How little can be said about Korean beauty. They look bright and shiny. They double their beauty by following traditional methods. Kojic acid is widely used in Korean beauty products. It is known for its bright tone characteristics. Taken from various fungi. Used in cosmetics to improve dark spots, hyperpigmentation, skin tone. You can also use kojic acid to improve your beauty. But it should be patch tested properly before using it. A patch test should be done before incorporating any new ingredient into the skin care routine. Apply a little acid on the elbow and test. Wait 24-48 hours for any adverse reaction to appear.
Choose the right products
Skin care products containing kojic acid should be carefully considered before purchasing. These include cleansers, serums, creams, and soaps. It is better to choose one that has other beneficial ingredients along with kojic acid.
Use sun screen
If kojic acid is applied, the skin becomes smoother. That’s why it’s so important to use a sun screen with an SPF of 30 every day. It helps protect the skin from UV damage. Prevents hyper-pigmentation.
Get used to it slowly
For the first time using kojic acid, it should be used daily or a few times a week until the skin gets used to it. Monitor how the skin reacts to it. It can be used frequently if no adverse effects are observed.
Skin should be clean
Make sure the skin is clean when applying kojic acid products on the skin. Apply on dry skin. Only then will it absorb well into the skin.
Removes dark spots
If using kojic acid to get rid of hyper pigmentation or dark spot, the skin should be cleaned first. It should be applied as a thin layer on the affected areas before moisturizing.
Do not use on the eyes
Kojic acid should not be applied to sensitive areas around the eyes or mouth. It should be applied without touching those areas.
Do not use it if it irritates
It is better to reduce the use of kojic acid if conditions such as redness, itching and irritation appear after applying it. Avoiding it altogether is best if the problem is severe.
Moisturize
Kojic acid is dry. Choosing a good moisturizer is important to keep the skin hydrated. It takes time for hyperpigmentation and dark spots to disappear.
Note: Information collected from various studies, researches and health journals is provided here as usual for your understanding. This information is not a substitute for medical care or treatment. If you have any doubts regarding health, you should definitely consult a doctor. For the items mentioned in this article, “ABP Country”, ‘ABP Network’ Note that no liability is assumed.
Also Read: Can eating raw banana prevent this cancer?