2% Kojic Acid Face Serum

2% Kojic Acid Face Serum

29ingredients
SerumThe Derma Co

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganCruelty-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

1 flagged

This serum from The Derma Co lists 29 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known allergen in this formula

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.

Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:

  • People sensitised to preservatives (e.g. MI/MCI or formaldehyde releasers)

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairReduces irritationRedness reducingDark spotsAcne fightingBrighteningAnti-agingGood for oily skinReduces large pores

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
  • 3
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 4
    Kojic AcidBrightens skin and helps fade dark spots.
  • 5
    ArbutinGently brightens and evens skin tone.
  • 6
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

29

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propanediol, ethoxydiglycol, kojic acid, niacinamide, pentylene glycol, alpha-arbutin, dimethyl isosorbide, glycerin, epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, sodium pca, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, astragalus gummifer gum, sclerotium gum, proline, hydroxyproline, hydroxypropylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, caprylyl glycol, silica, disodium edta, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)citrate, sodium metabisulfite, citric acid, ci 19140

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27sodium metabisulfite

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.

Frequently asked questions

Is 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Is 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.

Is 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum contains 1 flagged allergen and 0 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check 2% Kojic Acid Face Serum against your own profile.