First up is Kojic Acid
Who would have thought that a fungi in the form of a mushroom would be responsible for the development of kojic acid cream? It was discovered in Japan 2 decades ago. It is perhaps the most popular skin whitening ingredient in Asia and because it is legal and safe to use, has grown in popularity worldwide. So how does kojic acid whiten skin? The source of pigmentation comes from the melanin. Kojic acid has properties that prevent the production of melanin.. The natural ingredients of kojic acid interfere with a substance called tyrosinase which is a catalyst for melanin production. The result? Whiter, fairer skin. Kojic acid comes in a variety of applications including lotions and creams. A kojic acid soap is usually paired up with a fruit such as papaya for a sweet smell.
Although it can be used safely daily, just like any soaps, they will dry the skin and there are some other ingredients that shouldn't be mixed with it, such as salicylic acid. You should do a spot test on an area of skin first before you apply liberally to see if there will be an adverse reaction to the soap.
The next natural skin whitening product is salicylic cream which is best used for acne, psoriasis and other skin conditions that deal with uneven discoloration of the skin. Salicylic cream is such a powerful treatment for acne that most over the counter acne medications use it as one of their top ingredients. This acid is also a chief ingredient for wart treatments and can be found in compound w and other wart creams. The reason for this is that it can penetrate more deeply.
As far as beauty is concerned, using a concentrated salicylic acid is effective because of it's exfoliation properties.. Unlike other hydroxies, this acid is in a class all to itself. Basically, since it is oil soluble, it can penetrate skin cells much more easily than other acid creams. It is considered safe to use on a daily basis but you should test it before applying. Plus, since it is primarily used for exfoliation, understand that it will dry the skin quicker and for beauty, the better route to go would be weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
The final natural skin product I will discuss is glycolic acid. It exfoliates the skin naturally, just like salicyclic acid but not as deeply, making it very safe to use. Things like a glycolic acid peel or cleanser is great for the skin because it stimulates collagen growth, the chief component to new skin growth.
A glycolic acid peel is a good option if you have sun damage and dead skin is responsible for age spots (brown, uneven skin tone), wrinkles or crow's feet and smile lines
In addition to this, glycolic acid works a lot like salicylic acid in that it is good for treating acne.. Blackheads will dry up, large pores will shrink down to their original size and better skin will be the result. Purplish, painful acne will start to dissipate with each and ever face peel.
Published by Leo Dimilo
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