What is it?
Allantoin is a ureide and is thefinal product of uric acid oxidation: it is found in the leaves of Symphytum officinale, the bark of Aesculus hippocastanum, the leaves of Coffea arabica, and in soybean seeds, Glycine max. In cosmetic products, it is already effective at a concentration of 0.5%.
What is it used for?
Allantoin is one of the most widely used ingredients in cosmetic products, thanks to the beneficial effects this substance delivers to the Skin:
- It provides idratazione e consistenza the Skin, reduces and prevents the appearance of wrinkles.
- It gives the skin a fresh, youthful look because it facilitates collagen synthesis, in addition to healing lesions, wounds and scars.
- It supports cell turnover.
- It prevents the loss of moisture in the Skin and helps the Skin stay smooth and soft.
- It protects cracked, dry, sun-damaged Skin.
- It fights and reduces the production of free radicals.