Allantoin Uses & Benefits For Daily Skincare

Monderma

Oliver Belcher

22 Jun 2025

Calms irritation and dryness
Supports moisture retention
Gently smooths skin texture
Helps improve scar comfort
Skincare insight from Monderma

Allantoin offers gentle support for dry or sensitive skin, helping ease discomfort and promoting smoother texture through its softening and calming properties [1,2].

In this article we outline its benefits, explore how it supports healing and scar care, and summarise how it can fit into a simple, effective routine.

What Is Allantoin?

Allantoin is found in plants such as comfrey and chamomile, and modern formulations use a purified form that supports comfort and renewal while remaining easy to tolerate [1].

Allantoin softens dead skin cells, helps ease irritation, and supports tissue repair, making it suitable for dry, sensitive, or inflamed skin [1].

Key Benefits & Skin Effects

Benefit	Insight
Soothing effect	Helps reduce redness and irritation [2]
Hydration support	Attracts moisture and reduces water loss [1]
Healing assistance	Supports tissue repair and renewal [3]
Gentle exfoliation	Softens surface cells for smoother texture [1]
Scar appearance comfort	Helps support collagen and cell turnover [4]

Table 1: Core benefits of allantoin for skin

Allantoin & Scar Comfort

Allantoin may support scar care through improved hydration, gentle exfoliation, and enhanced cell renewal. Evidence suggests it can help soften texture and improve comfort during healing [3,4].

Regular use of gels or creams supports gradual improvement. Formulas combining allantoin with allium cepa may offer additional support, although results vary and develop slowly [4].

Safety & Considerations

Allantoin is considered suitable for most skin types with a low risk of irritation when used within common concentrations [1]. Patch testing is advisable when trying any new ingredient.

Conclusion

Allantoin can soothe and comfort dry or irritated skin, but more complex concerns like acne, ageing, hyperpigmentation, or rosacea often require personalised approaches. Monderma’s prescription skincare uses ingredients such as azelaic acid, adapalene, and niacinamide to support renewal and maintain balanced skin.

If you would like personalised skincare designed to strengthen long term skin resilience, you can explore a tailored formula through Monderma.

Content is for informational purposes only. Monderma treatments are prescribed following consultation. Results and timeframes can vary. Use as directed by your prescriber.