INCI name

GALLYL GLUCOSIDE

Gallyl glucoside

A compound of gallic acid and glucose, used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Gallyl glucoside is, according to CosIng, the product of the reaction of gallic acid with glucose. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums and other skin care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The label does not show the amount used.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (12)

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