{"title":"Tranexamic Acid \u0026 Brightening","description":"Why Tranexamic Acid? Tranexamic acid quiets the overactive pigment cells behind melasma, sun spots, and post-acne marks — without the sensitivity that comes with hydroquinone. It's gentler than most brightening actives, which means it can be used consistently, and consistency is what actually fades pigment.\n\nThis is Lindsey's go-to for pigmentation clients — the exact serum and cream combo she sends home for stubborn dark spots and melasma.","products":[{"product_id":"corthe-whitening-shield-sheet-mask","title":"Brightening Sheet Mask by Corthe | Dark Spot Shield","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px 24px; margin: 0 0 24px 0; background: #F4F2F6; border-left: 3px solid #7B3F6E;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2D1B2E;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I chose this\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy pre-event glow trick. 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