2% Kojic Acid Cream - 30g

Glycolic Acid — The smallest alpha-hydroxy acid — it resurfaces the top layer for glow and even tone, working on the surface where BHA works in the pore. The strength is not printed, so we cannot judge the dose; that counts against the brand. Works from ~8%. OTC cap 10%. Give it 4–8 weeks for tone & texture. Best for Oily, Combination, Normal. A surface exfoliant for glow and texture. It raises sun sensitivity and can irritate dry or reactive skin — daily SPF is non-negotiable.

Kojic Acid — A fungal-derived brightener that fades dark spots and melasma by blocking tyrosinase — effective, but strong enough that the EU now caps how much a product may contain. The label states 2%. Works from ~1%. OTC cap 1%. Best for Oily, Combination, Normal. Effective on dark spots but a known sensitiser — patch-test, and if you're reactive, reach for arbutin or azelaic first.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter — Seals moisture into dry skin — heavy on clog-prone faces. The strength is not printed, so we cannot judge the dose; that counts against the brand. Best for .

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