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Does Kojic Acid Cause Acne?

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Stacey Kole

Kojic acid is most commonly used as a skin-lightening agent, thanks to its ability to interfere with the production of melanin.

Stacey Kole worked for five years as managing editor of the style and pop-culture magazine Savvy, where she traveled coast-to-coast covering all things fashion and beauty. In addition to daily writing and editing duties, she interviewed and penned cover stories on such celebrities as Avril Lavigne, Julianne Hough and Vanessa Hudgens. Stacey holds a Master's Degree in Education and currently writes for a number of online publications.