D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5)
The Soothing, Hydrating Powerhouse for Skin & Hair Repair
🌿 What is D-Panthenol?
D-Panthenol is the biologically active alcohol form of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), a water-soluble vitamin essential for cellular metabolism. In skincare and haircare, it acts as a humectant, anti-inflammatory, and barrier repair agent, converting to pantothenic acid in the skin to support healing and hydration.
✨ Key Benefits
- Deep Hydration: Binds water to the skin, preventing moisture loss and plumping dry/dehydrated skin.
- Barrier Repair: Stimulates epidermal regeneration, crucial for damaged or sensitive skin (e.g., post-procedure, eczema).
- Soothing Relief: Reduces redness, itching, and inflammation from sunburn, acne, or irritation.
- Hair Strengthening: Penetrates hair shafts to improve elasticity, reduce breakage, and add shine.
- Wound Healing: Accelerates tissue repair in cuts, scrapes, or post-laser treatments.
🧴 Applications in Skincare & Haircare
- Skincare:
- Moisturizers, serums, and creams (0.5–5%).
- After-sun products, diaper rash creams, and post-peeling treatments.
- Anti-aging formulations to boost elasticity.
- Haircare:
- Conditioners, leave-in treatments, and scalp serums (1–2%).
- Heat protectants and split-end menders.
- Medical:
- Ointments for burns, ulcers, or radiation dermatitis.
🌱 How to Use
- Face Serum:
- Combine 2% D-panthenol with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide for a hydrating, soothing blend.
- Hair Mask:
- Mix 1% D-panthenol with argan oil and hydrolyzed keratin for frizz-free shine.
- Post-Shave Balm:
- Blend 3% D-panthenol with aloe vera and chamomile extract to calm razor burn.
⚠️ Safety & Tips
- Non-Irritating: Safe for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone.
- Synergies: Pairs well with ceramides, allantoin, and centella asiatica.
- Avoid: Mixing with highly acidic (pH <4) or alkaline (pH >9) formulas, which can reduce efficacy.
- DL-Panthenol Note: D-panthenol is the active form; DL-panthenol (racemic mix) is less potent.
