Gallatyl Glucoside

GAL

8/10

Concern level

High concern

A gallic-acid/EGCG-related glucoside antioxidant used as a skin-conditioning active in cosmetic formulas. Supplier safety documentation lists Gallatyl Glucoside as part of the Unisooth EG-28 active complex, and related ingredient databases classify the broader glucoside family as antioxidant skin-conditioning agents. ([ewlerp.com](https://www.ewlerp.com/___country___/uploadedfile/rawmaterial/cat2/DSS%20Unisooth%20EG-28%20en%2806%29.pdf))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

BrighteningSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

pH Range

4.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 1236072-19-7

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin7/10

sensitive skin8/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Strong oxidizing systems may reduce polyphenol stability, Very low-pH exfoliating formulas may be less ideal for maximizing comfort

Risks & Warnings

Low documented risk in topical cosmetic use. As with most botanical-derived polyphenol actives, mild irritation or sensitization is possible in very reactive skin, but no major regulatory restrictions were identified in the cited supplier documentation. ([ewlerp.com](https://www.ewlerp.com/___country___/uploadedfile/rawmaterial/cat2/DSS%20Unisooth%20EG-28%20en%2806%29.pdf))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

The Ordinary