Scientific name: Panthenol
Classification: Vitamin Derivative (Provitamin B5).
Moisturizing, antistatic, soothing, regenerating.
Tales from Nature
Panthenol or Provitamin B5 is an alcohol widely used in cosmetics. It reduces static electricity and has beneficial effects on both skin and hair. One of the main benefits is its moisturizing power and protection against micro-irritations of the skin.
Hair Benefits
It is an antistatic conditioner that makes hair shiny and elastic, reducing its electrical charges. It improves hydration and can help protect hair from environmental stress or harsh services by retaining moisture in the hair shaft.
It improves its shine, softness and strength. This is precisely because vitamin B-5 contributes to the strength of the hair structure.
Skin Benefits
Within facial cleansing formulas, Panthenol has regenerating and soothing effects, promoting cell turnover and calming irritation for softer, more supple skin. In intimate cleansing formulas, it gives intense and optimal hydration, particularly effective in preventing menopause-related dryness.
Panthenol, in intimate cleansing formulas, promotes intense and optimal moisturization, particularly helpful in preventing menopause-related dryness.
