INCI Name
Allantoin
Functions
2 Roles
Sustainability
7/10
Category
actives
What It Does
Allantoin is a white, odorless crystalline powder naturally found in comfrey root and botanical extracts, though commercially produced through urea oxidation. It's renowned for its keratolytic properties that promote cell proliferation and wound healing, while simultaneously soothing irritated skin and enhancing moisture retention. Formulators favor allantoin for its exceptional tolerance across all skin types, its stability in various pH ranges, and its ability to improve skin texture without causing sensitization, making it a staple in post-procedure, sensitive skin, and anti-aging formulations.
Technical Properties
pH Range
4.0-7.0
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
neutral
Impact on formula thickness
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
synthetic
Feedstock
urea oxidation or comfrey plant extraction
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Available Variants
47 forms available
98% Pure Powder
Fine Powder
Fine powder (cosmetic grade, pre-dispersed in warm carrier phase)
Fine Powder (Cosmetic Grade)
Fine Powder (requires dissolution in heated water at 60-70°C)
Fine Powder (USP Grade)
Fine Powder USP
Fine Powder USP Grade
Fine Powder, Cosmetic Grade
Fine Powder, Cosmetic Grade (MUST dissolve in heated water phase at 60-70°C with stirring; do NOT add to cool-down)
Fine Powder, USP Grade
Fine Powder, USP Grade (dissolve in heated water phase)
Fine White Crystalline Powder, synthetic
Fine White Powder
Fine White Powder (cosmetic grade); requires heated water 60-70°C for full dissolution
Fine White Powder (must dissolve in heated water at 60-70°C with stirring)
Standard
USP Grade Fine Powder
USP Grade Powder
Fine Crystalline Powder (cosmetic grade)
Fine crystalline powder, cosmetic grade, >98% purity
Fine Powder
Fine Powder (dissolve in heated water phase at 60-70°C with stirring)
Fine Powder (dissolve in heated water phase at 60-70°C)
Fine Powder (dissolve in heated water phase at 65-70°C with stirring)
Fine Powder (dissolve in heated water phase)
Fine Powder (pre-dispersed in cetyl dimethicone at 60°C)
Fine Powder (pre-dispersed in hydrogenated polyisobutene at 10% concentration for anhydrous solubility; use 3% of the 10% dispersion)
Fine Powder (requires dissolution in heated water at 60-70°C)
Fine Powder (USP Grade, plant-derived)
Fine Powder (USP Grade)
Fine Powder, Cosmetic Grade
Fine Powder, cosmetic grade (pre-dissolve in heated aqueous phase at 50°C for full solubility)
Fine Powder, dissolved in heated water phase at 65-70°C
Fine Powder, dissolved in heated water phase at 65°C
Fine Powder, pre-dispersed in Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride at 70°C
Fine Powder, USP Grade
Fine Powder, USP Grade (dissolve in heated water phase at 60-70°C)
Fine powder, USP grade (pre-dispersed in warm carrier during processing)
Fine Powder; MUST dissolve in heated water phase at 60-70°C with stirring — insoluble below 40°C
Fine white crystalline powder, dissolved in heated water phase at 65-70°C
Fine White Powder
Fine White Powder (dissolve in warm water phase)
Fine White Powder, dissolved in heated water phase at 60-70°C with stirring (requires heat for full dissolution)
Fine White Powder, USP Grade (dissolve in heated water phase at 70°C)
Powder, pre-dissolved in warm water or glycerin slurry before addition
Synthetic, USP grade, white crystalline powder; dissolve in water phase at 60°C
Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Allantoin
- Common Name
- Allantoin
- CAS Number
- 97-59-6
- Category
- actives