Kojic acid dipalmitate (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

2-palmitoyloxymethyl-5-palmitoyloxy- γ-pyrone; CAS number: 79725-98-7

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Kojic acid dipalmitate, an ester of kojic acid and palmitic acid with the molecular formula C38H66O6, is a herbal active ingredient used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as emollient. Compared to kojic acid the ester is more stable and has a stronger inhibitory effect on tyrosinase and thus on melanogenesis.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer