The trade names “Dermawhite HS”, “Vegewhite” or my favourite, “Melarrest” are all trade name mixtures where the principal skin lightener is kojic acid. Kojic Acid is a natural agent that’s obtained from koji malt, which has been used for the production of miso, soy sauce, and sake. Unsurprisingly, it originates in Japan. In Japan, it’s … Continue reading Skin lightening ingredient: Kojic Acid