Essentially Natural Kojic Acid

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INCI: Kojic acid

Kojic acid is a well known skin lightener. It works by inhibiting melanin production in the skin, which helps to even skin tone, reduce pigmentation and gradually lighten the skin.

Kojic acid is ideally used in serums and creams.

Learn how to formulate with kojic acid here: How To Use Kojic Aci d
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Uses & benefits of kojic acid

Kojic acid is a famous skin lightener and brightener
Because it works by inhibiting melanin production in the skin, it can be used to even out skin tone and minimize dark spots

How to use kojic acid

Recommended usage rate: 1%

Add to the cool down phase of your formulation. Dissolving can be aided by very gently heating the water (25-35C).

Use antioxidants such as Vitamin E and ferulic acid to stabilise kojic acid.

Kojic acid is sensitive to light and heat, so you will need to keep your formulations in protective and dark packaging.

Ingredients

Kojic Acid - an organic compound with the formula HOCH₂C₅H₂O₂OH

This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.

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