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How to Reduce Fine Lines & Wrinkles from a Dermatologist

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Skincare for Your 20s

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How To Get Rid Of Under Eye Bags & Puffy Eyes

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How to Get Rid of Sagging Jowls from a Dermatologist

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Best Hacks To Instantly Reduce Redness & Rosacea

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How To Repair Your Skin Barrier

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Anti-Aging Skincare for 50s+, Mature Skin, & Menopause

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Top 10 Ingredients to Fade Hyperpigmentation

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Why is Your Face Puffy? 10 Reasons Why, According to Our Founder

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The Dr. Idriss Testing Process Behind Our Major Fade Solution System

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Major Fade and Sergeant Retinol Make One Hell of a Combo For Uneven Skin Tone

Ingredients Glossary

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Bright yellow Arnica flowers in bloom, commonly used for reducing swelling and bruising in skincare

Arnica (Arnica Montana Flower Extract)

This plant extract is traditionally used to help decrease the appearance of swelling and inflammation, as well as the look of bruising. It’s commonly used to expedite healing following in-office procedures, such as injections and lasers.
Clear gel texture representing Alpha-Arbutin, a brightening ingredient that reduces melanin production and discoloration

Alpha-Arbutin

A safe and effective ingredient for improving discoloration. Alpha arbutin is a synthesized version of arbutin, a derivative of hydroquinone that’s found in the leaves of plants such as bearberry and cranberry. It works by reducing the activity of tyrosinase (a naturally occurring enzyme that regulates melanin production in...
Transparent serum with air bubbles, highlighting 4-Butyl Resorcinol’s role in reducing discoloration and regulating melanin production

4-Butyl Resorcinol

This is a derivative of resorcinol, an ingredient that can be synthesized in a lab or created using extracts of plant resins (PillowtalkDerm products use a lab-created version). 4-Butylresorcinol improves discoloration by inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase (a naturally occurring enzyme that regulates melanin production in the skin), thereby...
tall stalk of light purple Agastache Mexicana flowers with a bee perched on one bloom, symbolizing its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Agastache Mexicana Flower

This species of flowering plant, also known as Hyssop, is an edible flower with an aroma. This ingredient has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help to calm visible skin redness.