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known as panthenol, vitamin b5

source pantothenic acid; synthetic

function humectant, soothing, moisturizer

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Panthenol

Panthenol, also known as vitamin B5, is essential for helping skin defend itself against external stressors.

Panthenol supports synthesis of vital skin lipids that aid in optimizing skin barrier function. It can promote wound healing, improve hydration, reduce itching and irritation, mitigate transepidermal water loss (TEWL), smooth skin texture, and more.

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