What is Ectoin?
Skin conditioning
Ectoin is a skin conditioner that helps soften and smooth the surface.
This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Skin conditioning.
CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.
Which products feature it?
70 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
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Ectoin Cica Essence Toner
Key: Ectoin (#5 on the ingredient list · 1%), Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol
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Desert-like inner dryness, spec & cost-effectiveness surpassing ultra-sensitive direct purchasing!
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Key: Ectoin (#26 on the ingredient list · 0.1%), Niacinamide, Titanium Dioxide
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Peach-toned bare-face sun serum that protects skin with ectoin ingredient.
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SHUA IREH
Intensive Derma Balm
It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Ectoin (#8 on the ingredient list), Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Collagen
55 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better barrier support (supplier data) · calmer skin (supplier data) · better hydration (supplier data)
- Don't count on:
- firmer skin
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Dexpanthenol is converted into pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) when absorbed into the skin, preventing skin moisturization and irritation.
plausible, not testedEctoin, which can be extracted through natural microorganisms that survive in extreme high-temperature environments, protects the skin from external stress factors and helps soothe and care for the skin.
plausible, not testedAs a vitamin B complex ingredient and a derivative of pantothenic acid, it helps moisturize the skin, strengthens the moisture barrier, soothes sensitized skin, and helps with oil-moisture balance.
plausible, not tested500 Dalton (Da) or less is effective for skin absorption!
plausible, not testedDue to the Azulene ingredient, it initially takes on a blue tint, but over time a phenomenon occurs in which the color fades.
plausible, not testedDexpanthenol 5% Ectoin 5%
partly backedSkin barrier improvement clinical trial completed
partly backedItch relief clinical trial completed
partly backedSkin soothing improvement clinical trial completed
partly backedGerman Derma Excellent grade
partly backedIf you want a high-moisturizing, high-efficacy derma balm that soothes angry skin
partly backedContains Dexpanthenol 50,000ppm, Ectoin 50,000ppm
partly backedContains low-molecular 300 Dalton collagen peptide 300,000ppm
partly backedContains Azulene, excellent for soothing
partly backedContains 3 patented raw materials
partly backedContains a skin barrier patented ingredient in addition to a skin soothing improvement patented ingredient
partly backed4 clinical trials completed
partly backedFor collapsed barrier and angry skin soothing, Intensive Derma Balm
partly backedTransepidermal water loss improvement (skin barrier improvement)
partly backedImprovement in skin soothing due to external stimuli (physical)
partly backedRelief of itching due to skin dryness
partly backed86.90% improvement
partly backed55.32% improvement
partly backed26.62% improvement
partly backedObtained German Skin Science Research Institute Derma Test Excellent Grade
partly backedCheck the 3 patented raw materials contained in Intensive Derma Balm
partly backedKey raw material that helps with skin barrier improvement, soothing, and moisturization
partly backedIntensive Derma Balm did not use artificial fragrance, colorants, steroids, etc.
partly backedThis product has the original color of the raw materials without any separate colorant formulated.
partly backedIt is composed of mild ingredients, so you may use it daily.
partly backedIt is a mild product that has completed a low-irritation clinical trial, but
partly backedIt is an EWG Green grade product with mild ingredients and no fragrance formulated, and the scent is the inherent scent from the raw material extract.
partly backedEco-friendly packaging (FSC: Worldwide Forest Association certification)
partly backedSOY INK use (pollution-free soybean oil ink)
partly backedContains Dexpanthenol, not regular Panthenol!
no supporting source foundThe Intensive Derma Balm is a highly concentrated product containing only 100% Dexpanthenol.
no supporting source found80% higher absorption rate than animal collagen
no supporting source foundA soothing-specialized ingredient that yields only 2g when 1,000g of chamomile flowers are distilled
no supporting source foundSafe to use even on sensitive skin
no supporting source foundSensitive skin OK!! Extremely dry skin OK!!
no supporting source found87.78% improvement
no supporting source found79.20% improvement
no supporting source foundWith Intensive Derma Balm, healthy barrier care from the inside, layer by layer
no supporting source foundHydrolyzed collagen is characterized by being absorbed easily and quickly into the skin, and because of its high protein content, it helps maintain elastic and moist skin.
no supporting source foundAll ingredients EWG Green Grade
no supporting source foundSafe skincare that has obtained the official EWG certification mark
no supporting source foundNo use of restricted-use ingredients proposed by EWG
no supporting source foundProduct conforming to international cosmetic quality control standards
no supporting source foundProduct that has undergone thorough microbial testing
no supporting source foundWith a highly concentrated balm-type texture, it rolls on smoothly when applied to the skin and is absorbed quickly without stickiness.
no supporting source foundThere is no problem with efficacy and effect, so you may use it with confidence.
no supporting source foundGerman derma test completed, EWG Green grade (excluding Azulene), Hwahae 20 hazardous ingredients not added, fragrance-free, so you can use it with confidence.
no supporting source foundSuaire reduces unnecessary packaging and uses 100% recyclable cushioning materials.
no supporting source foundExtreme ingredients and amounts for skin efficacy
nothing specific to checkFormula using only safe ingredients
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마이크로핏 액티브 톤업패치 (Korean)This brand publishes no English name for this product. The name above is as printed in Korean.
Key: Ectoin (#9 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Adenosine
16 claims, summarized
- Don't count on:
- better hydration
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1) Tear open the individual packaging and take out one product at a time. 2) Attach to the desired area and press gently for 5 seconds. 3) Remove the patch after at least 4~10 hours.
backed by evidence* Limited to the characteristics of the raw material.
backed by evidence280μm uniform height
plausible, not tested4.5kgf high compressive strength
plausible, not testedThe key is precisely from 'spacing, not quantity'.
plausible, not testedClean region Jeonnam Goheung yuja extract 5,000ppm
partly backed920 high-quality microdots
partly backedLighten dark spots, brighten skin tone / Natural vita energy infused into the skin / Vita C Microfit Active Tone-up Patch
partly backedGoheung yuja, grown in the clean natural environment of Goheung, the best yuja-producing region, has 3 times higher vitamin content than lemon, helping with blemish improvement and whitening care.
overstatedThe polyphenols and minerals in fig extract, a naturally derived moisturizing ingredient, help care for smooth and radiant skin texture.
no supporting source found800μm optimal spacing
no supporting source foundPyuropiel's proprietary method that enhances absorption with high strength and precise spacing design.
no supporting source foundPyuropiel, a high-quality/functional cosmetics brand incorporating Medical Grade manufacturing/quality control know-how.
no supporting source foundPyuropiel | Vita C Microfit Active Tone-up Patch. Complete a clear and radiant skin tone with the vitality of vitamins. A tone-up solution that adheres without lifting with a microfit sheet for easy care anytime, anywhere. Add a glowing mood to your daily life with an MD-curated item.
nothing specific to checkThrough daily care, not a temporary improvement, but an experience of skin becoming clear on its own. We develop perfect and gentle skincare by meticulously incorporating pure natural ingredients and rigorous, scientific expertise.
nothing specific to checkVita C patch, tone-up patch, microfit, skin vitality, vitamin care, daily home care, adherence patch, Pyuropiel recommendation
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It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Ectoin (#10 on the ingredient list), Troxerutin, Niacinamide
5 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration (amount unknown) · calmer skin (amount unknown) · better barrier support (amount unknown)
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Physiogel Red Soothing Rosateca contains Troxerutin, discovered by comparing and analyzing approximately 400,000 or more ingredients using AI, along with skin soothing ingredient 'Ectoin' and skin moisture barrier care ingredient 'Zinc (zinc)', to fundamentally solve various types of skin irritation.
partly backedWe confirmed a 16.6% reduction in ultraviolet-induced redness, and proved a 4.7% reduction in heat-induced redness in menopausal women, presenting a broad redness care solution.
overstatedFirst sign of sensitive skin, redness! Redness-suppressing serum.
overstatedIn addition, we confirmed comprehensive improvement effects for tired skin, including 81.2% improvement in damaged skin barrier, 73% reduction in skin sensitivity, and 38.8% reduction in blemish marks.
no supporting source foundRed Soothing Rosateca is a follow-up line that inherits the sensitive skin research achievements of 'Red Soothing AI Repair Cream (hereinafter AI Cream)', which surpassed cumulative sales of 3 million units, and was launched as two products: 'Red Soothing Rosateca Redness Reducing Serum' and 'Red Soothing Rosateca Redness Correcting Cream'.
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Key: Ectoin (#10 on the ingredient list), Panthenol, Hyaluronic Acid
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엑토인 로션 (Korean)This brand publishes no English name for this product. The name above is as printed in Korean.
Key: Ectoin (#11 on the ingredient list), Ceramide, Panthenol
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After washing your face or showering, wipe off moisture well.
backed by evidenceHowever, since individual differences may exist, it is recommended to apply a small amount on the inside of the arm or behind the ear, then check for any redness or itching before use.
backed by evidenceGently apply to the face and entire body in a massaging motion to help it absorb.
partly backedBaronsie Ectoin Lotion has completed human application tests so that the whole family can use it, and it can be used by infants and toddlers.
no supporting source foundBaronsie Ectoin Lotion has passed the stringent test standards of Germany's Derma Test company and received an Excellent rating.
no supporting source foundIntroducing our family's skin guardian that works even better when used together.
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Dr.Althea
147 Barrier Cream
Key: Ectoin (#11 on the ingredient list), Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract
2 claims, summarized
- Don't count on:
- firmer skin
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147 Barrier Cream
plausible, not testedSkin care solution that protects the golden time of skin elasticity
no supporting source found
Key: Ectoin (#11 on the ingredient list), Hyaluronic Acid
ATOPALM
Panthenol Lip Sera
It's made for better hydration.
Key: Ectoin (#11 on the ingredient list), Panthenyl Triacetate, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide MEA
9 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration
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Gently fills moisture into delicate lips that easily become dry with high-content panthenol.
plausible, not testedContains 5 amino acid ingredients that help moist and healthy skin.
plausible, not testedAll ingredients are EWG green grade, fragrance-free and colorless, free from 10 harmful ingredients, and sensitive skin irritation test completed, so the whole family from babies to adults can use without burden.
plausible, not testedMelts well at body temperature, spreads smoothly, finishes without stickiness, and is good for frequent application on lips and corners of the mouth.
plausible, not testedContains panthenol derivative 10,000ppm and ceramide 50,000ppm to increase the absorption speed and moisture retention on thin and delicate lip skin and firmly form a protective barrier on the lip skin.
partly backedProprietary skin barrier technology MLE is similar to actual skin structure, so absorption is fast.
partly backedIt was confirmed through human application testing that lip skin moisture increased by 11% after use.
no supporting source foundAs a result of human application testing, it was proven that lip skin irritation caused by humid environments improved immediately by 21.4%.
no supporting source foundKorean industry's brand power KBPI ranked No. 1 in sensitive skincare category for 18 consecutive years.
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cerabera
ATO PANTHENOL LOTION
It's made for better barrier support and calmer skin.
Key: Ectoin (#12 on the ingredient list), Panthenol 10%, Ceramide
47 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration (amount unknown) · better barrier support (amount unknown) · firmer skin · calmer skin (amount unknown)
- Free of:
- the ingredients it lists
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*BPC+(Barrier Protect Complex Plus): Ceramide, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Ectoin, Mugwort oil, Hyaluronic acid.
backed by evidenceWe do not add harmful substances such as parabens, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, methylchloroisothiazolinone, etc., so you can use it safely on your child.
backed by evidenceMethylparaben ethylparaben isopropylparaben propylparaben isobutylparaben butylparaben P-hydroxybenzoic acid imidazolidinyl urea methylisothiazolinone methylchloroisothiazolinone
backed by evidenceAcquired the excellent grade from the demanding German Dermatest for atopic skin.
backed by evidenceSeravela Ato Panthenol Lotion is a product that can be used on the entire body, not just the face.
backed by evidencePanthenol helps soothe skin and improves skin barrier.
plausible, not testedCeramide oil-moisture balance care, strengthens skin barrier from within.
plausible, not testedMadecassoside helps soothe damaged skin.
plausible, not testedEctoin forms a skin moisture protection film.
plausible, not testedHyaluronic acid strengthens skin moisture retention.
plausible, not testedPanthenol has a strong property of binding with moisture, helping to generate moisture from within the skin, and is a substance that helps strengthen the skin's moisture barrier.
plausible, not testedPanthenol, pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5)
plausible, not testedHigh-concentration panthenol 10% deep-sleep care
partly backed100-hour skin moisture barrier care
partly backedWith high-concentration panthenol 10%, persistent 100-hour moisture barrier care
partly backedContains panthenol 10%, Seravela's secret recipe
partly backedWith Seribera's secret recipe *BPC+, we care for the skin barrier firmly and moistly.
partly backed*BPC+ contains ingredients that help restore the skin barrier and relieve itching.
partly backedTo make panthenol's effect fast and long-lasting, we made it a high-content lotion.
partly backedOur child's skin barrier & moisture changed in 4 weeks.
partly backedOur child's skin barrier, moist for a long, long time
partly backed100-hour moisturizing persistence efficacy 126.74% 90.91% 73.22% 65.09% 59.09%
partly backedNo mineral oil, artificial fragrance, or artificial color added.
partly backedHarmful ingredients ZERO! Softness UP! 10-free of skin harmful ingredients.
partly backedSince even 0-year-olds (newborns) can use it, it is gentle without irritation.
partly backedNo. Seravela Ato Panthenol Lotion is a moisturizing lotion made with safe ingredients for our children, so the whole family from 0 to 100 years old can use it together.
partly backedBecause the barrier is not yet complete, we have included only safe ingredients for the delicate skin of children.
overstatedClinically proven effect of improving skin moisture barrier.
overstatedPerfect usage without harmful ingredients, minimal ingredient safe formulation.
overstatedBeyond low-irritation, 'ultra' low-irritation.
overstatedMugwort oil soothes skin and creates a comfortable skin environment.
no supporting source foundTransepidermal water loss improvement effect 47.41%
no supporting source foundSkin moisture content improvement effect 26.41%
no supporting source foundCosmetic ingredient safety index all ingredients EWG green grade completed!
no supporting source foundHypoallergenic test no-irritation certification.
no supporting source foundCumulative patch testing non-irritation certified.
no supporting source foundWe have been officially certified as vegan & cruelty-free by PETA, the worldwide animal protection organization dedicated to protecting animal rights.
no supporting source foundAlso, we have included Seravela's intention to coexist with nature by using eco-friendly paper and plant-based ink.
no supporting source foundSeravela Ato Panthenol Lotion was made to be safely used even if you have a skin rash.
no supporting source found2023 H2 Best New Product in Lotion Category Award.
no supporting source foundBaby & pregnant women · skincare · lotion #1
no supporting source foundSkin comfortable, barrier moist
nothing specific to checkOur child's first moisturizing lotion
nothing specific to checkOur child's skin problem solver
nothing specific to checkOur child's first lotion, safe formula
nothing specific to checkSince it's the first cosmetic a child uses, we removed unnecessary ingredients and made it safely with only the necessary ones.
nothing specific to check365 days, 24 hours, guard for your child's skin.
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Key: Ectoin (#12 on the ingredient list), Panthenol, Taurine
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| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| backed by evidence | 4 of 27 |
| plausible, not tested | 6 of 27 |
| partly backed | 15 of 27 |
| no supporting source found | 2 of 27 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.