Reframe

Pigment Processor

A targeted brightening serum that addresses discoloration and uneven texture while reinforcing the skin barrier for a clearer complexion.

$115.00

EDITOR’S NOTE

This serum is less interested in aggressively resurfacing the complexion than in intelligently addressing the areas that need attention. The combination of tranexamic-acid technology, niacinamide, kojic acid derivative, and antioxidants target and treat post-blemish marks, uneven tone, and visible texture at once.

Product details

This Korean-made treatment is conceived as a “smart serum,” combining pigment-targeting actives with barrier-supportive ingredients to visibly improve areas of uneven tone and texture while preserving the complexion’s natural radiance.

At the center of the formula is 3% cetyl tranexamate mesylate; a next-generation derivative of tranexamic acid selected to target the appearance of dark spots and redness. It works alongside 1% kojic acid dipalmitate to encourage a more uniform complexion, 4% niacinamide to support the barrier and refine the appearance of pores, and amber algae to help brighten and enhance your natural skin tone. The lightweight treatment is designed for both morning and evening use, making it a streamlined approach to addressing discoloration.

Dermatologist tested, fragrance-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and formulated for all skin tones.

Inside the Formula:

Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate 3%: A next-generation form of tranexamic acid developed for enhanced bioavailability that helps target the appearance of discoloration and redness for a more even complexion
Niacinamide 4%: A multitasking form of vitamin B3 that helps strengthen the skin barrier, soothe the complexion, and refine the visible appearance of pores
Kojic Acid Dipalmitate 1%: A more stable, lipid-soluble derivative of kojic acid used to help brighten the complexion and improve the appearance of uneven tone
Amber Algae 0.1%: A marine-derived antioxidant selected to support luminosity while helping preserve the skin’s natural tone
Ascorbyl Glucoside + Vitamin E: Antioxidant support to defend against environmental stress
Bisabolol: A soothing and comforting botanical-derived ingredient that helps temper visible signs of irritation

Clinicals:

In an eight-week clinical study*, 50% of participants demonstrated improvement in discoloration, 55% in skin texture, and 82% in the appearance of pores.

*The formula was evaluated as part of Reframe’s ongoing clinical research conducted in partnership with Howard University’s Department of Dermatology, with participants spanning Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI.

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how to use

Press into clean, dry skin before moisturizer. Use morning, evening, or both.
Because the active ingredients in this formula may increase sun sensitivity, follow with broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day.
For a complete Reframe routine, apply Pigment Processor first, followed by Compression Complex in the morning or Reframe Circadian Cream at night.

ingredients

Water / Eau, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate, Glycerin, Kojic Dipalmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Cetearyl Olivate, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Sorbitan Olivate, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Polyquaternium-37, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Xanthophylls, Lecithin, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol.

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