A foaming facial cleanser containing kojic acid, which lifts oil and sunscreen without a tight, squeaky finish.
Contains kojic acid
Rich foam
Removes oil and sunscreen
Important — claims we have removed
The title said "Brightening" and the listing said it targets the look of dark spots and uneven tone and refines pore appearance. That has been taken out.
This is a cosmetic cleanser, not a medicine.It does not refine or shrink pores — pore size is set by your skin. A cleanser is on your face for seconds before it is rinsed off, so whatever active it contains has almost no time to do anything.
A note on kojic acid
Kojic acid is a skin-lightening ingredient, and its use in cosmetics is restricted in some countries. No concentration is stated here, which is the only figure that would tell you anything. It commonly causes contact dermatitis.
Imported lightening products are a known source of banned ingredients — mercury, high-strength hydroquinone and undeclared steroids. Read the full ingredient list on the bottle and do not use it if the list is missing. For pigmentation you want treated, see a doctor or dermatologist.
Safety
Use sun protection daily — important with anything affecting pigment. Patch test and wait 24 hours before first use. Avoid the eye area and rinse with water if it gets in your eyes. Stop if your skin becomes red, itchy or sore. Keep out of reach of children.
