Kojic Acid

Product Description

Kojic Dipalmitate is the advanced, oil-soluble derivative of Kojic Acid, engineered for superior stability and efficacy in cosmetic formulations. It delivers the same powerful skin-brightening benefits as Kojic Acid by inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme, but without the significant instability and color-change issues. Its key advantage is its excellent stability to heat, light, and pH, ensuring the potency and aesthetic elegance of the final product. For formulators seeking to harness the proven power of Kojic Acid in a reliable, easy-to-formulate, and highly effective format, Kojic Dipalmitate is the definitive choice.

Product Uses

This stable brightening agent is a cornerstone for a wide range of high-performance skin lightening and anti-hyperpigmentation products:

• Skincare: Ideal for facial creams, lotions, and serums targeting dark spots, age spots, melasma, and overall skin brightening.
• Sun Care: Incorporated into sunscreens to provide an additional skin-evening benefit.
• Color Cosmetics: Used in foundations and concealers to help reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone over time.

Formulation Suggestions

The recommended dosage is between 1.0-5.0%. As an oil-soluble powder, Kojic Dipalmitate should be added to the oil phase of an emulsion and heated to approximately 80°C (176°F) until fully dissolved. It is highly compatible with most cosmetic oils and esters, and unlike Kojic Acid, it does not chelate with metal ions. It works synergistically with other brightening agents like Vitamin C derivatives and Alpha-Arbutin alternatives.

Our advice is for reference only. Please follow the recommendations of your formulator for actual production.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Kojic Dipalmitate
• Synonyms: Kojic Acid Dipalmitate, KAD
• CAS No.: 79725-98-7
• Molecular Formula: C₃₈H₆₆O₆
• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
• Purity: ≥98%
• Solubility: Soluble in oils and esters. Insoluble in water.
• Stability: Excellent stability to heat, light, and pH variations compared to Kojic Acid. Does not chelate with metal ions.
• Properties: A highly stable, oil-soluble derivative of Kojic Acid. It is a potent tyrosinase inhibitor that helps to lighten the skin, reduce the appearance of dark spots, and even out skin tone. It also provides antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits.
• Origin: China