Quick answer

Key benefits: Hydration.

Pantethine

Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

Updated

[R-(R*,R*)]-N,N’-[Dithiobis[ethyleneimino(3-oxopropane-3,1-diyl)]]bis[2,4-dihydroxy-3,3-dimethylbutyramide]

Purpose

Also known as pantothenic acid.

Rating

BEST

Category

Humectant

INCI Purpose

HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

Alternative Names

At a Glance

Article

Also known as pantothenic acid.

See: Pantothenic Acid

References

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