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AMINOPROPYL KOJYL PHOSPHATE

74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A stabilized kojic acid derivative that inhibits melanin production to brighten skin and reduce hyperpigmentation.

Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate is a phosphate ester derivative of kojic acid designed to improve stability while retaining kojic acid's tyrosinase-inhibiting properties. Kojic acid and its derivatives are used in cosmetics for skin brightening and hyperpigmentation reduction. The ingredient has a pubchem safety score of 76. While generally well tolerated, rare cases of sensitization have been reported with kojic acid derivatives.

Skin benefits

  • Inhibits melanin production for skin brightening
  • Helps reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots
  • Antioxidant properties

Known concerns

  • Rare sensitization potential
  • May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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