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Ellagic Acid

A naturally occurring polyphenol found in pomegranates and berries, valued in skincare for its brightening, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Comedogenic Rating

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Irritation Potential

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What is it?

Ellagic acid is a naturally occurring tannin-derived polyphenol. It functions as a tyrosinase inhibitor and antioxidant, and has demonstrated photoprotective properties in studies — helping prevent UV-induced pigmentation.

Used in brightening serums and antioxidant products to reduce hyperpigmentation, protect against UV damage, and provide a multi-benefit polyphenol effect.

Key Benefits

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Brightening

Inhibits tyrosinase to reduce melanin overproduction and dark spot formation.

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Antioxidant protection

One of the most potent natural antioxidants, protecting against environmental aging.

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Photoprotective

Helps reduce UV-induced pigmentation when used alongside sunscreen.

Suitable for

skin with hyperpigmentationdull skinall skin typesmature skin

Main Actions

✓ brightening✓ tyrosinase inhibition✓ antioxidant protection✓ photoprotection support

When it may be insufficient

Ellagic acid is a gentle, natural brightener. For faster or more pronounced results, combine with niacinamide or vitamin C and always use SPF.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ellagic Acid do for skin?

Used in brightening serums and antioxidant products to reduce hyperpigmentation, protect against UV damage, and provide a multi-benefit polyphenol effect.

Who should use Ellagic Acid?

Ellagic Acid is suitable for: skin with hyperpigmentation, dull skin, all skin types, mature skin.

Are there any warnings about Ellagic Acid?

Ellagic acid is a gentle, natural brightener. For faster or more pronounced results, combine with niacinamide or vitamin C and always use SPF.

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