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Kojic Acid is regarded as one of the best skin-lightening agents in the beauty industry. It exerts a slow and effective reversible inhibition of tyrosinase, thus preventing melanin formation. According to available data from various studies, it can be used as a monotherapy or combined with other agents.
It is widely used as a skin-lightening agent in cosmetics (concentration 2-4%) or dermatological preparations.
Apart from skin-lightening action Kojic acid also has anti-oxidant properties, moderate anti-inflammatory effect, and UV protection action. It can be used for sunburn and post acne inflammation and redness.
It acts as a brightening ingredient in whitening creams, skin lotions, serums, powder, cleanser and soaps. 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.
Article written by Dr Divita Bhuraria
She is MD dermatologist from JJ Hospital, with 10 years of experience in the field of Dermatologist. She is passionate about about writing different articles on Dermatology related topics.