Allantoin

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Allantoin is a substance that occurs naturally in, among other things, the rhizome of comfrey (Symphytum officinale), the dried rhizome of this plant contains around 0.7-1% allantoin.

Comfrey has long been used as a medicinal herb, applied externally it is said to promote the healing of wounds. There is, however, little scientific evidence for this. Because cosmetics are not about proof, but about the belief that users attach to the action of certain ingredients, it has been used in cosmetics for many decades. For that reason it is nowadays made synthetically, extraction from natural source would make it way too expensive.

Effects attributed to allantoin include the following:
- Make the skin look healthy
- Heals wounds
- Soothes the skin
- Inhibits sweat production
- Prevents irritation
A usual dose is around 0.2%, but a little more is usually no problem.

The INCI name of allantoin is Allantoin.

Dry, so DO NOT refrigerate. Store in a cool, dark place in a well-closed container. Keep out of reach of children.