QUERCUS INFECTORIA GALL EXTRACT.

This extract functions primarily through its high concentration of tannins, gallic acid, and ellagic acid. It acts as a potent astringent by constricting skin tissues, which visibly minimizes pore appearance and contributes to a firmer skin texture. Its anti-sebum capabilities regulate and reduce excess oil production, making it ideal for oily and acne-prone skin types. The phenolic compounds provide robust antioxidant activity, effectively neutralizing free radicals and mitigating oxidative damage from environmental aggressors. Furthermore, it exhibits anti-inflammatory effects that soothe minor skin irritations and possesses antimicrobial properties, helping to protect against microbial proliferation, including the bacterium Propionibacterium acne. The extract also serves as a skin conditioning agent, supporting overall skin health, smoothness, and hydration, and contributes to the natural wound healing process.