Kojic acid acts as an antioxidant. It has properties that help combat free radicals and oxidative stress in skin cells.  This can help slow down the skin aging process. 
 
-It helps lighten and reduce hyperpigmentation.  Kojic acid helps inhibit the production of melanin in skin cells, which can help even out skin tone and reduce dark spots, acne marks, melasma and other hyperpigmentation issues. 
 
-It can help treat acne.  Kojic acid has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help treat mild to moderate acne.  It can reduce inflammation, kill acne-causing bacteria and reduce excess oil production.
  
-It can reduce wrinkles and fine lines.  The antioxidant effects of kojic acid can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines over time by slowing down the skin loss of collagen and elastin.  
 
- It helps exfoliate dead skin cells.  Kojic acid can gently exfoliate the skin’s surface by breaking down keratin in dead skin cells, which allows new, healthy skin cells to emerge.  This can improve the skin’s texture and appearance.