Tannic Acid
What Tannic Acid is & what it does
Tannic Acid is a type of plant-derived polyphenol belonging to the tannin family, found in sources such as oak galls and certain fruits. In cosmetic formulas it is used as an astringent and antioxidant-type ingredient and can have a tightening feel on the skin. It is included in toners, masks, and some sun-care products.
What does Tannic Acid do in skincare?
Tannic Acid is a plant-derived polyphenol used as an astringent and antioxidant-type ingredient in cosmetics. It can give a tightening feel on the skin. It is often found in toners, masks, and some sun-care products.
Is Tannic Acid natural or synthetic?
Tannic Acid is a naturally occurring tannin found in sources such as oak galls and certain fruits. The version used in cosmetics may be extracted from plant sources or produced to a standardized grade. Both share the same polyphenol chemistry.
Is Tannic Acid safe?
Tannic Acid is used in cosmetics as an astringent and antioxidant ingredient and is generally well tolerated at typical levels. Astringent ingredients can feel drying for some people. If you have sensitive or dry skin, a patch test or professional advice can help.
Sunscreens with Tannic Acid
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Cien Aqua Gel Cream
82/100
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Cien Q10 Intense Day Cream
82/100
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Cien Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream
81/100
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Cien Vitamin C Glow, Energy, Wake Up, Q10 Day Cream, SPF 15
80/100
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Frudia What's Wrong Help Cicaderm Sun Cream
76/100
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Cien Classic Cream
49/100
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Cien Time Control Crema Hidratante
49/100