Kojic acid is the latest K-drama trend that is taking the South Korean skincare industry by storm. However, depending on where you are in the world, it may be pricey to get your hands on kojic acid products. The solution? Make it your own!
Kojic Acid
First, let us discuss why kojic acid is becoming a much-needed essential in K-drama stars' skincare routine! First off, kojic acid gets rid of dark spots by inhibiting the production of melanin. If you use products with kojic acid, you can achieve a brighter and more glowing complexion. It also breaks down parts of your skin with uneven pigmentation, making your skin tone look more even.
If you are seeking to whiten your skin, then this is the product for you! As mentioned, kojic acid inhibits melanin production, which can cause your skin to be brighter and lighter in as little as two weeks to a month after applying the product. This can help you achieve a youthful glow.
Kojic acid also helps get rid of impurities such as dirt, blackheads, and whiteheads. Making your skin just slightly more acidic can help stimulate cellular turnover, making your skin look healthier and brighter. Kojic acid can also help with exfoliation.
Lastly, kojic acid helps nourish your skin. Kojic acid has vitamin A, lipoic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, and AHA glycerine. These are all nutrients needed in the skin and help remove any gunk in its epidermal layer.
Coconut Oil
Now that we've established that kojic acid is good, why should we use coconut oil? First of all, coconut oil is an amazing moisturizer. Due to the high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps hydrate the skin. It can also be applied as the last step in your skincare routine to allow your skin to absorb all the products. Coconut oil can also be an alternative to make-up remover due to the oil.
Coconut oil also had anti-inflammatory properties, which can help treat eczema and other skin disorders. It can also heal wound due to coconut oil's antioxidant properties, increasing the level of collagen and other proteins that help the skin heal.
Lastly, coconut oil can prevent the growth of microorganisms on the skin. Don't want little critters growing on the face? Then you need this! Studies have shown that coconut oil can fight against twenty different strains of bacteria!
Are you convinced to use kojic acid and coconut oil? Then here's what you need to make the soap and how to make it! This recipe is best suited for those with dry skin.
Ingredients:
Kojic acid, solid form
Coconut oil
Carrot oil
Black soap
Steps:
1. Grate the solid-form kojic acid with a grater
2. Ad the grated kojic acid into the bowl with the black soap
3. Add the coconut oil and carrot oil
4. Mix. Keep mixing until it forms into a paste-like mixture.
5. Put in a plastic container
6. Store in a cool place.
Quick and easy! Will you be trying this out?
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Written by Alexa L.
