Ectoine
CAS Number: 96702-03-3
Ectoine is a cyclic amino acid derivative naturally produced by extremophilic bacteria as a stress-protectant molecule, acting as a chemical chaperone that stabilizes proteins, membranes, and DNA against environmental stressors including UV radiation, heat, desiccation, and osmotic stress. In skincare, it provides outstanding moisturization, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory benefits while protecting skin cells from environmental damage. Used at 0.5–2% in daily protective and anti-aging formulations.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White crystalline powder |
| purity (%) | ≥98 |
| pH (5% aq.) | 5.0–7.0 |
| moisture (%) | ≤1.0 |
| heavy metals (ppm) | ≤10 |
Applications
- Environmental stress protection daily moisturizers
- Anti-pollution and anti-UV skincare
- Sensitive and allergy-prone skin formulations
- Anti-aging moisturizing serums and creams
- Post-exposure and recovery skin products
Key Features
- Natural extremophile stress-protectant molecule with unique mechanism
- Acts as a molecular shield stabilizing proteins and membranes
- Clinically proven to reduce skin sensitivity and allergic responses
- Excellent tolerability suitable for the most sensitive skin types
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