Will my whole complexion get lighter, or only the dark spots?
The Even Tone Protocol is designed to target areas of hyperpigmentation — melasma patches, post-acne marks, sun spots — and bring them back to your natural baseline tone. It is not a bleaching protocol; you will not get lighter than your innate complexion. Tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin work specifically on over-active melanocytes in spots, not on resting skin.
How important is sunscreen, really, with this routine?
It is the single most important variable. Pigmentation is fundamentally a photo-response; without daily, properly-applied SPF 50, you will undo two weeks of clinical fade in one weekend of unprotected sun. Reapply every two hours outdoors. The Barrier Restore SPF is broad-spectrum and non-comedogenic — there is no excuse to skip it.
I'm already on a prescription cream — hydroquinone or tretinoin. Can I combine?
If you're on hydroquinone or topical retinoids, please consult Dr. Ahmad's team before ordering. The protocol is designed as a standalone regimen — combining with hydroquinone in particular requires careful staggering, and prolonged hydroquinone use carries its own risks (ochronosis) that we'll help you assess. The consultation is complimentary and included with the bundle.
Is this safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Tranexamic acid topically is generally considered low-risk in pregnancy, but we recommend consulting your obstetrician. The Vit C Ferulic, Prep Cleanser, and Barrier SPF are pregnancy-safe. Book the free consultation on order and Dr. Ahmad's team will prescribe a pregnancy-appropriate variant.
How does the AI preview actually work? Is my photograph safe?
Your photograph is sent over an encrypted connection to our generative-AI engine, processed once with a Clarté-specific prompt designed to model a twelve-week response, and then deleted from our servers. We do not store, sell, or train on your image. The projection is illustrative — not a clinical guarantee.
Is cash on delivery actually available?
Yes. Choose COD at checkout and pay the courier in cash on arrival. No card details required, no online payment. We confirm by WhatsApp before dispatch — so if you change your mind, simply tell us. Lahore arrives next-day; rest of Pakistan in two to four business days via TCS.