Kojic Acid
Primary Function
pH Adjuster
Safety Verdict
Mostly Safe
Health Score
8/10
Eco Score
8/10
About Kojic Acid
A natural compound from fungi used as a skin-brightening agent that inhibits tyrosinase activity.
Formulation Role & Skin Benefits
Kojic Acid is selected for formulations requiring ensuring formula matches the skin's natural acidic mantle (pH 4.5-5.5), delivering optimizing active ingredient efficacy while minimizing skin irritation.
Best suited for all skin types, crucial for maintaining a healthy acid mantle. Typical formulation context: all skincare formulations, especially AHA/BHA exfoliants and vitamin C.
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