Allantoin

Allantoin

Skin-Soothing & Comfort-Support Active

INCI Name: Allantoin

Appearance: White, odorless crystalline powder

Solubility: Low water solubility; dissolves with heat

Usage Rate: 0.1% – 2%

Function: Skin soothing, comfort support, barrier feel enhancement

Allantoin is a widely used cosmetic active valued for its skin-soothing and comfort-support properties. It helps improve skin feel, reduce visible irritation, and support smoother, more comfortable skin in both leave-on and rinse-off formulations. Modern cosmetic-grade allantoin is synthetically produced for consistency and purity.

Common Applications

• Barrier creams and soothing balms
• After-sun and post-treatment care
• Redness-prone and sensitive-skin products
• Acne-support and calming treatments
• Shaving and aftershave formulations

Why Use Allantoin?

Allantoin is selected for its gentle performance and excellent compatibility across formulation types. It supports skin comfort, helps reduce the look of irritation, and contributes to a smoother surface feel, making it especially valuable in sensitive-skin and recovery-focused systems.

Key Benefits

• Helps calm visibly irritated or stressed skin
• Supports smoother skin texture and comfort
• Assists moisture retention and softness
• Enhances barrier-support formulations
• Well tolerated across skin types, including sensitive skin

Usage Guidelines

• Typical use level: 0.1% – 2%
• Add to the water phase and heat to 50–70 °C for full dissolution
• Recommended final pH range: 3.5 – 8.0
• Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off systems

Formulation Tips

• Pairs well with panthenol, bisabolol, beta-glucan, and centella
• Ideal for post-procedure, retinoid-support, and barrier-repair formulas
• Compatible with emulsions, gels, lotions, and aqueous sprays
• Ensure complete dissolution before cooling to prevent crystallization

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