Important things to know about
Panthenol
- Helps hydrate and retain moisture for softer, smoother skin
- Soothes and comforts the skin
- Supports a healthy-looking, supple complexion
Also known as:
Vitamin B5
What is Panthenol?
Panthenol is a well-known conditioning ingredient valued for its ability to hydrate and comfort the skin. Naturally associated with skin health, it helps support the skin’s natural recovery processes—delivering immediate softness and helping relieve the feeling of dryness or discomfort. In DECORTÉ formulas, it provides comforting hydration and helps restore suppleness and smoothness.
What Does It Do?
Panthenol is a comforting pro-vitamin known for helping:
- Deliver lasting hydration
- Soothe and balance skin
- Improve softness and suppleness
What Are Its Origins?
Panthenol is a derivative of Vitamin B5, an essential nutrient naturally found in the body and in plant-based sources. In skincare, it is developed into a stable, skin-compatible form that helps support hydration and skin conditioning.
What Skin Concerns Does It Address?
- Dryness
- Uneven Texture
- Healthy Skin
What Products at DECORTÉ have Panthenol?
Can Panthenol help hydrate dry skin?
Research has explored Panthenol's ability to help support hydration and improve moisture retention for softer, smoother-looking skin. Camargo FB Jr, Gaspar LR, Maia Campos PM. Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulations. J Cosmet Sci. 2011 Jul-Aug;62(4):361-70. PMID: 21982351. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21982351/
How does Panthenol help soothe skin?
Studies have explored Panthenol's role in helping support skin comfort and maintain a healthy-looking skin barrier.
Ebner F, Heller A, Rippke F, Tausch I. Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2002;3(6):427-33. doi: 10.2165/00128071-200203060-00005. PMID: 12113650. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/
