{"product_id":"dark-spot-face-cream-with-kojic-acid","title":"KOJIC ACID FACE CREAM","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 50 ml \/ 1.69 fl oz evening face moisturiser built on Kojic Acid (a fungus-derived brightening active), with Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Fruit Oil, Paprika (Capsicum Annuum) Fruit Extract, and Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) Leaf Extract. 100% natural origin, 8% organic origin, vegan eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFormulated for Darker Skin Tones, Dry Skin, and Hyperpigmentation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKojic Acid, a fungus-derived brightening active, is studied in cosmetic dermatology for the appearance of dark spots and even skin tone\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Fruit Oil, a botanical lipid rich in palmitoleic acid (omega-7), a fatty acid naturally present in human skin\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaprika (Capsicum Annuum) Fruit Extract, an antioxidant botanical rich in lycopene and capsanthin carotenoids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eHero mechanism: Kojic Acid, a fungus-derived brightening active, is studied in cosmetics for the appearance of dark spots. Full mechanism and citations under Details and references.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKojic Acid, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Capsicum Annuum (Paprika) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive ingredients: Kojic Acid (a fungus-derived brightening active); Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Fruit Oil (a palmitoleic omega-7 emollient plant oil); Paprika (Capsicum Annuum) Fruit Extract (an antioxidant carotenoid botanical).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply morning or evening to clean skin after toner and serum, avoiding the eye area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher daily. Brightening botanicals benefit from UV avoidance during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all Opuliss Skin actives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% natural origin, 8% organic origin, vegan eligible. Contains naturally occurring fragrance compounds (Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Linalool, Pinene). Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours before facial use. Kojic Acid may cause concentration-dependent skin sensitization. Use in the evening only, and some users may experience increased photosensitivity with brightening actives. Pregnancy and nursing: consult a dermatologist before use of Kojic Acid products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReferences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKojic Acid is a fungal-derived gamma-pyrone brightening active documented in cosmetic dermatology literature for the appearance of dark spots\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e. Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Fruit Oil contributes palmitoleic acid (omega-7) as a skin-conditioning emollient, with an in vitro mechanism documented on the Fruit Oil material\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e. Rosemary Leaf Extract contributes rosmarinic and carnosic acid polyphenols as antioxidant botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"op-refs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKojic acid, clinical evidence for the appearance of dark spots (melasma): Tantanasrigul P, Sripha A, Chongmelaxme B. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024;24(1):e16562. DOI 10.1111\/jocd.16562. PubMed PMID 39555866. Patil R, Dhoot D, Balasubramanian A, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(3):e81330. DOI 10.7759\/cureus.81330. PubMed PMID 40296942. Lim JT. Dermatol Surg. 1999;25(4):282-4. DOI 10.1046\/j.1524-4725.1999.08236.x. PubMed PMID 10417583.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkamoto T, Nakashima F, Shibata T, Mori D. Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) pulp oil prevents ultraviolet-induced damage in human fibroblasts. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry. 2024;88(8):881-889. DOI 10.1093\/bbb\/zbae071. PubMed PMID 38796693.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"op-cite\"\u003eHow to cite this product page: Opuliss. Kojic Acid Face Cream. Opuliss Skin product page. 2026. https:\/\/opuliss.com\/products\/dark-spot-face-cream-with-kojic-acid\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opuliss Beauty","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":52251011449106,"sku":"194078","price":281.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/9195\/5986\/files\/dark-spot-face-cream-with-kojic-acid-square.jpg?v=1789187095","url":"https:\/\/opuliss.com\/products\/dark-spot-face-cream-with-kojic-acid","provider":"Opuliss Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}