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(57) [Summary] [Structure] A whitening cosmetic containing a gallic acid ester represented by the following general formula (1) as an active ingredient. Embedded image [R is a C1, C2 or C10-C20 linear or branched alkyl or alkenyl group which may be substituted by a hydroxy group] [Effect] It is excellent in the effect of suppressing the formation of wrinkles and pigmentation caused by the irradiation of ultraviolet rays. Therefore, it is useful as a cosmetic for preventing pigmentation. |