Allantoin

Allantoin improves the aesthetic appearance of healing wounds. It suits both dry skin and oily skin best, and it comes in creams, serums, cleansers, and toners. It fits into a routine because it works well with glycolic acid, AHA blend glycolic and citric acids, and salicylic acid.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 2020
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Popular allantoin products
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COSRX
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
€23.90
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Aestura
Atobarrier 365 Cream
€31.00
- Mederma Advanced Scar Gel
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First Aid Beauty
Ultra Repair Cream
€79.97
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COSRX
Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
€13.50
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COSRX
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
€23.90
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The Ordinary
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
€13.02
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Anua
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
€31.00
Allantoin creams
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COSRX
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
€23.90
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Aestura
Atobarrier 365 Cream
€31.00
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First Aid Beauty
Ultra Repair Cream
€79.97
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COSRX
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
€23.90
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The Ordinary
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
€13.02
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COSRX
Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream
€9.99
- Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer
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COSRX
Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream
€17.99
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Torriden
Dive-In Soothing Cream
€14.99
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COSRX
Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
€23.90
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The Ordinary
Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan
€11.52
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iUNIK
Centella Calming Gel Cream
€28.00
What reviewers say about popular allantoin products
The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular allantoin product on Lovi.
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Deep hydration ★4.6 · 140.0k+ reviews
- Glow and texture
- Soothing and calming
- “skin drinks it up”
Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream Long-lasting hydration ★4.7 · 3.0k+ reviews
- Soothing for sensitive
- Non-greasy finish
- “Skin still plump the next morning”
Mederma Advanced Scar Gel Improves skin texture ★4.3 · 2.7k+ reviews
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense hydration ★4.7 · 7.0k+ reviews
- Texture and absorption
- Soothing and calming
- “Game changer for dry skin”
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser Effective acne control ★4.5 · 15.0k+ reviews
- Gentle & non-stripping
- Drying for dry skin
- “cleared up my spots”
COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum Lightweight & fast-absorbing ★4.7 · 5.4k+ reviews
- Hydrating & plumping
- Improves skin texture
- “non-sticky finish”
Allantoin serums
- Mederma Advanced Scar Gel
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Anua
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
€31.00
- COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream
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SkinCeuticals
Discoloration Defense Serum
€119.99
- Peach Slices Redness Relief Azelaic Acid Serum
- Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum
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SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Probio-cica Intensive Ampoule
€15.46
- RoC Derm Correxion Fill + Treat Serum
- COSRX The Niacinamide 15 Serum
- NATURIUM Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10%
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Anua
NANO RETINOL™ 0.3% + NIACIN RENEWING SERUM
€25.99
- Proactiv Repairing Treatment
Allantoin cleansers
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COSRX
Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
€13.50
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ROUND LAB
1025 Dokdo Cleanser
€9.40
- BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser
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The INKEY List
Salicylic Acid Cleanser
€6.80
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Etude
Soon Jung pH 6.5 Whip Cleanser
€21.74
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First Aid Beauty
Pure Skin Face Cleanser
€54.36
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SkinCeuticals
Gentle Cleanser
€72.22
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beplain
Mung Bean Cleansing Oil
€29.00
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beplain
Mung Bean pH-Balanced Cleansing Foam
€31.08
- Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser
- Dr. Sam's Flawless Cleanser
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COSRX
Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water
€8.60
Allantoin toners
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The Ordinary
Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner
€14.26
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ROUND LAB
1025 Dokdo Toner
€12.47
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MEDIHEAL
Madecassoside Blemish Pad
€33.99
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Beauty of Joseon
Ginseng Essence Water
€11.07
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EQQUALBERRY
Swimming Pool Toner
€20.99
- BYOMA Balancing Face Mist
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celimax
Dual Barrier Creamy Toner
€16.95
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Isntree
Green Tea Fresh Toner
€13.92
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Pixi
Hydrating Milky Mist
€16.50
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COSRX
Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner
€16.50
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NEEDLY
Daily Toner Pad
€25.24
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Kiehl's
Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner
€39.90
Allantoin exfoliators
- Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder
- Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Serum
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Paula's Choice
Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA
€39.00
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Beauty of Joseon
Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
€8.58
- Peter Thomas Roth Max Complexion Correction Pads
- Curology Liquid Pore Exfoliant
- AMOREPACIFIC Treatment Enzyme Peel
- Aveeno Calm + Restore Nourishing PHA Exfoliator
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Paula's Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant
€39.00
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COSRX
Two In One Poreless Power Liquid
€29.50
- Murad Daily Clarifying Peel
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Dr. Ceuracle
Pro Balance Morning Enzyme Wash
€33.50
Allantoin eye creams
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Good Molecules
Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel
€13.86
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grace & stella
Under Eye Mask
€18.03
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COSRX
Advanced Snail Hydrogel Eye Patch
€25.00
- Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels
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Goodal
Green Tangerine Vita C Eye Gel Patch
€30.80
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Dr. Jart+
Ceramidin Eye Cream
€35.50
- #ootd Intensive Eye Serum
- La Prairie Essence of Skin Caviar Eye Complex
- Hero Mighty Patch for Tired Eyes
- Petitfee Black Pearl & Gold Hydrogel Eye Patch
- Erno Laszlo Multi-Task Eye Serum Mask
Allantoin masks
- Vitamasques Lip Mask
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Torriden
DIVE-IN Mask
€6.00
- COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask
- Elemis Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask
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Abib
Rice Probiotics Overnight Mask
€14.99
- Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask
- Starface Lift Off Pore Strips
- Esfolio Red Ginseng Essence Mask Sheet
- Aceology Lifting Treatment Mask
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Anua
Heartleaf 77% Soothing Sheet Mask
€24.00
- Torriden Balanceful Cica Mask
- SNP Cicaronic Daily Mask
What to combine allantoin with
| Ingredient | Together | How to use them |
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| Works well | Use them together by applying glycolic acid first and allantoin right after, because allantoin helps calm any redness from the acid. Allantoin and glycolic acid | |
| Works well | Use them together by applying allantoin after your AHA blend, because allantoin helps calm any irritation caused by the acid. Allantoin and aha blend glycolic and citric acids | |
| Works well | Use them together by applying salicylic acid first, followed by allantoin, because it helps calm down any dryness from the exfoliation. Allantoin and salicylic acid | |
| Works well | Use them together by applying lactic acid first and then allantoin, because allantoin calms down the irritation caused by the acid. Allantoin and lactic acid | |
| Works well | Use them together by applying mandelic acid first and then allantoin, to help soothe your skin. Allantoin and mandelic acid | |
| Works well | Use them together by applying the citric acid first and the allantoin right after, because it helps calm down any stinging. Allantoin and citric acid | |
| Works well | Use them together in the same routine, applying the allantoin first and following with the ceramide complex to soothe and protect dry skin. Allantoin and tri-ceramide complex |
From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app.
Questions and answers
What does allantoin do for the skin?
Allantoin helps soothe your skin and may improve the healing of minor wounds. It is unlikely to cause irritation and is often used to calm redness or dryness from other skincare ingredients.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
How do you use allantoin?
You can use allantoin safely in your routine by applying it after exfoliating acids like glycolic, lactic, mandelic, or salicylic acid, because it helps calm redness, irritation, or dryness. You can also use it alongside a tri-ceramide complex by applying the allantoin first and following with the ceramides to soothe and protect dry skin.
Should you use allantoin in the morning or at night?
Allantoin does not have a set time of day for use, so you can apply it in either the morning or at night depending on your routine. It works well with acids, helping to calm any redness or irritation they may cause.
Can you use allantoin every day?
Yes, you can use allantoin every day to help soothe and protect your skin.
Does allantoin cause purging or irritation?
Allantoin is unlikely to cause purging or irritation because it is a gentle ingredient that helps soothe and calm sensitive skin.
Which skin types is allantoin best for?
Allantoin is best for all skin types, including dry, oily, combination, sensitive, acne-prone, and mature skin. For dry skin, top-rated products include ma:nyo Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner, Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen, and BOH Panthenol Cica Barrier Cream Mist, which all achieve a Superior fit rating on Lovi.
Can you use allantoin with glycolic acid?
Yes, you can use allantoin with glycolic acid together in your routine by applying glycolic acid first and allantoin right after, because allantoin helps calm any redness from the acid.
Research on allantoin
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