Moisturizing and repairing: D-panthenol (Provitamin B5)

D-panthenol, also known as provitamin B5, is a deeply moisturizing and repairing ingredient that works wonders for both skin and hair. It acts as a humectant that attracts and binds moisture, helping to preserve the skin’s elasticity and strengthen its natural protective barrier. In hair care, D-panthenol penetrates deep into the hair shaft to provide long-lasting moisture, improve texture, and add a beautiful shine without weighing hair down. It also has soothing properties that relieve irritation and promote a balanced, healthy scalp.

D-panthenol (Provitamin B5)

Benefits

  • Deeply moisturizing
  • Repairs and soothes
  • Strengthens hair and the skin barrier

Category

  • Vitamins
  • Moisture binders (Humectants)

INCI name

Panthenol

D-panthenol at a glance

  • A stable form of vitamin B5 that is easily absorbed by both skin and hair
  • Works as a powerful humectant that attracts and locks in moisture
  • Effectively relieves itching and irritation and speeds up the skin’s natural healing
  • Penetrates the hair shaft, making it thicker, stronger, and more elastic

D-panthenol description

D-panthenol is a fantastic ingredient that acts as a moisturizing safety net for your entire beauty routine. In skincare, it’s a celebrated ingredient that penetrates the skin’s layers to deeply moisturize, strengthen the skin barrier, and soothe irritation. In hair care products such as shampoo and conditioner, D-panthenol is absolutely essential. It has the unique ability to penetrate the hair shaft, where it binds moisture from within. This makes each individual strand swell slightly, resulting in visibly thicker, fuller hair with increased elasticity. It also protects hair from damage caused by brushing and heat.

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