Kojic Acid Dipalmitate (Skin Lightening)

INCI Name: Kojic Dipalmitate
Product Type: Cosmetic Active Ingredient
Ideal For: Brightening creams, serums, lotions, body butters, face oils, emulsions and tone-correcting formulations
Solubility: Oil-soluble
Appearance: Fine white to off-white powder

Product Description

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is a premium oil-soluble cosmetic active ingredient widely used in brightening, radiance-boosting and uneven skin tone formulations. It is a modified form of kojic acid designed to offer better stability and improved compatibility in oil-based and emulsion-style cosmetic products.

Loved by formulators for its elegant versatility, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is commonly used in products aimed at supporting a more even-looking complexion, improving the appearance of dull skin, and creating a brighter, more luminous skin finish.

Unlike standard kojic acid, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is oil-soluble, making it ideal for creams, lotions, body butters, anhydrous balms, facial oils and emulsified skincare products. It is also known for being more stable in cosmetic formulations, especially where light, heat and oxidation may affect more delicate ingredients.

Whether you are creating a luxury brightening cream, a tone-correcting body lotion, or a glow-enhancing face serum, Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is a beautiful ingredient for advanced cosmetic formulation.

Key Features

• Oil-soluble cosmetic brightening active
• Popular in uneven skin tone and radiance formulations
• More stable than standard kojic acid
• Suitable for creams, lotions, serums, body butters and emulsions
• Helps improve the appearance of dull, uneven-looking skin
• Ideal for luxury skincare and targeted cosmetic products
• Works beautifully in oil phases and emulsion systems
• Suitable for advanced DIY formulators, skincare brands and cosmetic manufacturers

Cosmetic Benefits

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is commonly used in formulations designed to:

• Brighten the appearance of dull skin
• Promote a more radiant-looking complexion
• Support a more even-looking skin tone
• Improve the look of dark marks and uneven pigmentation
• Add value to tone-correcting skincare products
• Create luxury brightening creams and serums
• Enhance glow-focused skincare ranges

How to Use

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is oil-soluble and should be added to the oil phase of your formulation. It is commonly used in emulsions such as creams, lotions and serums, as well as oil-based products where suitable.

For best results, disperse or dissolve it properly in the oil phase before combining with the water phase. It may require gentle warming and thorough mixing to incorporate evenly.

Typical usage levels are generally around 1–5%, but formulators should always follow supplier guidelines, conduct stability testing and perform small-batch trials before scaling up.