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| Description | D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5) Gel / Viscous Liquid is a premium moisturizing and soothing ingredient for skincare and haircare formulations. It helps restore skin hydration, improve elasticity, and strengthen hair. Ideal for creams, lotions, shampoos, and serums. Water-soluble, gentle, and suitable for all skin types. |
| INCI | Panthenol |
| Appearance | Clear viscous gel |
| Usage rate |
1–5% in skin care, with the higher end of the range for more therapeutic applications.
0.75–1% for shampoos and conditioners, 0.5–0.75% for hair styling products. 1% for nail care. |
| Application | Creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, body washes, makeup |
| Scent | None |
| pH | 8–9 |
| Solubility | Soluble in water & alcohol, not in oils |
| Why do we use it in formulations? |
We use D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5) in formulations because it:
It’s a versatile, gentle ingredient that boosts hydration and overall product performance. |
| Strengths | Panthenol is an insanely versatile skin and hair care ingredient with a proven track record of awesomeness. |
| Tips, Tricks, and Quirks |
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| Benefits |
💧 Deep Hydration: Attracts and retains moisture in skin and hair. 🌿 Soothes Irritation: Helps calm redness and inflammation. 🧴 Skin Repair: Supports healing of dry, cracked, or damaged skin. ✨ Improves Hair Texture: Adds shine, smoothness, and strength. 🪶 Non-Irritating: Gentle and suitable for sensitive or baby skin. ⚗️ Enhances Formulations: Improves spreadability and texture of products. |
| How to Use |
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This product is a cosmetic raw material and is intended for external use only in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is not intended for internal consumption or medicinal use.
- Do not ingest.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes.
All product images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual product color, texture, or packaging may vary from batch to batch.
Information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered or interpreted as medical advice.
While we do not offer products for internal use, we source only high-quality, pharmaceutical or food-grade ingredients. Ingredient purity and performance are critical in cosmetic applications, just as they are in ingestible products.
Please note:
Just because two products have the same name or CAS number does not guarantee the same grade, purity, or effectiveness. Always choose trusted suppliers. Choose Purenso for premium-grade ingredients you can rely on.
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