D-Panthenol (B5)

BENEFITS

Skin Benefits

• Deep, long-lasting hydration
  Attracts and retains moisture, helping keep the skin soft and supple.

• Improves skin barrier function
  Helps strengthen and protect the skin against dryness and environmental stress.

• Soothes and calms irritation
  Ideal for sensitive, irritated, or compromised skin.

• Promotes skin repair
  Supports healing of dryness, roughness, and minor irritations.

• Softens and smooths skin texture
  Gives a velvety feel in lotions and creams.

Hair Benefits

• Improves hair moisture
  Helps hair absorb and retain moisture, reducing dryness and frizz.

• Strengthens hair strands
  Reduces breakage and split ends by improving elasticity.

• Adds shine and smoothness
  Leaves hair soft, glossy, and more manageable.

• Supports scalp health
  Soothes dryness and irritation on the scalp.

Formulation Benefits

• Enhances spreadability and texture of creams

• Improves slip and softness in hair products

• Boosts conditioning properties in shampoos and conditioners

• Acts as a humectant, emollient, and soothing agent

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HOW TO USE IT 

1. In Skincare Formulations

• Use in lotions, creams, serums, toners, gels, and face masks.

• Common usage rate: 1%–5%

  • 1% for lightweight formulas

  • 2–5% for intensive moisturizers or soothing products

• Add during the cool-down phase (below 40°C) to maintain effectiveness.

2. In Haircare

• Add to shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and leave-in sprays.

• Recommended usage:

  • 0.5%–1% in shampoos

  • 1%–3% in conditioners and hair masks

  • 1%–2% in leave-in products

• Helps detangle, reduce breakage, and improve softness.

3. Pure Use (Direct Application)

While it is mainly for formulations, you can add 1–2 drops into your:

• Moisturizer

• Facial serum

• Hair conditioner

• Leave-in spray

4. DIY Products

• Face mists (1%)

• Hydrating gel serums (2–3%)

• Hair growth oils (dissolved in a small water phase before blending)

• Baby skincare products (very gentle and safe)

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SAFETY

• Generally safe and well-tolerated, even for sensitive skin.

• Non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and suitable for daily use.

• Perform a patch test if formulating at higher concentrations.

• Store in a cool, dark place—sensitive to heat and light.

• For external use only.

• Safe for children, pregnancy, and breastfeeding when used topically.