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Product Description
- Appearance: Fine, white crystalline powder.
- Solubility: Fully water-soluble (creates a crystal-clear solution).
- pH Stability: Extremely stable over a wide pH range of 3.0 to 7.0 (up to 9.0).
- Temperature Stability: Heat stable; can tolerate temperatures up to 80°C but is ideally added to the aqueous or cool-down phase (<40°C).
- Recommended Usage Rate: 0.1% – 2.0% for standard daily skincare (up to 5.0% for intensive barrier-care formulations).
- Synergistic Compatibility: Pairs exceptionally well with Hyaluronic Acid (for dual-depth plumping), Niacinamide (for oil and barrier management), and Ceramides.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ectoine?
Ectoine is an extremolyte, a molecule first found in microorganisms that survive harsh, salty desert conditions. In skincare it binds water around the skin's surface, helping to hold moisture and protect the skin from environmental stress such as pollution.
How do I use Ectoine powder in a formula?
It is a fine white crystalline powder that dissolves fully in water to a clear solution. Add it to the water phase or at cool-down; it is stable across a wide pH range and is typically used at low levels.
What does Ectoine pair well with?
It works well with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and ceramides, and is a popular choice for soothing formulas aimed at red, reactive or sensitive skin. The full specification is available on request.
What pack sizes are available?
From 250 g up to 1 kg, all priced online.
Specifications
| INCI Name | Ectoin |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | India |
| Appearance | Powder, cream to off white. |
| Function | Skin conditioning, Skin protecting, Soothing, Humectant |
| Applications | Serums for sensitive skin, Daily moisturisers, Anti-pollution skincare, Toners and essences, Eye creams |
| Dietary & Ethics | Vegan · Cruelty free · Gluten free |
Full specification & documents
Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.
Delivery & Returns
Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.
Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).
For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.
For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.
Product Description
- Appearance: Fine, white crystalline powder.
- Solubility: Fully water-soluble (creates a crystal-clear solution).
- pH Stability: Extremely stable over a wide pH range of 3.0 to 7.0 (up to 9.0).
- Temperature Stability: Heat stable; can tolerate temperatures up to 80°C but is ideally added to the aqueous or cool-down phase (<40°C).
- Recommended Usage Rate: 0.1% – 2.0% for standard daily skincare (up to 5.0% for intensive barrier-care formulations).
- Synergistic Compatibility: Pairs exceptionally well with Hyaluronic Acid (for dual-depth plumping), Niacinamide (for oil and barrier management), and Ceramides.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ectoine?
Ectoine is an extremolyte, a molecule first found in microorganisms that survive harsh, salty desert conditions. In skincare it binds water around the skin's surface, helping to hold moisture and protect the skin from environmental stress such as pollution.
How do I use Ectoine powder in a formula?
It is a fine white crystalline powder that dissolves fully in water to a clear solution. Add it to the water phase or at cool-down; it is stable across a wide pH range and is typically used at low levels.
What does Ectoine pair well with?
It works well with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and ceramides, and is a popular choice for soothing formulas aimed at red, reactive or sensitive skin. The full specification is available on request.
What pack sizes are available?
From 250 g up to 1 kg, all priced online.
Specifications
| INCI Name | Ectoin |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | India |
| Appearance | Powder, cream to off white. |
| Function | Skin conditioning, Skin protecting, Soothing, Humectant |
| Applications | Serums for sensitive skin, Daily moisturisers, Anti-pollution skincare, Toners and essences, Eye creams |
| Dietary & Ethics | Vegan · Cruelty free · Gluten free |
Full specification & documents
Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.
Delivery & Returns
Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.
Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).
For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.
For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.
