Panthenol, also known as pro-vitamin B5 or pantothenic acid. Mainly used in skincare to moisturise the skin as it attracts water to keep the skin hydrated. It also assists to produce lipids important for a strengthened and healthy skin barrier.
It reduces skin irritations as it has anti-inflammatory and skin-protecting abilities. It promotes fibroblast proliferation helpful in wound healing as it assists to produce collagen.