{"title":"Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFunctional, Actives \u0026amp; Additives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDL-Panthenol\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanthenol,also known as Pro-Vitamin B5,is a water-soluble vitamin precursor that converts to pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) on contact with skin and hair. It is one of the most versatile and well-researched functional ingredients in cosmetic formulation, valued for its dual role as both a humectant and an emollient,attracting and retaining moisture while simultaneously smoothing and softening the surface it is applied to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanthenol appears across our entire product range,from shampoo bars to conditioner bars to leave-in treatments,because its benefits are genuinely universal and its performance is consistently reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a humectant, panthenol attracts water molecules from the surrounding environment and binds them to the skin and hair surface, supporting sustained hydration. As an emollient it fills in gaps in the hair cuticle and skin surface, improving smoothness, reducing frizz, and creating a more polished appearance. In hair it penetrates the shaft to strengthen the cortex, reducing breakage and improving elasticity. Its anti-inflammatory properties also contribute to scalp and skin comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFound In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[products]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor external use only. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/lesilobleu.com\/collections\/panthenol.oembed","provider":"Le Silo Bleu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}