Kojic Cream

Kojic cream is derived from a variety of fungus. It is also produced as a byproduct during the fermentation of some foods, such as Japanese sake, rice wine, soy sauce.

Key cream ingredients

• Kojic cream Dipalmitate
• Lactokine
• Azeloglicina

Uses

Kojic cream is a skin lightener that is also used to treat several different cosmetic conditions. It has been approved as an ingredient in cosmetics in concentrations of one percent or less.

Benefits

Anti-aging effect: Kojic cream-containing products may whiten the skin, improving the look of age spots and sun damage. Dark spot removal can have an anti-aging effect.

Melasma treatment: Kojic cream may be beneficial in reducing melasma or skin discoloration.

Minimizes the appearance of scars: Kojic cream could also help to reduce scar discoloration. Although the acid does not increase scar tissue density, it may decrease the dark pigmentation linked with some kinds of scars. It is possible that lightening the scar will make it less visible.

Antifungal benefits: Kojic cream may help prevent and treat certain fungal infections like yeast infections and athlete's foot.

Antibacterial properties: Kojic cream may help reduce the chance of infection from certain bacterial types.

Koji Cream alternatives include Hydroquionon and Demelan cream.

How to apply kojic cream

A patient can apply the kojic cream directly to the face areas affected by the hyperpigmentation as a spot therapy. Alternatively, they can apply kojic cream to the whole face avoiding the mouth, lips, and eyes. It can also be applied to the chest and hands as other areas can be affected by hyperpigmentations. Therefore, the patient can also apply the kojic cream to the tops of their chest and hands.  

Side effects

The use of this product may be considered safe for most people—however, certain risks and possible side effects associated with it.

Skin Sunburn

Patients using kojic cream are more easily in danger of getting sunburnt. Since Kojic cream prevents melanin production (which helps protect the skin from damage caused by the sun's UV rays), it leaves the skin susceptible to sunburn.

Contact dermatitis

Kojic cream can cause contact dermatitis in some people, especially those with sensitive skin. Contact dermatitis produces itching, rash, and dry patches of skin and pain with blisters in more severe cases.

The overall concentration of kojic cream in soaps, creams, and serums may differ with manufacturers. Products containing a higher concentration of acid may cause irritation more likely.

Warnings

• Always use the product according to the doctor’s prescription

• The patient should cleanse their face with a suitable cleaner to exfoliate dead skin cells before using Kojic cream
• Use once, preferably daytime and once during the night
• The patient should top up the kojic cream with sunscreen before stepping out
• Patients should use a sunscreen of least 50 SPF to reduce the risk of acne forced hyperpigmentation
• The patients should talk to a medical provider before using the product

Interactions

Patients should consult their doctor about possible interactions between Koji and the medications they are taking.

Storage information

• Keep out of children's reach

• Place in a dry and cool place

• For external use only

When a patient starts to use Kojic cream topically, they may experience benefits after two weeks. Faster results may be witnessed with the addition of glycolic acid to their therapy.

The patient may use kojic cream to treat regions of scarring or hyperpigmentation but never in an attempt to lighten their skin's natural tone.

If a patient wants to use kojic cream products to treat a specific cosmetic condition, they should first make an appointment with their skin dermatologist. The professionals will help advise them on the safest and best steps to use and provide them with information about the correct dosage and complementary treatment.

If a patient experiences any pain, irritation, rashes, or redness associated with the kojic cream, they should stop using it immediately. To soothe the immediate irritation, a patient can apply over-the-counter cream such as hydrocortisone to the affected area of the skin.

Kiwi Drug is the best online pharmacy to purchase Kojic cream and other alternatives like Demelan cream. A team of professionals is always on call to offer quality customer care to ensure the products reach customers quickly.