Allantoin: Anti-Irritant, Skin-Protecting Properties; Widely-Featured In Leading Skincare, Beauty And Cosmetic Brands

Allantoin is a white, odorless crystalline powder and, at specific use levels, 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.

Select FDA approved applications include minor cuts, scrapes, burns, sunburn, fever blisters, nappy rash and chaffed, chapped, cracked or wind burned skin and lips. It is widely-recognized in the industry as a skin protectant and is often used in creams, lotions, lip products, shaving creams, suntan products and baby products. It is also utilized in various oral care products such as toothpaste and mouth rinses.

Please note the information provided here is for general consumer education and informational purposes only and is meant to offer standard, industry-accepted background on the natural properties of the widely-recognized Allantoin ingredient.