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Discolouration Correcting Serum

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Description

New! Discolouration Correcting Serum 25ml

DESCRIPTION

This high-performance serum visibly reduces dark spots, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone, promoting a clear, bright and even complexion.

TARGETS
+ HYPERPIGMENTATION
+ AGE SPOTS
+ MELASMA
+ DULL SKIN
+ UNEVEN TEXTURE

3% Tranexamic Acid
Targets stubborn dark spots and uneven skin tone by reducing melanin production, helping to correct existing discolouration and prevent new spots from forming.

2% Alpha-Arbutin
Potent brightening action to diminish pigmentation and sun damage, achieving a more uniform and radiant complexion in as little as 4 weeks.

5% Niacinamide
Significantly fades dark spots and evens out skin tone by reducing hyperpigmentation, leaving skin looking clearer and more balanced within 8 weeks of use.

HEPES
A gentle exfoliator that speeds up skin renewal, smoothing the skin’s surface and allowing the active ingredients to penetrate more effectively for optimal results.

Fragrance Free. Paraben Free. Mineral Oil Free. Alcohol Free. Silicone Free.

Directions

Apply a small amount to the face in the morning & evening after cleansing and allow to absorb. Always use sun protection in the morning after application.

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Alpha-Arbutin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Disodium EDTA.

Why Discolouration Gets Harder to Shift After 40

Pigmentation does not behave the same way in your 40s as it did in your 30s. There are biological reasons for that.

Skin renewal slows significantly with age. In your 20s, surface cells turn over roughly every 28 days. By your mid-40s, that cycle has stretched to 45–60 days. Pigmented cells — the ones carrying visible dark spots and uneven tone — stay on the surface far longer. Brightening products that worked before start feeling less effective. The skin simply is not shedding at the rate that would clear those cells.

Hormonal change compounds this. During perimenopause, oestrogen fluctuation directly affects melanin regulation. Lower and more erratic oestrogen levels can trigger the production of new spots, deepen existing ones, and create patchy, uneven tone that appears across the cheeks, upper lip, and forehead. This is the same pathway behind the appearance of dark patches — and it becomes more active during hormonal transition.

Decades of UV accumulation also become more visible at this life stage. Australia's UV environment is among the harshest in the world. Damage that was being masked by a faster renewal cycle starts to surface as the skin's ability to repair and turnover declines.

What addresses this combination effectively: Tranexamic Acid, which visibly reduces the appearance of stubborn dark spots and supports a more even-looking complexion over time. Alpha-Arbutin, which supports a more even-looking complexion. Niacinamide, which works to visibly fade discolouration and supports a more even-looking complexion. And HEPES, a gentle exfoliating agent that supports the renewal cycle to help bring those results to the surface faster. 

This is the formulation logic behind the Discolouration Correcting Serum — built for the skin biology of this specific life stage. 

FAQ's

FAQ 1: What causes discolouration and dark spots after 40?

After 40, two key changes drive increased pigmentation. Skin cell renewal slows from roughly 28 days to 45–60 days, meaning pigmented cells stay on the surface longer. Oestrogen fluctuation during perimenopause also affects melanin regulation — triggering new spots and deepening existing ones. Decades of accumulated UV exposure, particularly relevant in Australia's high-UV environment, become more visible as the renewal cycle slows. 

FAQ 2: What is the best serum for discolouration in Australia?

The most effective discolouration serums combine actives that target pigmentation from multiple angles. The Skin Physics Discolouration Correcting Serum uses 3% Tranexamic Acid, 2% Alpha-Arbutin, and 5% Niacinamide — a clinically recognised combination that visibly reduces the appearance of dark spots and supports a more even-looking complexion. Rated 5 stars across 27 reviews, with visible results reported from 2 weeks of consistent use. 

FAQ 3: How long does it take for a discolouration serum to work?

Results vary by skin and consistency of use. Alpha-Arbutin can visibly improve complexion evenness in as little as 4 weeks. Niacinamide typically shows visible results within 8 weeks of daily use. For the most persistent dark spots, Tranexamic Acid works progressively — users generally report noticeable change between 4 and 12 weeks. Apply morning and evening after cleansing for best results, and always follow with SPF in the morning. 

FAQ 4: Can I use a discolouration serum every day?

Yes. The Discolouration Correcting Serum is formulated for daily use — morning and evening — after cleansing. It is fragrance free, paraben free, alcohol free, and silicone free, making it suitable for daily application on sensitive and reactive skin. Always apply SPF in the morning after use. If you are introducing multiple actives into your routine, layer this serum before your moisturiser and allow it to absorb fully before applying SPF.

FAQ 5: What ingredients correct uneven skin tone?

Three actives are most supported for visibly correcting uneven skin tone. Tranexamic Acid visibly reduces the appearance of stubborn discolouration and supports a more even-looking complexion over time. Alpha-Arbutin supports a more uniform-looking complexion. Niacinamide supports a more even-looking complexion, visibly fading dark spots over time. The Discolouration Correcting Serum combines all three, supported by HEPES to gently accelerate surface cell renewal.

FAQ 6: Is discolouration the same as uneven skin tone?

They describe the same concern. Uneven-looking skin tone refers to areas that appear darker than the surrounding skin. Discolouration is the broader term that includes age spots, sun damage, post-inflammatory marks, and the appearance of dark patches. The Discolouration Correcting Serum is formulated to visibly reduce the appearance of all these forms of uneven-looking skin tone

 
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Generic Skincare questions - FAQ

1. How should I layer my skincare?

The best approach is to layer from thinnest to heaviest products after cleansing. This typically starts with a toner (or essence) and serums, followed my moisturisers and oils. Always finish your morning routine with an SPF and be sure not to mix too many serums to avoid potential skin irritation due to the various pH levels (for example, Vitamin C is best used in the morning, and Retinol at night).

2. When will I start to see results?

This depends on the product, but just like a new fitness regime, consistency is always key. For hydration, you'll notice a difference in skin's moisture within minutes using Dragon's Blood. For brightening and discolouration, you'll find a visibly smoother and more luminous complexion from using after 2 weeks using Vitamin C products. For facial sculpting and tightening, you'll notice a change after 1-4 weeks using Advance Superlift. For strengthening and repairing serum treatments, which require skin renewal and turnover, these can take up to 4 weeks for visible results.

3. Do I need a morning and night routine?

Yes, we recommend a unique skincare routine for both morning and night. Just like your routine throughout the day, your skin has different needs too. In the morning you want to prep and protect. Think layering Vitamin-C for brightening and defence from free-radicals, finished with a light moisturiser and an SPF to protect from the harsh, Australian sun. At night, it's all about repair, renewal and preparing skin for the next day. This is when you swap the Vitamin-C for regenerating serums like AHAs and Retinols, which are sensitive to sunlight. Your night routine should also include a heavier moisturiser, like the Dragon's Blood Ultra Plumping Night Cream, to smoothe, repair and replenish waterloss while you sleep.

4. How many products do I need my routine?

This depends on what you're trying to achieve. A basic routine requires only a cleanser, moisturiser and SPF. However this only addresses the bare minimum of skincare. To address keyareas of concern such as crepey skin, fine lines and wrinkles, discolouration, dehydration, hyperpigmentation or redness, we recommend gradually introducing high performance BOOST products — targeted serums, eye treatments and masks — to achieve your desired result. You can view our range of high performance serums and treatments here.

5. Does my product contain naturally derived ingredients?

Yes, we combine science-backed formulas with naturally derived actives to create thoughtfully designed, clinically proven skincare for every stage of your skin's journey. We carefully choose what goes into our formulas, and just as importantly, what does not, to ensure you're getting the best formulas to achieve unmistakable results.

6. How do I know if Dragon's Blood or Advance Superlift is the right LIFT for me?

Both Dragon's Blood and Advance Superlift rebuild long term strength and structure in mature skin. We recommend Dragon's Blood for those looking to restore skin resilience and youthfulness for a plump and hydrated complexion. The Advance Superlift range is perfect for those wanting their skincare regime to go even further. It targets saggy and crepey skin to visibly lift and recontour, improving firmness and bounce.

Shipping & Returns

Returns & Exchanges

Products must have been purchased directly from Skin Physics. We cannot accept returns of products purchased from other retail outlets. Please return those to the store where purchased.

A store credit or exchange will be granted where:

  • The product is sealed and packaging is in an unused, undamaged, saleable condition and it is within 30 days of purchase date*.
  • Shipping and handling charges are non-refundable.

A refund or replacement will only be granted where:

  • The product is faulty or is not in acceptable quality
  • The product does not meet the description provided

* No returns, exchanges or refunds on sample size products or sale items. 

Should you wish to return a product for a store credit, exchange, refund or replacement, please email customercare@nuchev.com.au.

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