#$%^&*AU2012268879B220150806.pdf#####Abstract The invention relates to a novel composition to provide stable kojic acid in a cosmetically or pharmaceuticallly acceptable medium using a synergistic combination of 5 a sulphur dioxide releasing agent such as sodium metabisulphite and one or more catalases, catalase mimetics, superoxide dismutases, and superoxide dismutase mimetics. 10