Hydration & barrier
Panthenol
also known as Pro-vitamin B5
Quiet workhorse — hydrates, soothes, and speeds the skin's recovery from almost anything.
What it actually does
Panthenol is the precursor your skin converts to pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). It's both a humectant (holds water) and an emollient (smooths the surface), and it has well-documented anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effects. That dual personality is why it shows up in everything from baby creams to post-laser balms.
Who it's for
Sensitive, dry, irritated, or recovering skin. Compatible with every other ingredient in your routine.
How to use it
Any time of day, anywhere in the layering order. There's no need to single it out — just look for it on the ingredient list of your toner, essence, or moisturizer.
Products with panthenol
6 productsAbib
Ectoin Panthenol 11 Moisturizer Barrier Tube
AESTURA
A-CICA365 Soothing Repair Gel Cream Moisturizer pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Panthenol for Redness
Anua
3 Ceramide Panthenol Moisture Barrier Cream
APLB
Panthenol Retinol Ampoule Serum
APLB
Panthenol Retinol Facial Cream
Axis-Y
Panthenol 10 Skin Smoothing Shield Cream
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