Kojic Acid
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Summary
Works for
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-oxidation
Irritancy risk
3
HighHelps to reduce hyperpigmentation and neutralize free radicals. Can be irritating
Products with Kojic Acid
Skin Design LondonC-Glow Peelniacinamideferulic acid3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid +7 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +4
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Peter Thomas RothPeptide Skinjection™ Peptide-Infused Face & Eye Tapecopper tripeptide-1niacinamideoligopeptide-32 +13 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +3
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EighthDayThe Eye Renewal Creamsh-polypeptide-9dipeptide-2niacinamide +30 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +2
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TopicalsFaded Brightening & Cleansing Body Bar for Uneven Skin Toneniacinamideazelaic acidVitamin C +8 actives
Cleansing Anti-blemish
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TimebeamFlash 1 One-Minute Resurfacing Mask with Glycolic Acidazelaic acidglycolic acidphytosphingosine +9 actives
Evens skin tone Exfoliation +4
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ManyoGlutathione 7 Serum Gel Patchniacinamideadenosinealpha-arbutin +18 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +3
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Admire My SkinUltra Potent Brightening Serum Dark Spot Correctorazelaic acidsalicylic acidlactic acid +1 actives
Exfoliation Evens skin tone +4
Alcohol
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Urban Skin RxEven Tone 5% AHA Smoothing Body Washniacinamideazelaic acidalpha-arbutin +11 actives
Exfoliation Cleansing +1
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Seoul CeuticalsKorean Skin Care Ultra Brightening Kojic Acid Creamniacinamideglycolic acidpanthenol +15 actives
Anti-aging Exfoliation +4
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CosMedixPrep & Reset Dual-Sided Lactic Acid Exfoliating Facial Padsniacinamideretinyl palmitatelactic acid +7 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +4
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Scientific sources
Similar ingredients
Evens skin tone
1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OneAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skinGlycolic AcidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acidLactic AcidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome) NiacinamideIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture.
The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
Anti-oxidation
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingRetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applicationsTocopherolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itselfErgothioneineCan help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking