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Moisturizing
Panthenol
MoisturizingSoothingBarrier
INCI: Panthenol
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing
Effect
Helps the stratum corneum retain water, keeping skin healthy and moist
Concentration
Roughly 0.5-5% (varies by product)
Effect
Helps the stratum corneum retain water, keeping skin healthy and moist
Mechanism
A precursor converted to pantothenic acid in the body. In addition to hygroscopic water retention, research suggests it contributes to stratum corneum conditioning and prevention of rough skin
Typical concentration
Roughly 0.5-5% (varies by product)
Onset
The moisturizing feel is immediate; improvement in the feel of rough skin comes with continued use
Cautions
Basically low-irritation. Rarely, a hypersensitivity reaction
Evidence & references
This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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