Description

Ectoin is a very safe, single molecule substance with outstanding cell protection, anti-inflammatory properties, moisturizing agent, powerful anti-aging & anti-pollution efficacy. It is an active ingredient with various cell-protecting functions. It is a small molecule derivative from amino acid.

• It is an amino acid belonging to the group of extremolytes and is a powerful stress-protection molecule.
• The multifunctional active creates a hydro complex to shield the skin to stop and prevent cell damage.
• It improves scalp condition & hair follicles and can boost skin’s self-defense and offers wrinkle improvement, smoothness, long-term hydration up to 7 days and improvement of skin roughness and scaling.
• It is animal-, GMO-, allergens-, sweeteners-, flavors-, colors-, antibiotics-, preservatives-, hormones-, steroidal products-, dioxine-, 1,4-dioxane-, gluten-, metal catalysts-free grade.
• It provides skin barrier repair & reinforcement and inflammation reduction.
• It protects skin from stress factors and UVA / UVB, IR-A and visible lights.
• It soothes and reduces the redness of irritated skin and is recommended for day & night formulations, sun & after-sun care and derma cosmetics.
• It is suitable for sensitive and allergic skin.
• Ectoine is used in toner, serum, sunscreen, moisturizer and skincare products, especially for dry and sensitive skin.
• It provides moisturizing and skin-repairing benefits.
• It has an extremely strong hydration retention capacity and is the best known natural osmoprotectant for water retention.
• It promotes skin tissue regeneration, strengthens the skin barrier function and improves the skin’s ability to resist adverse environmental conditions.
• It is designed for use in baby-, oral- & hair care and color cosmetics.
  

  CAS Number	96702-03-3
  Chemical Composition:	(4S)-2-Methyl-1,4,5,6-Tetra-Hydropyrimidine-4-Carboxylic Acid
  INCI	Ectoin
  Origin / Nature	Biotechnology & Fermentation | Amino-acids
  Bio Based	Yes
  Usage Level	0.3-2%
  Color	White
  EC Number	431-910-1
  Appearance	Powder, crystalline

  Ectoine