Ectoin – Barrier-Protecting Hydration Active for Skin Care
Ectoin is a natural protective molecule produced by salt-loving bacteria. It stabilises cell membranes and proteins, strengthens the barrier and holds moisture, in repair serums and creams.
- Natural protective molecule that stabilises cells and proteins
- Strengthens the barrier and helps skin hold moisture
- Suits repair serums, creams, sun care and sensitive skin
Ectoin Cosmetic Grade | Bulk Fermented Ectoin Powder‑Aogebio
Ectoin
Ectoin Cosmetic Grade Natural Fermented Ectoin Powder, Mild Cell‑Protecting Active Ingredient For Sensitive‑Skin Serum, Repair Cream, After‑Sun Care, Mask & Hair Care Formulas
Product Specification
| Item | Specification |
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| Product Name | Ectoin |
| INCI Name | Ectoin |
| CAS No. | 96702‑03‑3 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder, odorless |
| Source | Microbial biological fermentation extraction |
| Purity | ≥99% (HPLC) |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, soluble in glycerin & butylene glycol, insoluble in oil phase |
| Recommended Dosage | 0.2%‑3.0% in cosmetic formulation |
| MOQ | 100g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months under sealed cool‑dry storage |
| Grade | Cosmetic Grade |
What Is Ectoin?
Ectoin is a high‑value extremolyte compatible solute, originally produced by extreme‑tolerant microorganisms surviving in deserts and salt‑lake environments. Aogebio Ectoin is obtained by controlled microbial fermentation, featuring high purity and low impurity. It can form stable hydration shells around skin cell membranes, proteins and DNA molecules to stabilize biological structures against external stress damage.
Different from ordinary humectants, Ectoin works at cellular level rather than only surface moisturizing. It delivers long‑lasting hydration, soothes redness and irritation, strengthens skin barrier, and provides anti‑photo‑damage protection. It is widely used in sensitive‑skin repair, after‑sun recovery, medical‑aesthetic post‑care, anti‑pollution skincare and hair‑care products. Aogebio supplies high‑purity bulk Ectoin powder, providing free samples, complete qualification documents and global one‑stop shipping services for cosmetic manufacturers.
Core Advantages Of Our Ectoin
High‑Purity Fermentation‑Derived & Low Impurity
Adopts strict biological fermentation & purification process, HPLC purity ≥99%, low heavy‑metal content, no peculiar smell, excellent water solubility, easy to dissolve in water phase, well‑suited for high‑end cosmetic active formulas.
Unique Cell‑Protection Hydration‑Shell Mechanism
One Ectoin molecule binds multiple water molecules to build stable hydration shells for cell membranes, proteins and DNA. It stabilizes skin cell structure, reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), achieving durable moisturizing effect beyond conventional moisturizing ingredients.
Broad‑Spectrum Anti‑Stress & Soothing Repair
Resists multiple environmental aggressors including UV radiation, pollution, temperature swing and surfactant irritation. Protects skin immune Langerhans cells, relieves skin redness, stinging and dry itching, improves skin tolerance for sensitive skin and post‑procedure fragile skin.
Excellent Formulation Stability
Heat‑resistant, stable within wide pH range of 1‑9, compatible with most cosmetic raw materials. Can be added in hot or cold water‑phase process, suitable for various cosmetic dosage forms.
Mild & Low‑Irritation
Biological fermentation source, no chemical irritating residues. Gentle for sensitive skin, fragile post‑treatment skin, infant skincare formulas.
Stable Quality & Flexible Supply
Batch‑to‑batch consistent quality, fit for large‑scale industrial production. Support sample testing, small‑batch trial and large‑bulk customization.
How Ectoin Works On Skin
Ectoin dissolves into skin aqueous phase after application, forming ordered hydration shells wrapping cell membranes and biomacromolecules. It stabilizes cell structure under external stress, reduces water evaporation of epidermis, lowers TEWL value and locks skin moisture durably.
It inhibits release of inflammatory factors, eases skin redness, stinging and dry discomfort caused by irritation, sun exposure or medical aesthetic operations. It protects skin DNA and immune cells from UV and pollutant damage, alleviates photo‑aging signs, strengthens skin self‑defense capacity, keeps skin stable, soft and resilient.
Main Functions & Cosmetic Application Fields
Core Efficacy Benefits
- • Long‑lasting cellular‑level moisturizing, reduce transepidermal water loss
- • Soothe skin redness, stinging, dry‑itch discomfort, improve sensitive‑skin tolerance
- • Repair fragile skin barrier, ideal for medical‑aesthetic post‑procedure recovery
- • Anti‑photo‑damage, assist UV‑defense, relieve after‑sun inflammation
- • Anti‑pollution, resist skin damage caused by particulate contaminants
- • Anti‑aging, protect cell DNA, mitigate light‑aging signs
- • Soothe scalp irritation, improve dry sensitive scalp condition
Suitable Cosmetic Formulas
- • Sensitive‑skin soothing serum, essence, toner & spray
- • Post‑sun repair lotion, cream and facial mask
- • Barrier‑repair facial cream for fragile skin
- • Medical‑aesthetic after‑care skincare products
- • Anti‑pollution & light‑aging anti‑aging formulas
- • Calming hand & body care products
- • Sensitive‑scalp shampoo, hair mask & scalp care products
- • Mild baby‑safe skincare cosmetics
Formulation Guide: Dosage, Solubility & Matching Tips
Recommended dosage: 0.2%‑3.0% of total formula weight; 0.5%‑1.0% for basic moisturizing maintenance; 1.0%‑2.0% for soothing redness & barrier repair; 2.0%‑2.5% for intensive anti‑photo‑damage & post‑procedure repair.
Solubility: Water‑soluble active powder, dissolve completely in water‑phase (cold or hot process). Cannot directly dissolve in oil phase.
Recommended matching ingredients: Perfectly matched with panthenol, allantoin, hyaluronic acid, centella asiatica extract, squalane, niacinamide to amplify soothing and barrier‑repairing effects. Can be combined with retinol to buffer irritation risk of retinol formulas.
Formulation Notes:
- - Can be added either in hot water‑phase or cool‑down water‑phase below 40℃; no special high‑temperature limitation.
- - Dissolve fully in deionized water first before mixing with other phases.
- - Compatible with most cosmetic preservative systems; carry out formula stability test for finished products.
- - Seal and store under cool dry condition, avoid high temperature and strong direct sunlight.
Packaging, MOQ & Global Shipping Details
- Sample package: 10g, 50g, 100g free testing samples (sealed aluminum foil bag)
- Small bulk: 100g / 1kg /5kg sealed moisture‑proof package
- Large bulk: 25kg moisture‑proof fiber drum with inner sealed bag
- MOQ: 100g
- Shipping: Global door‑to‑door shipping, support DHL, FedEx, air and sea freight
- Lead time: 3‑7 working days for samples; 7‑15 working days for bulk orders
- Custom service: Custom packaging and private label for large orders
Storage & Shelf Life Standard
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, dark environment, keep tightly sealed and moisture‑proof, avoid high‑temperature, direct sunlight and humid environment, prevent hygroscopic agglomeration and performance degradation.
Standard Shelf Life
24 months under standard sealed cool‑dry storage conditions.
Certifications & Compliance Documents (COA, MSDS, TDS)
Our cosmetic‑grade fermented Ectoin meets global cosmetic raw‑material safety standards:
- EU CosIng database registered ingredient
- ISO22716 & GMP cosmetic production system certification
- Each batch equipped with complete COA, MSDS, TDS documents
- Support third‑party professional testing and verification
We provide stable and high‑quality cosmetic active raw materials for global daily‑chemical and cosmetic manufacturers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q1: What is the difference between Ectoin and hyaluronic acid?
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Q2: Is Ectoin suitable for medical‑aesthetic post‑procedure skincare?
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Q3: Will Ectoin cause skin irritation or clog pores?
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Q4: What is your minimum order quantity and sample policy?
A: MOQ is 100g. Free test samples are provided for customer formula research and trial production.
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