Hi Beautiful Ladies,
Today we’re talking about KOJIC ACID. I get alot of emails from readers asking me about natural, non-Hydroquinone methods of dealing with pigmentation/discoloration issues. Overtime I will discuss this, but to first start I thought I should first focus on ingredients.
When it comes to natural skin lighteners, Kojic Acid is one Key ingredient.
Kojic Acid is obtained from Japanese mushrooms and it is a by-product of the fermentation process of malting rice, for use in the manufacturing of sake, the Japanese rice wine. It is a mild inhibitor of the formation of pigment in plant and animal tissues, and is used in food and cosmetics to preserve or change colors of substances (wikipedia). Kojic acid has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Kojic Acid is also one of the most popular skin-lightening agents found in skin-lightening creams sold worldwide.
Studies show that Kojic acid is the equivalent of Hydroquinone in its ability to lighten pigments. Before the discovery of Kojic Acid, the ingredient hydroquinone was largely used for skin lightening, however it is known to cause skin irritation in many individuals, and for these people, dermatologists often recommend kojic acid as an alternative. The effects of kojic acid have been reported as being identical to those of hydroquinone but unlike Hydroquinone, Kojic Acid does not cause skin re-darkening (Ochronosis) like Hydroquinone. Studies do show that Kojic Acid can be irritating and cause sensitivity for those with sensitive skin, so before using, be sure to do a patch test.
Kojic Acid has been shown to work well for ethnic skin with ACNE, because it helps prevent the formation of Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation.
So if you have discolorations that you’d like to fade, be sure to look for products with Kojic Acid, if you DO NOT have a sensitivity to it.
There are lots of products in the market with Kojic Acid, some of the popular ones include:
If you have any SKINCARE questions be sure to send an email to myHairmyBeauty@yahoo.com
Nice …..good information…where can the diana stalder soap be purchased?…Also have you heard of IDOLE, it has papaya and avocado and i hear it deals with uneven skin tones.
I have Kojic acid soaps nd serums,for those that stay in Abuja,u can do a cream mix too for even complexion.contact me on 07068950306 or 2aff6e4b.Goodluck on ur skin lightening journey
I love to use Kojic acid soap. Hope there is no side effect
As long as you don’t experience redness and irritation, then you’re good
so are there any products which i can buy inside a store which contains this kojic acid to lighten skin discolourations? i reside in ontario canada.
You can order Diana Stalder products online and Amazon
i live in Ibadan. Please where can i get soaps, creams and lotions that contain kojic acid? thank u!
Do you have a contact in Lagos?
yes i have family and friends there. how can i connect you and them to collect products for me?
Send an email to myHairmyBeauty@yahoo.com
I luv dis product, Perfect white. d active ingredient is kojic acid. Buh it has been harsh on me, causing red little swells on my chest. Hw do i subside d ingredient with mixin. Wat serum wud b gud to help subside ?
i’v heard a lot about kojic acid ,wanna try it,but afraid becos of d irritations it causes. There is a particular lotion i have in mind to use,it’s name is Anew whitening and fairness lotion,d main ingredient is kojic acid,though it’s expensive but dat is not d problem,pls wanna know much about it’s safety.Thank u
I use a serum which contains carrot and kojic acid in it, It has really treated the acne on my face and has made my skin very nice.but whenever I stop using it the acne comes blk and my skin also becomes dark.