{"product_id":"allantoin","title":"Allantoin Powder – Cosmetic Grade","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Skin Soother Every Formula Needs — Gentle, Proven, Versatile\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are very few cosmetic actives that work across every skin type, every formula type, and every concern. \u003cstrong\u003eAllantoin\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of them. Whether you’re formulating for sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, post-procedure recovery, or everyday hydration — allantoin belongs in your formula. It’s the quiet workhorse that makes everything feel better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrusted by cosmetic chemists for decades, backed by extensive safety data, and loved by customers who don’t even know it’s there — because their skin just feels \u003cem\u003egood\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Allantoin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Beginners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allantoin is a naturally occurring compound found in the comfrey plant (\u003cem\u003eSymphytum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e), as well as in wheat sprouts and sugar beets. In cosmetics, it’s used as a skin-soothing, healing, and softening active. It’s one of the safest and most well-studied ingredients in the industry — approved for use in over-the-counter skin protectant products by the FDA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Experts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allantoin (5-ureidohydantoin) is a diureide of glyoxylic acid. It functions as a keratolytic agent at higher concentrations, promoting desquamation and cell renewal, while at standard cosmetic usage rates (0.1–2%) it acts primarily as a skin protectant, anti-irritant, and moisturizing agent. It is amphoteric, non-ionic in behaviour at physiological pH, and compatible with a wide range of cosmetic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINCI: \u003cstrong\u003eAllantoin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Does For Skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eSoothes irritation and redness\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most effective anti-irritant actives available; calms reactive, sensitive, and inflamed skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eAccelerates skin healing\u003c\/strong\u003e — promotes cell proliferation and tissue repair; ideal for post-procedure, post-shave, and wound-adjacent formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eSoftens and smooths\u003c\/strong\u003e — keratolytic action at higher concentrations helps loosen and remove dead skin cells for a smoother texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eBoosts moisture retention\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps skin hold onto water, improving hydration and suppleness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eReduces sensitivity to other actives\u003c\/strong\u003e — commonly used to buffer the irritation potential of retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, and vitamin C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eSafe for all skin types\u003c\/strong\u003e — including sensitive, acne-prone, eczema-prone, and post-procedure skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllantoin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e97-59-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite crystalline powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly soluble in cold water; more soluble in hot water (dissolves well at 70–80°C); slightly soluble in ethanol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 – 2% (standard cosmetic use); up to 2% for OTC skin protectant claims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDissolve in hot water phase (70–80°C) before adding to formula; can also be pre-dispersed in glycerin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH 3 – 8 (stable across a wide pH range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIonic Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-ionic — compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3+ years when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisturizers, serums, toners, cleansers, shaving products, after-sun, baby care, acne treatments, post-procedure formulas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormulator Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eDissolve in hot water\u003c\/strong\u003e (70–80°C) for best results — allantoin has limited cold-water solubility and can leave undissolved particles if added to cool water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Alternatively, \u003cstrong\u003epre-disperse in glycerin\u003c\/strong\u003e before adding to your water phase for easier incorporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eUse at 0.2–0.5%\u003c\/strong\u003e for general soothing and anti-irritant benefits; increase to 1–2% for more pronounced healing and keratolytic effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Excellent as a \u003cstrong\u003ebuffer ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, and vitamin C to reduce irritation potential without compromising efficacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Stable across a wide pH range — works in both acidic exfoliant formulas and alkaline cleansers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Non-ionic and compatible with virtually all cosmetic systems — one of the easiest actives to formulate with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eAlways include a broad-spectrum preservative\u003c\/strong\u003e in any water-containing formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Ingredient Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllantoin is one of the most compatible actives in cosmetic formulation. It pairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/d-panthenol-provitamin-b5-cosmetic-grade\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — the ultimate skin-healing and soothing duo; synergistic barrier repair and moisture retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/hyaluronic-acid-powder-lmw-low-molecular-weight\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder LMW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — layered hydration for serums and moisturizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/niacinamide-vitamin-b3-powder\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide Vitamin B3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — barrier support, brightening, and anti-inflammatory synergy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/80-beta-glucan-powder\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta Glucan Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — powerful soothing and barrier-repair combination for sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/malic-acid-aha-exfoliating-acid\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalic Acid (AHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — allantoin buffers AHA irritation while maintaining exfoliant efficacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/snail-mucin-powder\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnail Mucin Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — skin regeneration and healing synergy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/ectoine-powder\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEctoine Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — extreme soothing and stress-protection for sensitive and reactive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/germall-plus-broad-spectrum-cosmetic-preservative\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermall Plus Preservative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — broad-spectrum preservation for water-based formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/geogard-221-preservative-cosmetic-grade\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeogard 221 Preservative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — natural-origin preservation option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested Formulas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll water-containing formulas must include a broad-spectrum preservative system appropriate for your formula’s pH and application. Always validate preservation efficacy with a Challenge Test before commercializing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCalming Sensitive Skin Serum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllantoin — 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/d-panthenol-provitamin-b5-cosmetic-grade\"\u003eD-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)\u003c\/a\u003e — 2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/hyaluronic-acid-powder-lmw-low-molecular-weight\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder LMW\u003c\/a\u003e — 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/niacinamide-vitamin-b3-powder\"\u003eNiacinamide Vitamin B3\u003c\/a\u003e — 5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/80-beta-glucan-powder\"\u003eBeta Glucan Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlycerin — 5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/germall-plus-broad-spectrum-cosmetic-preservative\"\u003eGermall Plus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/geogard-221-preservative-cosmetic-grade\"\u003eGeogard 221\u003c\/a\u003e — at supplier recommended usage rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater — to 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePost-Procedure Recovery Cream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllantoin — 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/d-panthenol-provitamin-b5-cosmetic-grade\"\u003eD-Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)\u003c\/a\u003e — 3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/snail-mucin-powder\"\u003eSnail Mucin Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — 2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/ectoine-powder\"\u003eEctoine Powder\u003c\/a\u003e — 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShea Butter — 5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCetyl Alcohol — 3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmulsifier (e.g. Olivem 1000 or BTMS-50) — 5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/germall-plus-broad-spectrum-cosmetic-preservative\"\u003eGermall Plus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/geogard-221-preservative-cosmetic-grade\"\u003eGeogard 221\u003c\/a\u003e — at supplier recommended usage rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater — to 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🪥 Soothing AHA Toner (with Irritation Buffer)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllantoin — 0.3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/malic-acid-aha-exfoliating-acid\"\u003eMalic Acid (AHA)\u003c\/a\u003e — 5% (adjust pH to 3.5–4.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/niacinamide-vitamin-b3-powder\"\u003eNiacinamide Vitamin B3\u003c\/a\u003e — 3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlycerin — 3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/germall-plus-broad-spectrum-cosmetic-preservative\"\u003eGermall Plus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/geogard-221-preservative-cosmetic-grade\"\u003eGeogard 221\u003c\/a\u003e — at supplier recommended usage rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater — to 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllantoin Powder is ideal for formulators creating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin serums, moisturizers, and toners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-procedure and wound-adjacent recovery products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcne treatments and blemish-calming formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-shave and after-wax products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby care and eczema-prone skin formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAHA\/BHA exfoliant formulas (as an irritation buffer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-sun and environmental stress recovery products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Formulate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛒 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/allantoin-powder\"\u003eShop Allantoin Powder →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso explore our \u003ca href=\"\/de\/collections\/all\"\u003efull catalogue of cosmetic actives\u003c\/a\u003e — all sourced and stocked in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold as a cosmetic raw material for professional formulation use. Not intended for direct skin application without a finished formula. Always conduct appropriate safety and stability testing, including preservative efficacy testing, before commercializing finished products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PureActivesCo","offers":[{"title":"50 g","offer_id":43782731104355,"sku":"PAC-ALLANTOIN-50G","price":2.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 g","offer_id":43782731137123,"sku":"PAC-ALLANTOIN-100G","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"200 g","offer_id":43782731169891,"sku":"PAC-ALLANTOIN-200G","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":44224656048227,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 g","offer_id":44224656080995,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/4154\/4291\/files\/ALLANTOIN.png?v=1761072339","url":"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/de\/products\/allantoin","provider":"PURE ACTIVES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}