D-panthenol

*Penetrating relatively deep into the skin

*Water binding and/or water retention

*Being transformed to pantothenic acid in skin and hair after topical administration creating pro-vitamin B5 activities.

D-Panthenol may be regarded as ideal cosmetic ingredient which may improve skin and hair care as well as protect against   environmental stress. The cosmetological actions of  D-Panthenol are based on following findings:

*Improvement of the mitotic activity (cell regeneration)

*Acceleration of epithelisation and granulation after burns, eczemas ulcerations, radiotherapy and plastic surgery.

*Improving symptoms of inflammations .

*Strengthening of hair roots and hair shafts.

*Protection against ammonia produced napkin rash.