Kojic Acid is widely used in cosmetic and skin care products as skin whitening and lightening agent. Kojic Acid is usually sought after as a spot-fading, sun damage and hyper-pigmentation treatment, and is often considered less aggressive than hydroquinone.

Kojic acid inhibits the growth of bacteria, fungi, and the multiplication of viruses. Tyrosinase, a key enzyme in the biosynthesis of the skin pigment melanin, is inhibited in its rate-limiting catecholase activity. Kojic acid is used in the cosmetics industry because of its ability to fight bacteria, fight free radicals, and protect colors. Kojic Acid works as an antioxidant and a skin-lightening agent. It is used in cosmetic formulations for fading dark spots, to even the skin tone, and in anti-ageing products. Powders, serums, creams, cleansers, and soaps, among other cosmetic product categories, all contain kojic acid. Kojic acid-containing products can be applied to all non-sensitive parts of the body, but they are most frequently used on the hands and face.

The main hot spot of Kojic Acid is it helps to reduce pigmentation or discoloration of scars. Its ability to inhibit production of melanin in the skin can effectively lighten existing sunspots, age spots, acne scars, melasma, freckles and even hyper-pigmentation. Kojic acid is safe to use during pregnancy when melasma tends to flare up. Our Kojic Acid can be used in making natural skincare products such as shampoos, shower gels, bath bombs, creams, lotions, etc. 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. Kojic Acid may also provide antibacterial benefits. It may help decrease the chances of developing common types of bacterial skin infections.

Benefits:

♦ Insecticides and pesticides

♦ Fungicides

♦ Anti-fungal and anti-bacterial drugs

♦ Painkillers

♦ Anti-inflammation drugs