Kojic Acid Dipalmitate – 25g

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate – 25g

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate (KAD) is a diesterified derivative  of Kojic Acid.  It is considered to be superior to Kojic Acid in its whitening ability and is more stable than Kojic Acid in cosmetic formulations.

Kojic Dipalmitate is one of the most effective ingredients in treating hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and freckles. It is potent enough to cure melasma which is the condition of the face developing dark patches during pregnancy. In its raw form, Kojic Dipalmitate appears as a white crystalline powder and is the derivative of kojic acid – making it far more superior, effective, and stable. It is also known as the “skin whitening” ingredient because of its ability to even out the skin tone and produce a natural glow. Thus it is commonly added to anti-aging and skin-brightening formulations. The chemical formula of Kojic Dipalmitate is C₃₇H₆₄O₆.

By inhibiting tyrosinase activity, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is capable of suppressing skin pigmentation.  Its ability to suppress melanin formation makes it effective in whitening dark skin, or areas of dark skin. Its effects have been boosted when used in combination with glucosamine derivatives like N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG).

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate has good stability in heat and light, with no color change.

BENEFITS AND USES

It is revered for its use as a skin-lightening ingredient all over the world. It significantly reduces dark spots and hyper-pigmentation and is a safer alternative to hydroquinone. It can be found in creams, lotions, serums, and even soaps. It acts as an anti-tumor and a radioprotective agent.

Benefits

• Does not complex with metal ions and will not change color
• Light and heat stable
• Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients.

Applications

• Sunscreens and after-sun products
• Makeup products
• Skin lightening products
• Anti-aging products
• Creams and lotions