Ingredient decoded

Panthenol

A moisture-supporting ingredient often found in comfort-focused skincare. Panthenol is also known as provitamin B5; dexpanthenol is one form studied in topical preparations.

Humectant

Chemical structure: Panthenol — Panthenol · C₉H₁₉NO₄
Reference

First things first: what is it?

Panthenol is provitamin B5. Dexpanthenol is a form used in topical skin preparations.

What does it do?

Moisture and comfort

Research describes improved outer-layer hydration and reduced water loss with dexpanthenol preparations.

Science or just a good story?

The reviewed abstract describes hydration and barrier support with particular dexpanthenol preparations, including a controlled irritation model. It does not establish results for every panthenol product.

Spot it on the label

Look for Panthenol in the ingredient list.

So, is it a useful ingredient?

A sensible supporting ingredient in a moisturising formula, rather than a promise to fix all irritation.

Panthenol

First things first: what is it?

What does it do?

Moisture and comfort

Science or just a good story?

Spot it on the label

So, is it a useful ingredient?

Common product types

essence

toner

serum

Related skin concerns

dryness

Related product profiles

Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner

Calming Barrier Serum

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