Meet Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum

Curious about why Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum is such a talked-about dark spot corrector? This guide walks you through how it works, how to use it, which other products make the most of its star ingredient Thiamidol, and who it’s best suited for.

We’ll also look at the rest of the Eucerin Anti-Pigment range, how to combine products in a routine, and answer the most common questions about this best-selling serum.

What is Eucerin Anti-Pigment?

Eucerin Anti-Pigment is a clinically and dermatologically tested brightening range designed to reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, promoting a more even and radiant complexion.

The hero of the range is the Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum. This serum is known for its ability to:

• Visibly reduce existing dark spots
• Help prevent the formation of new dark spots
• Promote a more uniform, luminous skin tone

According to Eucerin, the first visible results can appear after about two weeks of regular use, with continued improvement over time.

The range targets several types of hyperpigmentation, including:

• Melasma and chloasma (often called “pregnancy mask”)
• Age spots and sun spots
• Random dark patches caused by sun exposure
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, such as dark marks left behind after acne breakouts

How does Eucerin Anti-Pigment work?

The Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum combines two key actions:

• Hydration: Hyaluronic acid helps attract and retain moisture, keeping skin smoother and more supple.
• Depigmenting action: Thiamidol, Eucerin’s patented ingredient, targets the root cause of dark spots.

Thiamidol works by inhibiting melanin production, which is at the origin of most dark spots. By helping reduce melanin overproduction, the serum both diminishes visible hyperpigmentation and helps prevent its reappearance.

This makes it especially useful if your skin tends to develop post-inflammatory marks easily: you’re not just treating what you see now, you’re also working on preventing future spots.

Is Eucerin Anti-Pigment safe during pregnancy?

Eucerin formulates its products to deliver effective results for as many people as possible, and the brand states that the Anti-Pigment range can be used during pregnancy. This is particularly relevant, since hormonal changes can increase the risk of melasma and other pigmentation issues during this period.

However, one of the most important steps for preventing or minimizing melasma in pregnancy is sun protection:

• Limit direct sun exposure, especially during peak hours
• Use a very high SPF whenever you are exposed to the sun
• Reapply sunscreen generously and frequently

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and have specific concerns, it’s always a good idea to discuss your routine with your doctor or dermatologist.

What is Thiamidol?

Thiamidol is the star ingredient of the Eucerin Anti-Pigment range and is present in its highest concentration within the Anti-Pigment Dual Serum.

Thiamidol is a tyrosinase inhibitor—that is, it reduces the activity of the enzyme responsible for melanin production. Ingredients like vitamin C, mulberry extract, and kojic acid also work on this pathway, but Eucerin developed Thiamidol as its own patented molecule to offer targeted results with good skin tolerance.

Eucerin recommends not exceeding four applications of Thiamidol per day. Think of this as having four “slots” you can fill with Anti-Pigment products throughout the day. By combining different products from the range, you can make the most of those four applications.

Which Eucerin Anti-Pigment product is best for hyperpigmentation?

As of 2025, the Eucerin Anti-Pigment range includes nine products. With the exception of the cleanser, they all contain Thiamidol:

Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum vs Illuminating Serum

The range includes two serums that look and feel different on the skin and have slightly different goals:

Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum

The Dual Serum is the most intensive option for stubborn dark spots, such as:

• Age spots
• Melasma
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

It contains the highest concentration of Thiamidol within the range and is formulated to visibly reduce dark spots and help prevent their return, while also smoothing and hydrating the skin.

Eucerin Anti-Pigment Illuminating Serum

The Illuminating Serum focuses on radiance and overall tone:

• Restores luminosity to dull or lacklustre skin
• Helps even out mild irregularities in skin tone
• Combines Thiamidol with hyaluronic acid in an ultralight texture

This serum features Eucerin’s Crystal Technology, which gives it a very lightweight, fast-absorbing feel.

In short:

• If your main concern is noticeable dark spots, choose the Dual Serum.
• If you want to boost glow and overall radiance, go for the Illuminating Serum.

How to use Eucerin Anti-Pigment

For best results, Eucerin suggests combining products from the Anti-Pigment range without exceeding four applications of Thiamidol per day. Below are some example routines that keep Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum as the central product.

Routine 1 – Four different products (4x Thiamidol/day)

In this routine, you use four different Anti-Pigment products once per day each, reaching the recommended limit of four Thiamidol applications.

Routine 2 – Dual Serum twice a day (4x Thiamidol/day)

Here, the Dual Serum is used morning and evening, supported by day and night creams to complete the routine.

Routine 3 – Three applications of Thiamidol/day

This routine is ideal if you prefer a simpler approach but still want consistent brightening benefits from the range.

Can you use a serum and the spot corrector together?

Yes, you can use both the Anti-Pigment serum and the Spot Corrector in the same routine, as long as you stay within the four-application Thiamidol limit. Before you do, it’s worth thinking about what you really need:

• If your dark spots are scattered across the face, neck, or décolleté, the Dual Serum or Illuminating Serum may be enough.
• If you have a few very defined spots, the Spot Corrector can be a great targeted add-on.

Eucerin suggests using one of these products in the morning and the other in the evening, followed by an appropriate day or night cream. If you prefer to use both in the same routine, apply:

1. Your chosen serum first
2. The Spot Corrector directly on individual marks
3. Then follow with your moisturizer

Does the Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum work on its own?

Yes. The Eucerin Anti-Pigment Dual Serum can absolutely be used on its own within your routine, and it also plays well with products from other Eucerin ranges or from different brands.

A simple routine might look like this:

• Evening: Cleanser → Anti-Pigment Dual Serum → your usual moisturizer if desired
• Morning: Gentle cleanser (optional) → antioxidant serum (optional) → moisturizer → broad-spectrum SPF50+

Many users report that their skin looks more even and refined after about two weeks of consistent use, especially when the serum is combined with diligent sun protection.

Eucerin Anti-Pigment: Your FAQs

Does Eucerin Anti-Pigment work on acne scars?

Eucerin Anti-Pigment can help with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, meaning the dark marks and patches that remain after pimples heal. For:

• Scattered dark marks: try the Anti-Pigment Dual Serum all over the face.
• Isolated spots: use the Anti-Pigment Spot Corrector directly on individual marks.

However, the range cannot change the texture of true scar tissue—for example, raised or indented “ice pick” scars left by severe acne. Those usually require other approaches, such as procedures performed by a dermatologist.

Now that you’re familiar with how the Eucerin Anti-Pigment range works, you’re ready to build a routine suited to your skin’s needs and target dark spots more effectively.