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Kojic Acid Dark Spot Cream

A kojic acid face cream that visibly fades dark spots, sun damage, and uneven skin tone while nourishing and protecting skin with vitamin C and botanical antioxidants.

50,00 

50 ml / 1.69 fl oz

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SKIN TYPE

Mature, Normal (Balanced), Combination (oily/normal), Dry

BENEFITS

Dark Spot Fading, Even Skin Tone, Antioxidant Defence, Radiance Restoration, Deep Hydration, Sun Damage Correction, Brightening

INGREDIENTS

Kojic Acid, Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil, Vitamin C, Paprika Fruit Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Betaine & Sodium PCA

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PAIRS PERFECTLY WITH

Pigment Clarity Serum
Pigment Clarity Serum
48,00 

Kojic Acid Dark Spot Cream is an active brightening cream for skin with established dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage that has not responded to standard moisturizers alone. Kojic Acid, derived from natural fermentation, inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for excess melanin production, directly targeting the biological cause of dark spots and uneven discoloration at the cream level.

Sea buckthorn fruit oil delivers concentrated carotenoids and omega-7 that support skin regeneration and restore radiance alongside the brightening activity. Vitamin C protects against the oxidative damage that triggers new pigmentation from forming. Paprika fruit extract adds natural carotenoids for further antioxidant support. Rosemary leaf extract contributes polyphenolic antioxidants that protect skin from daily environmental damage. Betaine and sodium PCA restore and maintain optimal skin hydration throughout the brightening process.

No synthetic fragrance. No silicones. No mineral oil. No harsh preservatives. Always follow with SPF 30 or higher when used in the morning.

Best for: Normal, combination, and dry skin with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage

Who it may not suit: Rosacea, reactive, or fragrance-sensitive skin.

Certified COSMOS Natural by ECOCERT, meeting strict international standards for natural-origin skincare and ingredient safety.

Good To Know

COSMOS Natural, RootsGuard Clean Standard™, Vegan

Natural origin of total  —

100%

Skin Concerns 

Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone

Target Area

Face

Kojic Acid Dark Spot Cream is an active brightening cream for skin with established dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage that has not responded to standard moisturizers alone. Kojic Acid, derived from natural fermentation, inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for excess melanin production, directly targeting the biological cause of dark spots and uneven discoloration at the cream level.

Sea buckthorn fruit oil delivers concentrated carotenoids and omega-7 that support skin regeneration and restore radiance alongside the brightening activity. Vitamin C protects against the oxidative damage that triggers new pigmentation from forming. Paprika fruit extract adds natural carotenoids for further antioxidant support. Rosemary leaf extract contributes polyphenolic antioxidants that protect skin from daily environmental damage. Betaine and sodium PCA restore and maintain optimal skin hydration throughout the brightening process.

No synthetic fragrance. No silicones. No mineral oil. No harsh preservatives. Always follow with SPF 30 or higher when used in the morning.

Best for: Normal, combination, and dry skin with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage

Who it may not suit: Rosacea, reactive, or fragrance-sensitive skin.

Certified COSMOS Natural by ECOCERT, meeting strict international standards for natural-origin skincare and ingredient safety.

Good To Know

COSMOS Natural, RootsGuard Clean Standard™, Vegan

Natural origin of total  —

100%

Skin Concerns 

Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone

Target Area

Face

BENEFITS

Dark Spot Fading Kojic Acid inhibits tyrosinase activity, reducing excess melanin production at the source. Targets existing dark spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and sun damage with consistent use morning and evening.

Even Skin Tone By reducing melanin overproduction at the cellular level, Kojic Acid gradually corrects the discoloration and patchiness that makes skin look uneven and tired. Results build with consistent daily use over 6 to 8 weeks.

Antioxidant Defence Vitamin C, sea buckthorn carotenoids, paprika extract, and rosemary polyphenols form a four-source antioxidant system that protects against the daily oxidative damage that triggers new dark spots and accelerates skin aging.

Radiance Restoration Sea buckthorn omega-7 and carotenoids support epidermal regeneration and restore visible skin luminosity alongside the active brightening work of Kojic Acid.

Deep Hydration Betaine, sodium PCA, and jojoba oil maintain optimal skin hydration throughout the brightening process — keeping skin soft, supple, and resilient while actives work on pigmentation.

Sun Damage Correction — consistent use of Kojic Acid combined with antioxidant support from vitamin C and sea buckthorn visibly reduces the appearance of sun-induced discoloration and age spots over time.

MADE FOR

Kojic Acid Dark Spot Cream is for skin that carries visible dark spots, post-inflammatory marks, sun damage, and uneven discoloration that no standard moisturizer has been able to correct. Effective for normal, combination, and dry skin at any age where hyperpigmentation is the primary concern.

Skin Concerns

Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone

Product Goal Benefits

Brighten & Even Tone, Glowing / Radiant Skin, Refresh/Revive Tired/dull look
Aqua/Water, Glycerin➁, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil➀, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Sodium PCA, Coco-Caprylate, Isoamyl Laurate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Kojic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Parfum/Fragrance, Cellulose, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil➀, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Phytate, Capsicum Annuum (Paprika) Fruit Extract➀, Potassium Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil➀, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract*, Limonene➂, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Benzyl Salicylate➂, Citral➂, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Linalool➂, Cedrus Atlantica Oil/Extract, Pinene➂

➀Ingredients from organic Farming
➁Made using organic ingredients
➂From natural essential oils

How to Use

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Apply evenly to clean face and neck morning and evening. Focus on areas with dark spots and discolouration. Use as the final cream step after serum and face oil. Always follow with SPF 30 or higher if applied daytime.

OUR ESTHETICIAN'S TIP

Kojic Acid delivers best results when applied consistently to the same areas every day, do not skip days on active spots. For maximum pigmentation correction, layer Pigment Clarity Serum at Step 3 and GlowRenew Botanical Facial Oil at Step 4 before this cream. Three different brightening mechanisms working simultaneously deliver significantly faster and more visible results than any single product alone. SPF is not optional with this routine, unprotected sun exposure reverses every result these products deliver.

Key Actives

Public data Clinical results

fades dark spots Kojic Acid
up to 190× Vit. C
brightening Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil
collagen protection Vitamin C
radiance and skin tone Paprika Fruit Extract
antioxidant support Rosemary Leaf Extract
up to 35%
moisture retention Betaine & Sodium PCA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Kojic Acid fade dark spots?

Kojic Acid is derived from natural fermentation and works by inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for producing excess melanin in dark spots and hyperpigmentation. By reducing tyrosinase activity it prevents new melanin from forming in affected areas while existing discoloration gradually fades as skin renews itself. Results become visible with consistent daily use over 6 to 8 weeks.

Yes. Apply morning and evening to clean skin. In the morning always follow with SPF 30 or higher — Kojic Acid increases photosensitivity and unprotected sun exposure will trigger new melanin production and reverse the brightening results. Evening use without SPF is safe and effective.

Visible improvement in dark spots and uneven tone typically becomes noticeable after 6 to 8 weeks of consistent twice-daily use. Post-inflammatory marks and established sun damage may require 10 to 12 weeks for significant visible correction. Consistent daily use and SPF compliance are essential for results.

Pigment Clarity Serum contains Alpha-Arbutin and Bidens Pilosa, two tyrosinase inhibitors with different mechanisms, alongside Lactic Acid for cell resurfacing. It is applied at Step 3 directly to skin. Kojic Acid Dark Spot Cream is applied at Step 5 as the final cream layer, adding a third brightening mechanism and sealing in the serum actives. For maximum results use both as part of the complete Pigmentation Protocol.

It contains natural fragrance with declared allergens. Not recommended for rosacea or fragrance-sensitive skin. For all other skin types including normal, combination, and dry skin it is suitable.

Yes. COSMOS Natural certified by ECOCERT. No synthetic fragrance, silicones, mineral oil, parabens, or harsh preservatives.

Yes. However, for best result in fighting both, dryness and dark spots, we suggest the following:

In the morning apply VitalBloom Face Oil at Step 4 followed by Shield Day Cream at Step 5 and SPF on top — this combination deeply nourishes dry skin and protects the barrier throughout the day. In the evening apply Pigment Clarity Serum at Step 3, GlowRenew Botanical Facial Oil at Step 4, then this cream as the final step. Daytime addresses dryness and barrier protection. Evening addresses dark spots and skin renewal. Each part of the day has one clear purpose and the results compound with consistent daily use.

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