Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum

serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Paula's Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 29-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and allantoin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: none. It clears all 12 ingredient flags we check.

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Allantoin
A soothing, softening ingredient.
Tranexamic acid
Targets dark spots and uneven tone.
Bakuchiol
A plant-derived retinol alternative.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

29 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
4Tranexamic Acid
5C13-15 Alkane
6Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
7Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
8Ethyl Macadamiate
9Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
10Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
11Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
12Silybum Marianum Seed Oil
13TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
14Lactobacillus/Coconut Fruit Juice Ferment Filtrate
15LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
16Bakuchiol
17Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
18Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
19Hydrogenated LecithinHydrogenated Lecithin is a plant-derived, fat-like mixture that helps oil and water…
20AllantoinAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
21Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
22Hexylene GlycolHexylene Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid that mixes with both water and oil-loving…
23Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract
24Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
25Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
26Sodium PhytateA plant-derived salt that acts as a chelating agent, grabbing onto metal ions like…
27Malic AcidMalic acid is a mild fruit acid, found naturally in apples, used mainly to adjust pH…
28PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
29EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…

Source: Paula's Choice product page, www.paulaschoice.co.uk/clinical-discoloration-repair-serum/m8040.html, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Paula's Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. Paula's Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Paula's Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Paula's Choice Clinical Discoloration Repair Serum pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Allantoin and Tranexamic acid.