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Common name
Panthenol (pantothenic acid - vitamin B5)
Description
Panthenol is a non-irriating form of Vitamin B that is usually derived from plants. When this natural, hydrating vitamin is applied externally, it penetrates into lower skin layers, gets absorbed into your skin cells and turns into pantothenic acid (commonly known as Vitamin B5). Because panthenol is absorbed deeply into the skin, it adds essential moisture and has a desirable plumping effect.
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Active ingredients:
Deionized Water, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Simugel 600, Lecithin, Alcohol, Phospholipids, Sepigel 305, Calcium Pantothenate, Panthenol, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Therapeutic action:
Panthenol, with its humectant-like properties, penetrates into layers beneath the surface of your skin so it can be used to treat a myriad of minor skin disorders and irritations. This natural substance is safe to use on your skin and can even be administered internally. In 1984, panthenol was included in the list of over the counter drugs published by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In 1987, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) concluded that panthenol was safe to use in cosmetics as a humectant, emollient and moisturizer.
What is it used for?
Over the past twenty years, panthenol has been effectively used to treat sunburns, irritations, dryness and other minor skin disorders. This non-toxic vitamin has incredible absorption properties and helps to diminish wrinkles by infusing moisture into the deeper layers of your skin. In 1995, a study conducted by LH Leung also suggested panthenol as an alternative treatment for acne because it counteracts bacteria. Panthenol can be found in a variety of skin care products developed to treat dry, normal, combination and acne-prone skin. Using panthenol in your skin will help to keep it smooth by helping to maintain its natural moisture balance and counteracting surface bacteria. Panthenol reduces inflammation, soothes irritation and initiates the rebuilding of your skin. The healing properties of this vitamin have also been proven to be beneficial for stronger hair and nails.
Side effects:
Not only does Panthenol Cream have potential as a topical acne treatment in and of itself, it also appears to be useful for treating the side effects associated with the powerful orally active acne medication known as isotretinoin (Accutane). Doctors Ricardo and Ney Romiti reported that panthenol cream markedly reduced a variety of side effects caused by the use of the retinoic acid derivative, including chapped lips, dry skin, dryness of the mouth and eyes, itchiness, rashes, and even nosebleeds (Pediatric Dermatology 19:368, 2002). They noted that in contrast to panthenol cream, common topical salves such as petroleum jelly, lanolin, and lip balms provided only temporary, mild relief of these symptoms. The doctors suggested that "dexpanthenol cream is effective, safe, and has a high compliance rate when used in the management of mucocutaneous side effects during isotretinoin therapy."
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