- Primary category
- Personal Care & Cosmetics Ingredients
- Product Family
- Cosmetic Active Ingredients
Product overview
Ectoin is a cyclic amino-acid derivative used as a high-value osmolyte active in sensitive-skin, moisturization, barrier-support and environmental-stress formulations. Evaluation should include purity, residual solvents, microbiological limits, solubility, recommended use level and the documentation required by the destination market.
Function & Usage
- Soothe, Moisturize & Improve Skin Feel
Supports soothing, moisturization, repair or sensorial improvement according to the selected cosmetic ingredient. Typical uses: Sensitive-skin formulations, Moisturizing and barrier-support care, After-sun and environmental-stress care.
- Support the Skin Barrier & Hydration
Supports barrier integrity, hydration or water retention according to the selected cosmetic active and delivery system. Typical uses: Sensitive-skin formulations, Moisturizing and barrier-support care, After-sun and environmental-stress care.
- Build Antioxidant & Skin-Renewal Care
Supports antioxidant protection or renewal-oriented skin care according to the selected active, stabilization system and compliant use level. Typical uses: Sensitive-skin formulations, Moisturizing and barrier-support care, After-sun and environmental-stress care.
Product information
- Applications:
- Sensitive-skin formulations, Moisturizing and barrier-support care, After-sun and environmental-stress care
- Hazard / Transport:
- Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture in the cited Ectoine reference SDS. Avoid dust generation and confirm the current grade-specific SDS and destination-market requirements.
- Storage:
- Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture, heat, direct sunlight and contamination.