Kojic acid cream is a cosmetic product that contains kojic acid, a chemical produced from different types of fungi and a by-product of fermented soy sauce and rice wine. It is most commonly used in cosmetic products such as creams, lotions, and serums, and is intended for use on the hands or face, but can also be used on other parts of the body such as the legs and arms. The benefits of using products containing kojic acid may include the following:
Positive:
- Anti-aging effect: Products containing kojic acid may lighten the skin, which can improve the appearance of age spots and sun damage. The reduction of dark spots can have an anti-aging effect.
- Skin lightening: Kojic acid can help even out skin tone and address unwanted hyperpigmentation by blocking tyrosine, an essential enzyme in the biosynthesis of pigment, or melanin, in the skin.
- Antimicrobial properties: Kojic acid contains some antimicrobial properties, which can help fight off several common types of bacterial strains even in small dilutions.
Negative:
- Poor absorption rates: Kojic acid overall has relatively poor absorption rates below the surface of the skin.
Ingredients or materials:
- Trulux Kojic Acid Cream ingredients include water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, glycerin, ceteareth-20, and kojic acid.
- Nasola Kojic Acid Cream ingredients include deionized water, glycerin, cyclomethicone, caprylic, squalane, shea butter, cetearyl alcohol, dimethicone, hydrixyethyl acrylate, tocopherol, kojic acid, vitamin C, camellia sinensis extract, aloe barbadensis extract, niacinamide, xanthan gum, sodium hyaluronate, disodium EDTA, vitamin E, phenoxyethanol, and 1,2-hexanediol.
- Geisha Kojic Acid Cream ingredients include kojic acid, glycolic acid, and shea butter.
It is important to note that while kojic acid has been approved for use in cosmetic products in concentrations of 1 percent or less, it may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals. It is recommended to do a patch test before using any product containing kojic acid.
