Cosmetic raw ingredient for professional cosmetic formulation only. This is not a finished cosmetic product. Do not apply directly to skin or mix into skincare in your hand.
JustGlow Kojic Acid Powder is supplied for developing cosmetic formulations. Its formulation role is water-soluble cosmetic tone-care active. Suitable product-development applications include professionally formulated face and hand cosmetics for even-looking skin tone.
Formulation guide: For the complete guide to Kojic Acid, the 1% face and hand product maximum, water-phase incorporation, pH, oxidation and colour control, cool-down processing, packaging, troubleshooting and stability testing, read the Kojic Acid formulation guide in Ingredients A–Z.
Technical Details
| INCI name | Kojic Acid |
|---|---|
| Physical form | Off-white crystalline powder |
| Function | Water-soluble cosmetic tone-care active |
| Solubility / phase | Water-soluble |
| Formulation use level | EU maximum: 1% in face and hand products; assess destination-market requirements |
Formulation Applications
Professionally formulated face and hand cosmetics for even-looking skin tone. Ingredient properties describe its role in formulation; they do not guarantee the performance or suitability of an untested finished product.
How to Incorporate
Dissolve in the water phase using the current supplier processing guidance. Control pH, oxygen exposure and packaging, and monitor discolouration and active stability. Do not assume that a freshly clear solution remains stable throughout its shelf life. Select the final concentration through safety assessment within applicable restrictions.
Percentages refer to the total finished formulation by weight unless expressly stated otherwise. They are development guidance, not a universal safe maximum. Use an accurate balance and follow the current raw-material specification. Confirm concentration, processing conditions and suitability through finished-product assessment.
Professional Use and Safety
Incorporate into a properly formulated cosmetic before use. Do not ingest, inject or use as a medicine. Applying oils or creams first does not dilute a raw ingredient applied afterwards. Do not add to a purchased finished product without reformulation and appropriate testing.
Read the Safety Data Sheet before handling and use its specified protective measures. Assess stability, packaging compatibility and microbiological quality, including preservative efficacy where appropriate. The finished-product manufacturer is responsible for safety assessment and compliance in the intended market.
Storage and Technical Documents
Keep tightly closed and protected from contamination, light and moisture. Follow the batch label and current technical documents for storage temperature and shelf life. Request the current JustGlow Safety Data Sheet and batch-specific Certificate of Analysis before formulation.
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