Kojic acid chelates the copper tyrosinase needs, fading visible dark spots at 1–2%.
Established in Asian brightening literature for decades.
How to use: Evenings, targeted on spots.
Cautions: Can sensitize; every-other-day start.
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Ingredient
The ferment-derived brightener.

Kojic acid chelates the copper tyrosinase needs, fading visible dark spots at 1–2%.
Established in Asian brightening literature for decades.
How to use: Evenings, targeted on spots.
Cautions: Can sensitize; every-other-day start.