Allantoin USP has been classified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Over-The-Counter (OTC) Topical Analgesic review Panel as a Category I (safe and effective) active ingredient skin protectant.
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Form: White, odorless crystalline powder Use level: 0.5 - 2.0%
Primary Chemistry: Allantoin
Features & Benefits
Skin and oral mucosa protectant Skin conditioning agent Promotes healthy skin Soothes skin Gives temporary protection to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns Helps relieve symptoms of dryness Long history of use in cosmetics, over-the-counter topical and oral care products Active ingredient in drug products when used according to the U.S. FDA monograph Meets current US Pharmacopeia (USP) and European Pharmacopeia (EP) monographs Complies with ICH Q7 Good Manufacturing Practices for Active Pharmaceutical ingredients Vegan suitable
Problems Solved
Dry, burned, and irritated skin
Applications
Ideal applications include creams, lotions, lip products, shaving creams, suntan products and baby products. It can also be used in various oral products such as toothpaste and mouth rinses. FDA approved applications include minor cuts, scrapes, burns, sunburn, fever blisters, and chaffed, chapped, cracked or wind burned skin and lips.
Not only is acne the most common skin condition in the U.S. but with the new standard of regular mask-wearing comes a surge of “maskne”. The friction from the mask with the moist environment causes pores to become clogged, resulting in breakouts and blemishes.