Description
0.3% SALICYLIC ACID
- Lipid soluble BHA
- Provides precise exfoliation at the stratum corneum to assist with the removal of pre-existing pigment clusters
- Effective exfoliating action without dryness or irritation
- Enhanced penetration of other ingredients in the formula for maximum results
1% HYDROXYPHENOXY PROPIONIC ACID
- Non-toxic hydroquinone derivative
- Inhibits melanin transfer through the layers of the epidermis
- No cellular toxicity
- Has a photoprotective effect to help protect against the worsening and reoccurrence of pigment
- Reduces inflammatory response to UVB radiation
- Comparable to 2% kojic acid in-vivo to diminish the appearance of discoloration
0.5% ELLAGIC ACID
- Polyphenol found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts
- Quasi drug in japan
- Inhibits tyrosinase at the basal layer of the epidermis
- Shown in-vivo to be as effective as 4% hydroquinone in reducing dark spots and hyperpigmentation
- Regulates oxidative reaction at the origin of melanin formation discolorations
5% YEAST EXTRACT
- Found primarily in the skin of ripe, dark colored fruits like grapes and plums
- Targets the dermis
- Reduces intracellular melanin transfer
- Protects and stimulates fibroblasts to maintain a youthful function enhancing the skin’s resistance
- Safely tested on all ethnicities
- May be used daily, year-round and long term, without unhealthy side effects
- Maintains the results of prescription therapy especially during summer
- Complements in office lightening procedures (e.g. chemical peels, IPL, laser)
This powerful multi-layer treatment has been proven as effective as the leading medical standard in treating skin discoloration: 4% hydroquinone + 0.025% tretinoin
The dermatologist controlled double-blind, two cell study was conducted on 80 subjects, ages 25-60 for 12 weeks. Subjects applied either Advanced Pigment Corrector twice daily or 4% hydroquinone and 0.025% tretinoin once daily. Subjects also used SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser and Physical UV Defense SPF 30. The dermatologist controlled double-blind, two cell study was conducted on 80 subjects, ages 25-60 for 12 weeks. Subjects applied either Advanced Pigment Corrector twice daily or 4% hydroquinone and 0.025% tretinoin once daily. Subjects also used SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser and Physical UV Defense SPF 30.
Alek Nikolic –
This is a great pigment controller after using Retinol 0.3 and Neoretin