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Colorescience Even Up® Clinical Pigment Perfector® SPF 50
Colorescience Even Up® Clinical Pigment Perfector® SPF 50
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iS Clinical Retinol + Emulsion 0.3
iS Clinical Retinol + Emulsion 0.3
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Alumier Brightening Collection Dry/Sensitive (with HQ)
Alumier Brightening Collection Dry/Sensitive (with HQ)
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- $332.00
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Alumier Brightening Collection Normal/Oily (with HQ)
Alumier Brightening Collection Normal/Oily (with HQ)
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- $332.00
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- $332.00
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Vivier Serum 10
Vivier Serum 10
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- $100.80
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- $100.80
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Vivier GrenzCine® Serum
Vivier GrenzCine® Serum
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- $272.00
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Vivier Retinol 0.5%
Vivier Retinol 0.5%
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- $91.20
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Teoxane RHA Vitamin C Serum
Teoxane RHA Vitamin C Serum
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- $184.00
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- $184.00
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- $230.00
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Neocutis Bio Serum Firm
Neocutis Bio Serum Firm
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- $216.00
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- $216.00
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- $270.00
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GM Collin Puractive+ Cleansing Foam
GM Collin Puractive+ Cleansing Foam
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- $38.40
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Omnilux Eye Brightener Hydrocolloid Refill Patches (20 pack)
Omnilux Eye Brightener Hydrocolloid Refill Patches (20 pack)
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- $64.00
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- $64.00
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- $64.00
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EltaMD AM Restore Facial Moisturizer
EltaMD AM Restore Facial Moisturizer
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- $75.20
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PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin
PCA Skin Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin
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- $159.20
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Vivier Serum 30
Vivier Serum 30
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- $176.00
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FOREO Acai Berry Sheet Mask (3x)
FOREO Acai Berry Sheet Mask (3x)
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- $21.75
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- $29.00
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DP Dermaceuticals CLR Lotion
DP Dermaceuticals CLR Lotion
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Teoxane AHA Cleansing Gel
Teoxane AHA Cleansing Gel
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Colorescience Bronzing Perfector Primer SPF 20
Colorescience Bronzing Perfector Primer SPF 20
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Alumier Brightening Collection Dry/Sensitive (without HQ)
Alumier Brightening Collection Dry/Sensitive (without HQ)
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- $332.00
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DP Dermaceuticals CLR Foam Cleanser
DP Dermaceuticals CLR Foam Cleanser
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Vivier Nightly Age-Defying Moisturizer
Vivier Nightly Age-Defying Moisturizer
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SkinMedica Lytera™ 2.0 Pigment Brightening Serum
SkinMedica Lytera™ 2.0 Pigment Brightening Serum
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- $136.00
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- $136.00
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- $170.00
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GM Collin Bota-Peptide Eye Contour
GM Collin Bota-Peptide Eye Contour
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- $72.00
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- $72.00
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Clinically Proven Melasma Skincare for Canadians (2026)
Melasma is a chronic pigment disorder triggered by hormones, heat, visible light and inflammation. Unlike simple dark spots, melasma is generated in the deeper layers of the skin — which is why drugstore brightening products rarely make a difference.
According to peer-reviewed dermatology research, melasma responds best to a **multi-pathway protocol**:
- Tyrosinase inhibitors (arbutin, kojic acid, azelaic acid)
- Retinoids for deeper pigment turnover
- Antioxidants (Vitamin C) for oxidative suppression
- Anti-inflammatory actives (niacinamide, licorice root)
- Mineral SPF with iron oxides (critical for blue-light protection)
Top Melasma-Correcting Products (Medical-Grade)
- AlumierMD Intellibright Complex — Arbutin + kojic acid + niacinamide for hormonally driven melasma (★★★★★ $$)
- Vivier Radiance Serum — Vitamin C + arbutin + resorcinol for diffuse brown patches (★★★★★ $$)
- ZO Retinol Skin Brightener 1% — Micro-dose retinol + pigment suppressors (★★★★★ $$$)
- ZO Daily Power Defense — Barrier repair + DNA support for sensitive melasma users (★★★★★ $$$)
- Colorescience FLEX SPF 50 — Iron-oxide mineral SPF (blocks blue light, a major melasma trigger) (★★★★★ $$)
- SkinMedica TNS Advanced+ — Growth factors for repair & recurrence reduction (★★★★☆ $$$$)
AM + PM Melasma Routine (Dermatologist-Aligned)
AM Routine
- Gentle Cleanser (SensiCalm, HEXAM, etc.)
- Vitamin C Brightener to block oxidative pigment formation
- Pigment Inhibitor (Intellibright)
- Light hydrator (Ultimate Boost, Daily Age-Defying Moisturizer)
- Mineral SPF 50 with iron oxides
PM Routine
- Cleanser
- Retinol Skin Brightener (3–5 nights/week)
- Barrier support (Daily Power Defense)
- Moisturizer
*Consistency is more important than strength with melasma.*
Melasma Product Comparison
| Product | Action | Ideal For | Price | Rating |
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| Intellibright | Arbutin + Kojic Acid | Hormonal melasma | $$ | ★★★★★ |
| Vivier Radiance | Vit C + Arbutin | Diffuse pigmentation | $$ | ★★★★★ |
| ZO Brightener | Retinol + suppressors | Resistant melasma | $$$ | ★★★★★ |
Melasma FAQ
Can melasma be cured?
No — melasma can be controlled, not cured. With the right routine, it becomes lighter, more stable and less reactive.
Does sunscreen make the biggest difference?
For melasma, mineral SPF with iron oxides is non-negotiable. Chemical SPF alone does not block visible light, which triggers melasma.
Which ingredients fade melasma fastest?
Arbutin, kojic acid, azelaic acid, Vitamin C, retinoids and niacinamide — in combination.
Is retinol safe for melasma?
Yes — retinol helps reduce deeper pigment clusters when used with supportive skincare.