Dermalogica has carefully selected key ingredients to optimize pigmentation removal, with the downtime associated with traditional peels.

Azelaic Acid acts as a tyrosinase inhibitor, reducing melanin production while gently exfoliating the skin to speed up cell turnover and remove dull surface layers. 

Tranexamic Acid, derived from amino acids, effectively reduces hyperpigmentation by inhibiting an enzyme crucial to melanin production, promoting a more uniform complexion. 

Salicylic Acid (SA), or Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA), penetrates the skin’s lipid barrier, loosening the bonds between cells to encourage the shedding of dead skin, resulting in smoother, more even-toned skin. 

Glycolic and Lactic Acids, both AHAs, disrupt the cohesion between skin cells to exfoliate the outer layers and also provide moisturizing benefits. 

Retinol, a potent form of Vitamin A, enhances cell turnover and reduces melanin synthesis, leading to a brighter, more even skin tone.

Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3, prevents melanin from reaching the skin’s surface by inhibiting the transfer of melanin-containing melanosomes to keratinocytes, reducing dark spots and uneven tone. 

Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, a depigmenting peptide, decreases melanin production and transfer, contributing to a more even complexion.