← Back to Ingredients Directory
Osmolytes & HumectantsRecommended: AM/PM Slot
Panthenol (Provitamin B5)
Clinical Overview
The stable alcohol analog of pantothenic acid that accelerates epidermal re-epithelialization and soothes pruritus.
Epidermal & Cutaneous Mechanism
Metabolized to coenzyme A inside cells, facilitating lipid synthesis and suppressing inflammatory pathways triggered by surfactant irritation.
Addresses Skin Concerns
Stinging & burning sensationsChapped cracked skinActive retinoid purging
Recognized INCI Names on Packaging Labels
PanthenolD-PanthenolDexpanthenol
Compatible Synergies
- ✓All active ingredients
Separate or Alternate
- No significant contraindications documented.