Kojic acid powder is sometimes used in health and beauty products to lighten the skin. It may be used to treat skin conditions, such as sun damage, scars, and age spots.
The science behind how kojic acid works as a lightening agent involves its effect on melanin production.
Melanin is a naturally occurring pigment in the body that gives the eyes, hair, and skin their color. An amino acid called tyrosine is needed to support the production of melanin.
Kojic acid works by blocking tyrosine from forming, which then prevents melanin production. Decreased melanin production may have a lightening effect on the skin.
• 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 be helpful in decreasing melasma, which is darkening of the skin due to pregnancy.
• decrease the appearance of scars
• It may be helpful in preventing and treating certain fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot and yeast infections.
• It may help to decrease the chances of developing common types of bacterial skin infections. Note: Before using products containing kojic acid, it is important to make sure they are safe. Consult a medical professional before use as alternative medicine
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