elements—including UV exposure, prescription drugs, and some professional treatments—can trigger production of melanin in the skin’s lowest epidermal layers. This excess melanin rises to the surface of the skin, causing visible skin discoloration. Discoloration can manifest in a range of ways, including post-acne marks, and stubborn brown patches on the cheekbones, forehead, and upper lip. Discoloration Defense is a hydroquinone-free skin brightening serum that corrects dark spots using a combination of potent and proven anti-discoloration ingredients—including tranexamic acid—to address key types of skin discoloration. 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
In a 12-week clinical study, Discoloration Defense significantly improved the appearance of key skin discoloration markers:
Paraben-, fragrance-, silicone-, gluten-, and hydroquinone-free.
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Cfic
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I had been using retinols routinely but started to switch to glycolic discoloration as well and love the way my face feels and looks with less irritation. Highly recommend this product.
LovelySkin Customer
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I used a bottle and find it's working so well. I bought another one for my sister too.
Ycoutinho
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I can’t live without it
Ria
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I've been using this product for over a year. I've recently noticed a slight fading of dark patches.
JuJuBee
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I have been using the SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense for about 2 months. I have seen a mild lightening of the dark areas on my cheeks. The product felt very tacky, which I do not like. I felt it sat on the surface of my skin and did not penetrate it. Possibly used too much resulting in sticky feel? I will not be purchasing another bottle of this product.
Yvonne
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I think this product is effective, especially if you are looking for an alternative to hydroquinone.
Carriewhitlock38
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I’ve just started using this product. So far, I like it, and I’m sure I’ll love it the longer I use it, and it has more time to work. Love their products.
LovelySkin Customer
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Just started using this product almost a month ago and have begun to see improvement! Will continue using within my regimen and hope this trend continues.
LovelySkin Customer
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I have seen a huge difference in my skin while using the Discoloration Defense. I use it with CE FERULIC and WOW my skin looks amazing!
LovelySkin Customer
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I’m a fan of SkinCeuticals serums in general, so its no surprise that I find this one very effective in lightening my sun spots. Have only used it for a month. Two drops is plenty for my cheeks, and I am noticing improvement already. I will be restocking.
LovelySkin Customer
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I have sun damage, melasma, and some mild scarring from breakouts, as well as large pores and blackheads (lucky me). I've only been using this for one month and there's a huge difference in pigment and pore size. My pores are shrinking so much, they actually seem to be "ejecting" the blackheads. My skin is pretty sensitive, so I actual buffer by mixing with moisturizer. I was afraid this would render it ineffective but I am still seeing great results and no irritation or breakouts. I've actually been able to wear less makeup and had several people ask what I am using on my skin b/c it looks so good—worth every penny.
GG0105
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I have dark brown spots on one side of my cheek from years of baking in the sun when I was younger. I have tried different products and nothing worked. I’ve been a SkinCeuticals girl for many years now because of the results. I wasn’t disappointed with the discoloration defense. My brown spots have visibly lightened, and my skin looks much more even. I highly recommend. It started working very soon after use.
sporty
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I faithfully used this serum for over 3 months (2x a day), and it did nothing to lighten the sun spots on my face. I also use a sunscreen everyday to go over my whole face, as recommended. Will not buy this again. It was too good to be true.
LovelySkin Customer
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Looks like it helps lightening up some pigmentation. Would recommend this serum.
LovelySkin Customer
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I gave this a try but did nothing to fade dark spots.
Thegoldbergs925
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I bought this product for a few spots on my face. So far they seem to be getting lighter.
LovelySkin Customer
I have a variety of dark pigments, freckles, melasma, and now recently dermtosis papulose nigra (DPN). SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense was recommended by my dermatologist, and it's helped fade the melasma but not DPN. I continue to use and alternate with two other products, also recommended by my dermatologist.
LovelySkin Customer
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I really like this product. I have dealt with stubborn brown spots for awhile now, and this lightened them very quickly. I will continue to use this because it is nice to finally find something that works like it says it will.
LovelySkin Customer
My derm recommended this product, and I use it in conjunction with the Obagi system. I've seen my dark spots lighten using it. The serum feels thick and rich when I use it. Love it!
Katey
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I’m on my third bottle and find that it is most effective at lightening new dark spots. I apply them right after getting extractions. I find that the sooner you apply the product, the better the chance you have at completely fading any acne related dark spots. The product hasn’t really done much to lighten age/brown spots or really old acne marks.
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