Pan-thenol
Pan-thenol
PAN
10/10
Concern level
High concern
Panthenol is the alcohol form of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), used in cosmetics as a humectant, skin-conditioning agent, and soothing/barrier-support ingredient. It is valued for improving hydration, softness, and tolerance in leave-on and rinse-off products.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
205.25 g/mol pH Range
3.50 - 7.50Typical Concentration
0.50% - 5.00%CAS Number: 81-13-0
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin10/10
oily skin8/10
sensitive skin10/10
acne prone9/10
mature skin9/10
normal skin10/10
Interactions
incompatible with: no major incompatibilities are known with common skincare actives, in extremely harsh or high-pH formulas, its soothing benefits may be reduced by the overall formula environment
Risks & Warnings
Very low risk overall. Rare cases of contact allergy or irritation can occur, especially in highly reactive individuals. No strong evidence suggests meaningful pregnancy-related concern from topical cosmetic use.
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