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PigmentProtect

PigmentProtect

BRIGHTENING SERUM WITH TRANEXAMIC ACID

Fades the look of dark marks and evens out your tone.

For dark marks, uneven tone, dullness

$40 1 oz (28 ml)

Type Full Size Sample

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Good to know

For marks that hang around for months, and uneven tone.

Feels: Satin water-gel
Smells: Fragrance-free
Use: Mornings, before SPF
Lasts: 12 months once opened

What's in it

Tranexamic Acid

Fades the look of dark marks

Alpha-Arbutin

Evens out the look of tone

Vitamin C

Stable, oil-loving glow

Licorice root and mulberry

Plant brighteners

Hi, I'm Portia, the chemist behind all five.

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Ingredients

PigmentProtect:

Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Squalane, Alpha-Arbutin, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Silica, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Morus Alba Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491).

When will I notice a difference?

Dark spots take a while to look different. We recommend a full 6-8 weeks of daily use to see how PigmentProtect works for you. It builds up with daily use, and daily SPF is a must.

What if my skin is fussy?

PigmentProtect uses tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin. Both considered gentle compared to hydroquinone or stronger acids. That said, every face is different. If you have known ingredient sensitivities, review the full INCI or patch-test on your inner arm for 24 hours before applying to your face.

Which serum is right for me?

PigmentProtect is built for the look of dark spots, sun spots and uneven tone. If you're between formulas, the $19 Kit lets you try all five and pick your winner. Your $19 becomes credit toward the full-size.

Will I purge?

Tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin don't typically cause the purging that stronger ingredients can. If your skin feels a little different in the first 2 weeks, that can be normal while it adjusts. If anything still feels off after 3 weeks, stop using it and email us at info@chrysalisskinlab.com.

Can I use this with retinol?

Yes. Most people can use PigmentProtect with retinol. Apply PigmentProtect in the morning and retinol at night. Together they're a nice pair for the look of dark spots. If you're new to retinol, use them on alternating days until your skin adjusts.

Can I return it if I don't like it?

Yes. You get 30 days to try it. If PigmentProtect doesn't work for your skin, reach out to us at info@chrysalisskinlab.com and we'll walk you through the process.

Do I need a moisturizer with this?

Yes. Put your usual daily moisturizer on top of PigmentProtect. The serum is designed to sit under moisturizer, not replace it. In the morning, ALWAYS follow with SPF 30+. Unprotected sun exposure undoes the work of brightening ingredients.

AM or PM?

AM. PigmentProtect is a daytime serum. Apply in the morning after cleansing, followed by moisturizer and SPF 30+. Sun protection is especially critical when working on dark spots. Daily SPF is non-negotiable.

Ingredients

PigmentProtect:

Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Squalane, Alpha-Arbutin, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cetearyl Olivate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Silica, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Morus Alba Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491).