Retinol
Helps soften the look of stubborn, individual dark marks.
The Intensive Dark Mark Spot Corrector
Spot Treatment
Precision care for your most stubborn dark marks.
A targeted retinol treatment for five or fewer stubborn dark marks. Use as its own course and never combine with Resurfacing Crème.
Is this the right step for me?
For a few stubborn marks, with targeted nighttime application. This is an alternative to Resurfacing Crème, not a companion.
Gentle, balanced and strong describe formula intensity, not a ranking. Stronger is not always the right fit.
Compare alternatives, not steps to combine.
- Spot EraserTargeted everyday dark marks · morning and evening$34.95 · Sold out
- Spot TreatmentA few stubborn marks · targeted nighttime care$39.95 · Sold out
- Resurfacing CrèmeUneven tone and texture across the face · nighttime cycles$49.95
Before you pair: Do not use with Resurfacing Crème on the same day or during the same treatment course. Pause Purifying Toner while using it. Refining Crème may be used in the morning, at least 8 hours earlier.
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Vitamin A Powered
Targeted Correction
Stubborn Marks
Derm Tested
Spot-Only Use
Full ingredients
Purified Water (Aqua); Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride; Glyceryl Stearate (and) PEG-100 Distearate; Stearic Acid; Cetyl Alcohol; Sorbitan Monostearate; Magnesium Aluminum Silicate; Citric Acid; Sodium Sulfite; Sodium Metabisulfite; Hydroxyethyl Cellulose; Hydroxypropyl Cellulose; Phenoxyethanol; Tetrasodium EDTA; Retinoic Acid (Vitamin A Acid)
Product specifications
Weight:
2.08 oz
Dimensions:
3.8 × 1.4 × 1.4 in
Size:
30ml (1.01 fl oz)
SKU: ptst30
Formula
Formula, texture, and how it works
How it works
Retinol supports faster-looking surface renewal in a small, targeted area. Applying it only to one to five stubborn marks concentrates correction while limiting unnecessary exposure.
Texture
Spot Treatment texture
See how the formula looks and feels before adding it to your routine.
Simple steps
How to use
01
Cleanse at night
Start with clean, dry skin.
02
Treat the spots
Apply 2 to 3 pumps directly to the spots you want to treat. Let it absorb.
03
Continue your routine
Follow with moisturizer. Do not use Resurfacing Crème on the same night.
What not to mix: Do not use with Resurfacing Crème on the same day or during the same treatment course. Pause Purifying Toner while using it. Refining Crème may be used in the morning, at least 8 hours earlier.
Verified results
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Answers from the experts
Frequently asked questions
What is Spot Treatment best for?
It is a stronger nighttime retinol treatment for five or fewer stubborn marks that did not respond to gentler correction.
Do I use it all over my face?
No. Apply it only to the specific marks you want to treat. A thin targeted layer is enough.
Can I use it with Resurfacing Crème?
No. Never use them on the same day or during the same treatment course. Finish one course before starting the other.
Can I use it with Refining Crème?
Yes. Refining Crème can be used in the morning and Spot Treatment at night.
How long until I see a difference?
Many people notice movement within 2 to 4 weeks, followed by continued fading. Consistency matters more than applying a thick layer.
Who should avoid it?
Do not use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding, with prescription tretinoin, or on raw, burning or severely peeling skin.
Stop working around the same stubborn spot.
Stronger targeted care for marks that did not respond to gentler correction.
Try it for 60 days. Keep the bottle.