ALLANTOIN
Allantoin acts as a stimulant by proliferating cells in repairing tissue, healing wounds. It is topically used as a moisturizer for dry, itchy, rough scaly skin. This moisturizing property has led to its application in cosmetics like lotions, creams, lipsticks, and other dermatological preparations.
Category: Actives - APIs
Sector 1:PHARMACEUTICAL
Sector 2:COSMETIC
CAS - Nr:97-59-6
Alternate Name: 2,5-Dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl
Health Benefits: Dermatological Preparation, Keratolytic, Moisturizer
Supporting Link(s):
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/allantoin#section=Therapeutic-Uses