Kojic Luminance Body Cream
250 ml
Kojic Luminance Body Cream is soft cream, highly effective in moisturising and brightening the skin with visible results after the first few applications. It’s active ingredients Alpha Arbutin, Kojic Acid and Licorice Root Extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra acid), penetrate deep within the cellular layer of skin, reducing the production of melanin and preventing dark pigmentation from forming. This essentially brightens the skin and is effective for the lightening of scars, freckles, and sunspots.
The Body Cream contains 3 effective skin lighteners at 2% concentration each, being Kojic Acid, Alpha Arbutin and Licorice Root Extract, which is supported by Aloe Vera, Petroleum jelly, Vitamin E and Glycerine to nourish and repair the skin.
Kojic Acid
Kojic acid is a natural crystal-like substance, a chelation agent that is produced by different species of fungi. In particular the Aspergillus oryzae, which is commonly called koji which is used for the lightening scars, localised bleaching skin and hinders the production of melanin and dark pigmentation from forming. It is a safe alternative to hydroquinone.
Alpha Arbutin
Arbutin is a naturally derived substance found in plants such as bearberry, cranberries, blueberries, wheat, and pears. A natural substitute for Hydroquinone which lightens and reduces liver spots, Alpha Arbutin has a soothing effect on skin. Regular use of it makes skin smoother and more radiant and has moisturizing effect on dry and scaly skin. Arbutin evens out skin tone and is also effective in treating acne scars.
Licorice Root Extract
Licorice root is gentle for sensitive skin and is natural skin lightening alternative to chemical hydroquinone, Licorice extract contains an active called glabridin, which inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme that causes pigmentation in response to sun exposure. The skin lightening compound found in Licorice root called liquiritin can help lighten these areas. Both liquiritin and licochalcone inhibit the enzyme known as tyrosinase.
Petroleum Jelly
PJ seals existing moisture into your skin and protects skin that’s been injured or irritated by forming a seal or barrier where it’s applied. With this barrier, petroleum jelly effectively reduces how much moisture is lost from the skin. As one of the most effective mineral oils makes it superior in skin treatments.
Aloe Vera
The ultimate skin repairer. Aloe Vera contains vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and amino acids. Aloe Vera has been proven to treat a variety of skin conditions, such as burns, frostbite, psoriasis, and cold sores, and acne.
Glycerine
A natural humectant or a skin-conditioner, glycerine keeps your skin hydrated, soft and supple. It also protects your skin from harmful environmental aggressors, while improving its texture. Glycerine also treats several skin disorders, ranging from dry skin to wound healing
FOR BEST RESULTS
Suitable for Day and Night.
Cleanse the targeted area for maximum penetration within the skin epidermis and apply the lotion. Allow for the cream to absorb into the skin.
Day Use
The sun’s rays has the effect of burning the skin when lotions and creams without a SPF, are applied to constantly exposed areas i.e. hands, arms, neck etc.
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- The Body Cream can be used during the day for intermittent or limited sun exposure.
- It is recommended NOT to apply the Body Cream if there is full continuous exposure to the sun, exceeding 40 minutes. A sun block /screen should be applied daily to these areas.
- A recommended sun block /screen has a SPF of 30 to 40.
- The body cream should be applied at night to these areas.
Kojic Body Cream is manufactured in South Africa and has been independently tested by a SANAS accredited Laboratory.
Solona Naidoo –
Its just over a month, and I noticed a visible change on my hands and other areas. The product is doing wonders for me and I am really happy with the results. The cream is also feels really nourishing to my skin.
The Vanity Bag SA –
Thank you Solona for your positive feedback on the product. Its always great to have our customers feedback.