Ingredient glossary
Pro-vitamin B5
INCI: Panthenol · Also: Dexpanthenol
Worth paying for
Does Pro-vitamin B5 clash with what you already use? Check it →Strong results with strong evidence behind them. This is one genuinely worth having in a formula.
What it does
- hydration
- barrier support
- soothing
strong evidenceSupported by studies for soothing, improving stratum corneum hydration and aiding barrier recovery in irritated skin.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- sensitive
- all
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- ceramides
- niacinamide
- allantoin
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