Panthenol

What is panthenol? Also known as provitamin B5, panthenol is one of the most popular and versatile moisturizing and restorative ingredients in skincare. It’s valued for its effectiveness, gentle action, and ability to address a wide range of skin concerns.

How to use it

You can use 0.5-1% of panthenol to keep normal and dry skin healthy. In restorative or intensive treatments, concentrations can reach 5-10%.

Suitable for

All skin types, especially dry, atopic, and dehydrated skin.

Things to know

Panthenol works well with other active ingredients. In combination with urea, it deeply hydrates very dry skin, and with vitamins and oils, it boosts nourishment.

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FAQ

1. Can panthenol help with redness?

Panthenol in skincare is a well-known anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredient. It's effective for redness caused by sun exposure, burns, and other irritations. In such cases, it's better to use products specifically designed to reduce redness, where the panthenol concentration is higher than 5%.

2. Does panthenol improve skin texture?

Panthenol isn't an exfoliant (it doesn't remove dead skin cells) and doesn't smooth wrinkles. These are the exact panthenol benefits: it improves skin texture by deeply hydrating the skin, supporting faster regeneration, and restoring the lipid barrier.

3. Is panthenol suitable for daily use?

Yes, panthenol for skin is one of the safest ingredients for daily use.