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Panthenol
Product reference
D-1224
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Description
Panthenol – Provitamin B5 – moisturizing, soothing, strengthening
Panthenol is a highly valued humectant in modern cosmetic formulations. Once applied to the skin or hair, it attracts and retains water, leaving an immediate feeling of softness and comfort.
It is a versatile ingredient: in facial formulations, it supports skin hydration and comfort, while in hair products, it contributes to a stronger hair shaft, shine, and a silky feel, being one of the few active ingredients that effectively bind to the hair fiber.
Ingredients (INCI): Panthenol, Aqua, Citric acid
Technical Characteristics
- Appearance: Clear, slightly yellowish liquid; practically odorless
- Solubility: Completely miscible with water, ethanol, and glycols; insoluble in oils and fats
- Quality: Aqueous solution of D-panthenol with a minimum content of 75% active substance; biologically active D-form
- Recommended Dosage: 0.5 - 5%, depending on the formulation type and desired moisturizing effect
Scientific Studies and Documentation
Panthenol is well documented in dermato-cosmetic literature for its role as a powerful humectant: it penetrates the stratum corneum, where it is enzymatically converted into pantothenic acid, a component of coenzyme A involved in cellular metabolism. This conversion explains both its long-lasting moisturizing effect and the feeling of comfort imparted to dry or sensitive skin.
In hair care, panthenol shows strong affinity for the hair fiber, which it partially penetrates, contributing to a stronger structure, improved combability, and enhanced shine, effects documented in numerous formulation studies for hair care products.
Properties and Benefits
- Powerful humectant with visible and long-lasting moisturizing effects
- Contributes to the feeling of comfort for dry or sensitive skin
- Supports skin suppleness and elasticity
- For hair: strengthens the strand structure, improves combability, and imparts shine
- Good skin tolerance, suitable even for sensitive skin
Applications
- Hydrating creams, lotions, and serums for the face
- Shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments for strengthening and shine
- Shower gels and cleansing products as an added conditioning agent
- Nail care products for hydration and flexibility
- Makeup products as a nourishing ingredient added to the formula
Formulation Guide
- Tolerates moderate heating (up to ~70°C for short periods), but addition during the cooling phase below 40°C is recommended to prevent any risk of degradation
- Stable across a pH range of 4 - 7
- Low concentrations (0.5 - 1%): suitable for shampoos and cleansing products for a subtle effect
- Medium concentrations (1 - 3%): frequently used in creams, lotions, and hair conditioners
- Higher concentrations (3 - 5%): used in intensive serums and treatments; above this level, the texture may become slightly tacky in leave-on products
Usage Safety and Storage
- Profile: Safe ingredient with good skin tolerance
- Precautions: External cosmetic use
- Storage: Store in a closed container in a cool, dry place, protected from light
Details
Code
D-1224
Suitable for
bath, cosmetics, hair care
Key benefits
anti-irritant, hair strengthening, moisturizing, protector, reparative, skin soother, wound healing
Specific indications
eczema, atopic skin, psoriasis, scaly skin, scars, sores, lesions
Skin care
Cleansers, Eye Creams, Face creams, Makeup removers, Micellar solutions, Serums, Shave/aftershave, Toners, Treatments
Skin type
All types, Dry
Body care
Creams Emulsions, Foot creams, Hand creams
Hair care
Hair conditioners, Hair serums, Hairstyling, Shampoos
Hair type
All types, Damaged, Dry, Dyed, Thinned
Kids
Creams, Hygiene products, Shampoos
Sun Care
After sun products
Hygiene
Cleansers, Shampoos, Shower gels, Wet wipes
Solubility
in ethyl alcohol, in water
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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S
Adding into my bodycream along with Sodium PCA, seeing amazing results. Keratosis pilaris isnt as visible after a week of use.
A
An indispensable cosmetic active in both hair formulas, shampoos and for face emulsions, facial serums, a provitamin with moisturizing, comforting effects for skin, hair.
V
Or they were packaged wrong or the courier people make fun because the box came half broken I wonder why nothing fell out of it and panthenol I have no way to pull the lid tell me if it's ok?
A
put in moisturizing creams is very good. soothes sensitive or irritated skin. leaves skin pleasant to the touch
C
It's a must-have ingredient in skincare products, I really like how it improves my skin texture along with acmella, jojoba, ceramides, peptides. It's good!
I
I commonly use this product in Shampoo for color-treated hair Formula: 41429, because it helps to maintain the moisture levels of the scalp skin and hair, preventing excessive dryness and dehydration.
R
Not used in hair care products, I really like how it improves my hair texture, along with argan, jojoba, wheat germ, silk protein. E f good!
A
I use it for formulas in hair conditioner and shampoo. It is also very good incorporated into facial masks because of its nourishing properties.
A
A versatile active ingredient and provitamin, hair fortifier, deep moisturizer, skin comforter and anti-inflammatory agent, it improves volume, suppleness and shine of hair, acts for improved appearance of skin, hair and nails.
A
It is indispensable in hair and skin formulations.I am already on my second order of this product. It can't get less than 5 stars
L
I am very pleased with the quality of this ingredient in your offering! It is a must in hair recipes especially.
L
Very pleased with the effect on hair care, skin care and, deeply repairs and moisturizes nails.
A
Panthenol is a versatile ally in personal care, fortifying hair, deeply moisturizing skin and providing comfort. An essential choice for a holistic skincare routine.
B
First time ordering. I will use it in my hair oil mix, but also for hand repair.
K
A-vitamin har mange gode virkninger, så jeg bruger Panthenol i rigtig mange af mine cremer og produkter til håret.
A
It is a versatile provitamin with wide use in cosmetic formulations such as toners, cleansers, hair products.
I
I have purchased 7 vegetable oils and panthenol, in the hope that they will help with my retinoid-aggressed skin. Out of all of them, panthenol enchanted me the most. It gives a very pleasant calming sensation and moisturizes very ok, leaving a glass skin look. I usually apply it on moisturized skin with toner or mixed with an emulsion or cream, panthenol used alone is very vascos and sticky. I will definitely purchase it again and again.
C
I've used it in both face creams and hair products, not missing in hair serums and shampoos.
A
A favorite product for me because it moisturizes excellently and is also good for regenerating problem areas. An inexpensive and very effective product. I recommend.
M
I like to use it in emulsions and serums instead of glycerin, that way I don't risk the product feeling sticky on the skin. I recommend using pipettes for 10ml bottles for easy dosing of panthenol.