Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid

Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid belongs to a group of medicines known as 'skin lightening agents or depigmenting drugs', primarily used to treat melasma (dark brown patch on the skin, liver spots, age spots, freckles) caused by birth control pills, hormonal medicine, pregnancy or any injury of the skin. Melasma is also known as chloasma or mask of pregnancy, is a common skin condition that causes brown patches on the face. It is more common in women than in men. The discoloured (grey-brown) patches occur mostly on the forehead, chin, nose, and cheeks. This medicine also contains sunscreens that help to prevent spots from returning due to exposure to sunlight.

Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid contains ‘Glycolic acid’ works by increases the turnover rate of epithelial cells (cells that line the surface of the skin), eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne).  Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid kills bacteria, reduces inflammation, and unplugs blocked pores. It decomposes to release oxygen when applied to the skin. This oxygen acts as a bactericidal agent and kills Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. On the other side, Kojic acid prevents the production of tyrosine that is an amino acid required to produce melanin in the body. Melanin is an important pigment of the body that provides colour to skin, hair, and eyes. Both medications in combination provide lightning effects to the skin.

Apply Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid as exactly prescribed by your doctor. Some people may experience dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, and skin rash. Most of these side effects of Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid or its components. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid. Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight; hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams, or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a breastfeeding mother.

Treatment of Melasma

Glycolic acid present in Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid helps reduce dullness, dark spots, and signs of ageing like fine lines and wrinkles. It is an exfoliant that helps to shed dead cells of the skin and reveal a brighter layer of skin. It is small in size and goes deeper into the skin to produce more collagen in the skin, which makes the skin firm and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. While Kojic acid makes skin smoother, radiant and even-toned.

Glycolic Acid+kojic Acid is only for external use. Take a small amount on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Skin pain
• Acne
• Redness
• Irritation
• Burning
• Itching or stinging sensation of the skin