You likely already know about (and probably use) glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acids in your beauty routine, but there’s another somewhat under-the-radar acid that deserves some time in the skincare spotlight—particularly if your goal is a brighter, more even complexion. We’re talking about kojic acid, a naturally-derived ingredient. Kojic acid is a naturally occurring compound…...
Hydroquinone, which I talk about all the time, is a topical skin-lightening agent that is used to treat various forms of hyperpigmentation, including age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Hydroquinone is a potent melanin inhibitor that works by inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase and reducing the production of melanin. However, the use of hydroquinone on…...
Melanin inhibitors are a class of compounds that reduce the production of melanin, the pigment that gives color to our skin, hair, and eyes. Melanin inhibitors can be helpful in treating various forms of hyperpigmentation, such as melasma, sunspots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It’s important to note that melanin inhibitors can take several weeks to months…...
