Antioxidant

Gallic Acid

Often labeled as: Phenolic Acid
"The antioxidant acid that prevents UV pigmentation."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A type of phenolic acid found in tea leaves, oak bark, and witch hazel. It provides massive antioxidant protection and actively suppresses melanin synthesis triggered by UV rays.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Prevents sun spots, acts as an astringent, and scavenges free radicals.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Despite the name, it is an antioxidant, not a peeling AHA or BHA.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Gallic Acid interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
No documented synergies yet.
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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