If you seek to improve the look of discoloration on your skin caused by sun damage, melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that occurs after a blemish, kojic acid can be the answer you are looking for. Especially if your skin struggles to tolerate hydroquinone, a strong lightening agent, this ingredient will be a godsend to you. So, What is kojic acid? It is sourced from different types of fungi, like aspergillus oryzae, which has the Japanese common name of 'koji'. Kojic acid is also a byproduct when certain fermented foods like soy sauce, rice wine are prepared. A trendy additive found in many serums and depigmentation creams, let a skin expert detail everything you need to know about kojic acid and how to use kojic acid safely. According to Dr. Parul Khot, dermatologist and cosmetologist, Mumbai, "Kojic acid is a skin brightening compound found naturally in nature. It has been proven to be of high efficacy for lightening spot pigmentation and is a prominent ingredient in many lightening creams. The ingredient was first used in skincare in 1989, and has received a lot of popularity since then."
