Acne, dark spots, and freckles trouble most of us once in our lifetime span or maybe more than once to some. And once we get them, getting rid of them becomes very difficult. These are the worst and top of that we really don’t know when a breakout is going to hit the surface of our skin, but chancily it happens right before when we have some special event coming up. The primary factors leading to this skin nuisance are many and they can be both internal and external. Most of the time we blame oily skin but it is not the case due to oily skin, as acne attacks on non-oily and normal skin too. When excess sebum (the skin’s natural oil) is produced on our skin, it clogs our pores and causes acne. Environmental pollution can also be equally responsible for this skin nuisance. Dark spots take their own time to fade away, no matter what we do. These unpleasant remnants of acne take their own sweet time to heal, leaving you with blemishes. But dealing with acne can be much easier if we are using Kojic acid cream, which works effectively to treat and heal acne, dark spots and freckles. This cream helps you to make your skin flawless. It is well known for its gentle and natural formula. It nourishes and rejuvenates the skin and also prevents dark spots, patches, pimples and acne.
About the product-
Kojic contains Kojic and Ascorbic acid. It is a cream which is used for the purpose of skin lightening and brightening. Kojic acid is generally originated in Japan and is a chelation agent that is produced by different species of fungi. In simple words, this type of acid is made from organic materials. People who are extra sensitive to hydroquinone-containing products are recommended by dermatologists to use Kojic cream. This cream is very effective in removing freckles, age spots, and brown spots. It helps in lightening the skin tone, blemishes, and dark spots. The great combination of Kojic and the ascorbic acid is also used by many people to prevent from dry skin and different forms of hyper-pigmentation.
Benefits of Kojic Cream-
1. Pigmentation Reduction-
Besides freckles and melasma, there are many other types of pigmentation problems that can be treated with kojic Cream because it helps to stop the production of pigment. Kojic acid attacks on the root of pigmentation source by inhibiting the production of melanin. By stopping the production of melanin, kojic acid reverses the excessive darkening of the skin.
- Freckles-
Human skin has a pigment-producing cell that is called as melanocytes. Melanocytes produce melanin, which the skin uses to shield itself from the sun and other environmental damages. While this pigment protects our skin from the sun, our melanocytes can be damaged if our skin receives too much exposure to sun rays. This process results in small brown spots called freckles. Kojic cream fights freckles topically by countering the melanin in the area to whiten the skin.
- Melasma-
Melasma is a darkening of the skin surface; melasma darkens the facial skin, usually affecting the forehead, cheeks, the jaw line and areas around the mouth. Melasma commonly occurs due to overexposure to the harmful rays of the sun or cellular hypersensitivity. Kojic cream is designed for the reduction of melasma spots.
Do not use this cream in following conditions if you are-
- Suffering from any skin disease.
- Allergic to Kojic or Ascorbic acid or any other ingredient present in this cream.
- pregnant or breast feeding
- diabetic
- have open wounds
Always consult your physician in the following conditions:
- If you have kidney/liver problems
- If you have breathing allergies
- If you have any skin allergy.
Uses of Kojic Cream:
Kojic Cream is recommended for those who have any kind of skin discoloration related to hyperpigmentation. It can be used to treat dark spots, age spots, sun spots and freckles caused by the harmful rays of the sun. However, this cream can also be used by individuals who want to have a generally lighter skin tone.
Some common side effects of using Kojic Acid Cream-
Kojic Acid Cream may cause skin irritation to certain individuals especially those who have sensitive prone skin. We suggest performing skin testing first by applying the cream on a small area of your skin surface to check for adverse reactions like irritation. If you are using any other topical products particularly prescribed medication, consult your physician first before using this product. Here are some common side effects of this Kojic Acid Cream-
- Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue
- Photosensitivity
- Pain
- Blisters
- Itching
- Bumps and Red Rashes
- Dry red patches on the skin
- Numbness
- Stinging of the skin
- Inflammation
- Peeling off
Kojic Acid Cream can interact with the following substances, hence we recommend you to avoid them using with:
- Glycolic acid
- Resorcinol or salicylic acid containing products
- Tetracycline
- Fluoroquinolones
- Harsh Soaps and cosmetics
- Alcohol-containing products
- Chlorpromazine, etc.
Direction to Use this Cream:
The Kojic Cream works wonderfully for those who have sensitive skin and allergies to hydroquinone. Use this cream according to the requirement, for example, you will need a pea sized amount of cream for the whole face and follow the instructions on the given label with the pack. Use a small amount of Kojic Acid Cream to cover the affected area and do not apply too much cream on your face in quest of quick results.
Method to apply the Cream:
Wash your face with a mild soap or face wash and pat it dry. Do not rub your skin; pat it dries softly with the towel. Now apply the cream on freckles and age spots and rub it gently till it is completely absorbed into your skin. Use Kojic acid cream for 2 to 4 months for desired results. If you forgot to apply the cream, apply it as soon as you remember.
In short:
Kojic Acid Cream is one of the most effective skin lightening product, and it is affordable too. However, it is not suitable for everyone since kojic acid can cause skin irritation to many individuals. Remember to perform skin testing before using this cream to avoid any serious skin irritation.
