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What are the care effects of Pro-Vitamin B5?

Many people know Pro-Vitamin B5, also known as panthenol, as a support for wound healing, but the ingredient has many other impressive functions. Here you can find out how Pro-Vitamin B5 works, which areas of application there are and how it is obtained.

What are the properties of Pro-Vitamin B5?

Pro-Vitamin B5, also known as Panthenol, is a widely used and highly valued ingredient in skin and hair care. It is often used in shampoos, conditioners and hair tonics and is known for its many positive effects on the hair and scalp. It is water-soluble and can be easily absorbed by the skin and hair. Once panthenol penetrates the skin or hair, it is converted into pantothenic acid, which plays a role in various biological processes, including cell regeneration and moisture retention.

How is Pro-Vitamin B5 obtained?

Pro-Vitamin B5 (panthenol) can be obtained in several steps in a biotechnological process using bacteria. More often, however, purely synthetic production in industry is preferred. This is more cost-effective and ensures consistent quality over a long period of time.

What effect does Pro-Vitamin B5 have?

Pro-Vitamin B5, also known as panthenol, is a versatile active ingredient that works in several ways, including in products that are rinsed out. Panthenol acts as a humectant that attracts and binds water. This helps to hydrate the hair, making it more supple and protecting it from drying out. It penetrates the hair shafts and fills small gaps in the hair structure. This strengthens the hair and makes it more resistant. Panthenol has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties that can help to reduce irritation and redness of the scalp and relieve itching. It promotes scalp regeneration and can help soothe dry and flaky patches.

Further questions about pro vitamin b5

Pro-Vitamin B5 is generally considered safe and harmless in both cosmetic and medical applications. It is generally very well tolerated and is often used in products for sensitive skin and even in baby care products, which underlines its mild and skin-friendly nature.

Our products from the MY NETTLE range focus primarily on haircare, with nettle being known for its sebum-regulating properties. Less sebum therefore also means a less oily scalp and less greasy hair. An active ingredient that has a positive effect on both the scalp and the hair should therefore be used as a haircare booster. The choice quickly falls on Pro Vitamin B5 (panthenol). As panthenol not only strengthens the hair, but also helps to reduce itching and redness, it is an excellent booster for stressed scalps.

Panthenol is very well tolerated and therefore suitable for all skin types. The active ingredient is particularly recommended for sensitive skin, as it protects, soothes and regenerates the skin. Especially for dry skin, panthenol can increase skin moisture enormously and balance the pantothenic acid requirement by binding moisture in the skin. Panthenol should not be used on very oily or blemished skin, as it promotes oil production and could clog pores.