panthenol vitamin b
binomial name: Panthenol (Vitamin B)
a form of vitamin b5, it was originally discovered in the fifties when used to treat burns. it can be animal, plant of synthetic based, and is a superior moisturizing ingredient in beauty products.
benefit: its superior moisturizing properties are due to its ability to penetrate the skin and hair shaft to maintain natural moisture. in hair care, it prevents breakage, treats chemically damaged hair and improves overall health. as a facial treatment, it evens out skin tone by stimulating pigment formation and has antimicrobial qualities that counteract bacteria to prevent breakouts.
