Allantoin Powder
Allantoin Powder
Allantoin Powder (Cosmetic Ingredient)
Our Allantoin Powder is a fine white cosmetic powder that makers add to the water phase of creams, lotions, toners and other skin and body products. It is a skin-conditioning ingredient with a soft, soothing feel that formulators like for products aimed at dry, sensitive or easily irritated skin.
Allantoin occurs naturally in plants such as comfrey, and cosmetic-grade allantoin is typically made by synthesis as a nature-identical ingredient. It is used at low levels, so a small pack goes a long way.
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Skin-conditioning Soft, soothing feel in the finished product |
Low use rate Typically 0.1–0.5% |
Water phase Dissolves best in warm water |
50 g to 500 g Four pack sizes |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Keep out of reach of children and keep away from the eyes. Avoid breathing in the dust. Do a patch test on any finished product before first use. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Allantoin Powder |
| INCI | Allantoin |
| Chemical name / CAS | Allantoin (5-ureidohydantoin), CAS 97-59-6 |
| Formula | C4H6N4O3 |
| Appearance | Fine white crystalline powder |
| Odour | Odourless to very faint |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in cold water; dissolves best in warm water. Above about 0.5% it may stay cloudy at room temperature |
| Typical use level | 0.1–0.5% in most products; up to about 2% in some formulas |
| Working pH | Stable in roughly pH 3–8 |
| Suitable for | Creams, lotions, serums, toners, cleansers, bath and shower products, after-shave and after-sun products |
| Not suitable for | Internal use |
| Pack Sizes | 50 g, 100 g, 200 g, 500 g |
| Storage | Sealed, cool and dry, away from direct sunlight |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker’s responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Creams and lotions | Add to the heated water phase at 0.1–0.5% for a soft, soothing skin feel |
| Toners and facial mists | Dissolve in warm water, cool, then add the other ingredients |
| After-shave and after-sun products | A gentle, comforting ingredient for products used on freshly shaved or sun-exposed skin |
| Cleansers, body wash and bath products | Adds a softer feel to wash-off products |
| Products for sensitive skin | Often chosen by formulators making gentle, simple products |
| Lip and hand care | Can be dispersed in the water phase of lotions and creams for dry, rough hands |
How to Add Allantoin to a Cream or Lotion
- Weigh. Weigh the allantoin on a small scale. Most recipes need only a gram or two.
- Heat the water phase. Warm your water or hydrosol to about 60–70 °C.
- Dissolve. Stir in the allantoin until the water is clear. Keep stirring or use a small whisk.
- Emulsify. Combine with your oil phase and emulsify as usual (see the pairs list for emulsifiers).
- Cool and finish. Add heat-sensitive ingredients and your preservative at the temperature your preservative supplier recommends.
Tip: Do not add allantoin straight to a cooled mixture, as it will not dissolve and can leave a gritty texture.
Usage Rates & Starting Points ▼
These are common starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Product | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cream or lotion | 0.1–0.5% | Add to the heated water phase. |
| Toner or mist | 0.1–0.3% | Warm the water to dissolve, then cool. |
| Wash-off products | 0.1–0.3% | Dissolve in warm water before adding surfactants. |
| Maximum in most formulas | Up to about 2% | Higher levels may stay cloudy unless the formula is kept warm. |
Start low. More is not always better, and very high levels can recrystallise as the product cools.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Gritty or cloudy product | Allantoin did not dissolve | Dissolve it fully in warm water (60–70 °C) first. Keep the level at or below 0.5% for a clear result. |
| White specks as the product cools | Too much allantoin for the water available | Reduce the level, or increase the amount of water phase. |
| Thin product | Allantoin does not thicken | Use a thickener such as xanthan gum or a carbomer. |
| Cloudy toner | Added cold | Warm the water, dissolve the allantoin, then cool before adding other ingredients. |
Safety & Handling ▼
This product is a cosmetic raw material for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children and keep it away from the eyes. Fine powders can irritate the airways, so avoid creating dust clouds. Do a patch test on a finished product before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
What is allantoin?
A white, nature-identical cosmetic ingredient that is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient. It occurs naturally in some plants, such as comfrey.
How much do I use?
Typically 0.1–0.5% of the total formula. See the table above.
Does it dissolve in oil?
No. It belongs in the water phase of your product.
Can I use it in a lip balm or other water-free product?
Allantoin does not dissolve in oils or waxes, so it is not suited to water-free products.
Is it vegan?
Cosmetic allantoin is commonly made synthetically. Contact us if you need a statement for a particular claim.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| 50 g | $9.00 | $18.00 |
| 100 g | $17.00 | $17.00 |
| 200 g | $32.00 | $16.00 |
| 500 g | $65.00 | $13.00 |
Pairs Well With
Dissolve in a witch hazel or hydrosol toner base, or add to a lotion with vegetable glycerine and vegetable emulsifying wax. Pair with shea butter, sweet almond oil and natural vitamin E, thicken with xanthan gum, and scent with lavender essential oil. Browse all raw ingredients. |
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Allantoin Powder (Cosmetic Ingredient)
Our Allantoin Powder is a fine white cosmetic powder that makers add to the water phase of creams, lotions, toners and other skin and body products. It is a skin-conditioning ingredient with a soft, soothing feel that formulators like for products aimed at dry, sensitive or easily irritated skin.
Allantoin occurs naturally in plants such as comfrey, and cosmetic-grade allantoin is typically made by synthesis as a nature-identical ingredient. It is used at low levels, so a small pack goes a long way.
|
Skin-conditioning Soft, soothing feel in the finished product |
Low use rate Typically 0.1–0.5% |
Water phase Dissolves best in warm water |
50 g to 500 g Four pack sizes |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Keep out of reach of children and keep away from the eyes. Avoid breathing in the dust. Do a patch test on any finished product before first use. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Allantoin Powder |
| INCI | Allantoin |
| Chemical name / CAS | Allantoin (5-ureidohydantoin), CAS 97-59-6 |
| Formula | C4H6N4O3 |
| Appearance | Fine white crystalline powder |
| Odour | Odourless to very faint |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in cold water; dissolves best in warm water. Above about 0.5% it may stay cloudy at room temperature |
| Typical use level | 0.1–0.5% in most products; up to about 2% in some formulas |
| Working pH | Stable in roughly pH 3–8 |
| Suitable for | Creams, lotions, serums, toners, cleansers, bath and shower products, after-shave and after-sun products |
| Not suitable for | Internal use |
| Pack Sizes | 50 g, 100 g, 200 g, 500 g |
| Storage | Sealed, cool and dry, away from direct sunlight |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker’s responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Creams and lotions | Add to the heated water phase at 0.1–0.5% for a soft, soothing skin feel |
| Toners and facial mists | Dissolve in warm water, cool, then add the other ingredients |
| After-shave and after-sun products | A gentle, comforting ingredient for products used on freshly shaved or sun-exposed skin |
| Cleansers, body wash and bath products | Adds a softer feel to wash-off products |
| Products for sensitive skin | Often chosen by formulators making gentle, simple products |
| Lip and hand care | Can be dispersed in the water phase of lotions and creams for dry, rough hands |
How to Add Allantoin to a Cream or Lotion
- Weigh. Weigh the allantoin on a small scale. Most recipes need only a gram or two.
- Heat the water phase. Warm your water or hydrosol to about 60–70 °C.
- Dissolve. Stir in the allantoin until the water is clear. Keep stirring or use a small whisk.
- Emulsify. Combine with your oil phase and emulsify as usual (see the pairs list for emulsifiers).
- Cool and finish. Add heat-sensitive ingredients and your preservative at the temperature your preservative supplier recommends.
Tip: Do not add allantoin straight to a cooled mixture, as it will not dissolve and can leave a gritty texture.
Usage Rates & Starting Points ▼
These are common starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Product | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cream or lotion | 0.1–0.5% | Add to the heated water phase. |
| Toner or mist | 0.1–0.3% | Warm the water to dissolve, then cool. |
| Wash-off products | 0.1–0.3% | Dissolve in warm water before adding surfactants. |
| Maximum in most formulas | Up to about 2% | Higher levels may stay cloudy unless the formula is kept warm. |
Start low. More is not always better, and very high levels can recrystallise as the product cools.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Gritty or cloudy product | Allantoin did not dissolve | Dissolve it fully in warm water (60–70 °C) first. Keep the level at or below 0.5% for a clear result. |
| White specks as the product cools | Too much allantoin for the water available | Reduce the level, or increase the amount of water phase. |
| Thin product | Allantoin does not thicken | Use a thickener such as xanthan gum or a carbomer. |
| Cloudy toner | Added cold | Warm the water, dissolve the allantoin, then cool before adding other ingredients. |
Safety & Handling ▼
This product is a cosmetic raw material for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children and keep it away from the eyes. Fine powders can irritate the airways, so avoid creating dust clouds. Do a patch test on a finished product before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
What is allantoin?
A white, nature-identical cosmetic ingredient that is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient. It occurs naturally in some plants, such as comfrey.
How much do I use?
Typically 0.1–0.5% of the total formula. See the table above.
Does it dissolve in oil?
No. It belongs in the water phase of your product.
Can I use it in a lip balm or other water-free product?
Allantoin does not dissolve in oils or waxes, so it is not suited to water-free products.
Is it vegan?
Cosmetic allantoin is commonly made synthetically. Contact us if you need a statement for a particular claim.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| 50 g | $9.00 | $18.00 |
| 100 g | $17.00 | $17.00 |
| 200 g | $32.00 | $16.00 |
| 500 g | $65.00 | $13.00 |
Pairs Well With
Dissolve in a witch hazel or hydrosol toner base, or add to a lotion with vegetable glycerine and vegetable emulsifying wax. Pair with shea butter, sweet almond oil and natural vitamin E, thicken with xanthan gum, and scent with lavender essential oil. Browse all raw ingredients. |
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