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The actives and the oils
Panthenol
Panthenol is the alcohol form of vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), which is why it is called pro-vitamin B5. Skin converts it to the vitamin.
- On a list as
- Panthenol
- What it does
- Humectant and soother (pro-vitamin B5)
- Where it comes from
- Synthetic
- Vegan?
- Yes
Why it’s in a formula
It attracts and holds moisture, softens, and has a soothing, comforting feel, so it is common in hydrating serums and products for delicate areas.
Where you’ll find it at Divina
Read from each piece’s published ingredient list. 3 pieces.
Questions
Is panthenol vegan?
Yes. Cosmetic panthenol is synthesised.
Is panthenol good for sensitive skin?
It is generally very well tolerated and is often used in formulas for dry or sensitive skin.
How we know: every ingredient list on this site is the manufacturer’s own, read piece by piece and shade by shade, and the pieces above are worked out from those lists each time the site is built. Ingredient names and functions follow the EU’s CosIng database. This page describes cosmetic ingredients; it isn’t medical advice.
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