ALLANTOIN PABA

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Allantoin is an ingredient used primarily to soothe and repair the skin. It has moisturizing properties and promotes healing, making it an excellent choice for sensitive or irritated skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, allantoin is generally safe for all skin types.

✨ Vegan: Yes, allantoin can be of synthetic or plant origin, and therefore compatible with vegan formulas.

✨ Good to know: It's often recommended for skin prone to irritation, as it helps reduce redness and calm the skin.

Found in: It is frequently found in moisturizers, aftershave products and skin care products to soothe the skin after sun exposure.

PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) is often used as a UV filter, but has fallen into disuse due to possible allergic reactions. Here's its sheet:

✨ Role: PABA is used to protect the skin from UV damage as a sunscreen.

Ingredient type: UV filter

‍⚕️ Safety: It is less used due to possible allergy and irritation risks.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic.

✨ Worth knowing: The use of PABA has declined due to its allergenic potential, and it is often replaced by other, safer and better-tolerated UV filters.

Present in: Mainly in sunscreens and sometimes in hair care products to protect against sun damage.

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