Kojic Dipalmitate

INCI: Kojic Dipalmitate Kojic Dipalmitate is the dipalmitate ester of kojic acid — an oil-soluble derivative used in cosmetic formulations as a tyrosinase inhibitor, in products targeting the evenness of skin tone and the appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots. By inhibiting tyrosinase activity it reduces melanin formation, and it offers better stability and skin absorption than standard kojic acid, which often browns over time.

Key Details about Kojic Dipalmitate:

Synonyms/Related Terms: Kojic acid dipalmitate, KAD.

Chemistry: an ester created by pairing kojic acid with palmitic acid, making it more resistant to heat, light and oxidation than the parent acid.

Usage Examples: It is widely formulated into serums, lotions, creams, soaps, and sunscreens.

Because it does not turn brown it is straightforward to incorporate without colour drift in the finished product.

Solubility and processing: oil-soluble — dissolve into the oil phase, usually with heating.

Compatibility: highly stable, and works well with other tone-evening actives such as Vitamin C and Alpha-Arbutin.