allantoin

Allantoin is of both plant and animal origin. It is found in high concentrations in comfrey, for example, but also in rice, cauliflower and wheat seedlings. It is found in humans and animals as a breakdown product of uric acid.

It is widely used in cosmetics. In deodorants it prevents perspiration, as an antioxidant it is found in anti-aging products with cell-renewing properties. Allantoin has a fast healing property on cells during their construction, formation and regeneration.