Penthanol (Pro Vitamin B5)
Panthenol, also known as Provitamin B5, is the alcohol form of vitamin B5.It occurs organically and can also be produced from both plant and animal sources. It's used as an additive in various cosmetic products around the globe. When skin care products containing Provitamin B5 are absorbed by the skin, the provitamin is converted to Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), which moisturises, calms, repairs and revitalises skin.
Panthenol is present in all living cells, which makes it the perfect ingredient for skincare:
Penetrative: When Panthenol is applied to the skin, it results in a conversion to pantothenic acid. This acid is readily absorbed by the skin, penetrating deep into the lower layers.
Hydrating: Pantothenic acid works as a humectant by infusing water in the cells, retaining moisture deep within the skin’s tissues.
Moisturising: Clinical research has found that not only is this acid extremely moisturising, but when regularly used over a period of four weeks or more, it takes on an anti-inflammatory role; relieving systemic itching, whilst also helping to soothe a dry skin.
Interestingly, a deficiency in vitamin B5 can result in dermatological disorders, which may explain its anti-inflammatory properties