Panthenol - affordable and effective skin regeneration

Panthenol is used to restore damaged skin and mucous membranes. The main active ingredient is dexpanthenol (vitamin B). The composition does not contain any antibiotics or hormonal substances.

The drug is effective for wounds, burns, allergic reactions, cracked nipples in breastfeeding women. The product relieves itching and pain, has a moisturizing effect and copes with inflammatory processes.

Panthenol - what is it?

Panthenol, or pantothenic acid

– water-soluble vitamin B5 (dexpanthenol) with low molecular weight and high ability to penetrate into the deep layers of the skin.

Pantothenic acid was discovered in the 30s of the 20th century and almost immediately found application in pharmacology due to its pronounced anti-inflammatory, regenerating, and soothing properties. The ability to accelerate tissue renewal, maintain their firmness and elasticity, smooth out wrinkles, soften and moisturize the epidermis has allowed vitamin B5 to take first place among components for facial and body skin care. Today, panthenol for the face is one of the key components and helps solve several skin problems at once.

Side effects

Any product, not only medicinal, but also cosmetic, requires compliance with the instructions for use. Uncontrolled use of drugs in violation of dosages will lead to negative results.

Side effects:

• Allergic rash;
• Redness of the facial skin;
• The appearance of local edema;
• Excessive dryness of the skin;
• The occurrence of itching;
• Peeling;
• The appearance of indigestion.

It is difficult to get rid of the negative consequences and thorough treatment will be required. When the first unpleasant symptoms appear, it is recommended to immediately stop using panthenol. If itching, redness and flushing persist, you may need to take an antihistamine. You should not self-medicate and, if necessary, you should visit a doctor.

Where is panthenol used?

• In cosmetics, Panthenol in cosmetics has earned a reputation as a powerful external restorative, healing, moisturizing agent. In cosmetic formulas, vitamin B5 is found in the form of pantothenic acid derivatives: D- and L-panthenols. Often used in soothing products for sensitive, dry, oily and problematic facial skin, as well as in after-sun formulas. Its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen and elastin, reduce facial wrinkles, and smooth out skin texture allows the use of panthenol as part of anti-aging corrective care. Shampoos, balms and masks with provitamin B5 for hair improve hair structure, stimulate growth, prevent irritation and dryness of the scalp.
• In cosmetology Since the key function of dexpanthenol is the regeneration of the skin, in cosmetology products based on it are used mainly after traumatic aesthetic procedures, for example, chemical peels, photoepilation, laser resurfacing, during which the integrity of the epidermal layer of the skin is damaged. Panthenol-containing creams, gels, masks help quickly soothe and moisturize damaged skin, relieve swelling and swelling of tissues, shorten the rehabilitation period and prevent complications.

Panthenol - cream, ointment for spots after acne and age spots: application

Skin is considered well-groomed if it has an even color and is free of acne and blemishes of any origin. But in order for the skin of the face to look like that, sometimes you have to use various tricks. In particular:

• Acne may leave permanent spots on the face. To get rid of them, use cream, ointment, or spray with panthenol. It is recommended to apply such compositions daily until the stains are completely removed.
• You can also use a cream with panthenol against age spots. Thanks to its ability to accelerate the production of skin cells, the process of exfoliation of the epidermis will occur. It is important not to overdo it with application. Side and unwanted effects may occur.

Treatment of acne with Panthenol

Properties of panthenol for face and body skin

Provitamin B5 has a wide range of important functions applicable in cosmetology. We will analyze the beneficial properties of panthenol for the skin of the face and body and tell you whether the substance can cause harm.

Benefit

• Promotes accelerated regeneration of skin cells and mucous tissues due to the synthesis of the most important energy enzyme coenzyme A, restores epidermal protective functions.
• Soothes, relieves irritation and redness, has an anti-inflammatory effect.
• Quickly restores a feeling of comfort to the skin after prolonged sun exposure.
• Has a rejuvenating effect: fights wrinkles, decreased skin turgor. Has a slight lifting effect, stimulates the production of natural collagen and elastin.
• Moisturizes, softens, protects the skin from dehydration, minimizes and prevents flaking.
• Prevents photoaging: loss of elasticity, hyperkeratosis, dehydration wrinkles.
• Strengthens the walls of blood vessels, prevents the appearance of rosacea.
• Strengthens skin immunity, normalizes cellular metabolism.
• Stimulates hair and nail growth.

Harm

It is impossible to damage the skin with panthenol, since the substance is non-toxic and does not cause allergic reactions, dryness or irritation. On the contrary, it is recommended to use a product based on it against all of the listed skin damage. It is not recommended to use products with vitamin B5 if you are intolerant to it.

Description of the drug, its properties

Panthenol is a drug for external use, which is intended to restore the skin after various injuries.

Action of the product:

• eliminates pain;
• stops inflammation if it has not become infectious;
• normalizes metabolism, thereby activating the process of appearance of new skin cells;
• eliminates flaking and moisturizes the skin.

Indications for the use of cosmetics with panthenol

Cosmetics with vitamin B5 are suitable for any skin type and satisfy its basic care needs. Let's look at the effect the substance has on the epidermis and how to use panthenol.

• Dry skin Panthenol helps restore comfort to even the driest skin of the face and body: it moisturizes tissues for a long time, softens, makes the epidermis elastic and nourished.
• Peeling on the face and body After using a product with panthenol, the skin becomes smoother, softer, the rough stratum corneum of the epidermis softens, peeling and the feeling of tightness disappear.
• Sunburn Panthenol is the first and most effective assistant for sunburn. An after-sun cream based on it instantly soothes and moisturizes hot skin, has a trophic effect, relieves pain, and initiates tissue restoration processes.
• The first signs of aging As part of an anti-age beauty routine, the nutrient also plays an important role: it prevents a decrease in skin turgor, smoothes out creases of various origins. Can be used to care for the eye area: reduces wrinkles, dark circles, restores and protects thin, dry epidermis.
• Redness and irritation of the skin The basis of formulas for the care of reactive and hypersensitive skin effectively combats the burning sensation, soothes the epidermis, restores its hydrolipid barrier, eliminates swelling and redness. It helps well with razor irritation, so it is often found in aftershave lotions.
• Signs of acne Vitamin B5 heals damage to the skin, for example, when trying to get rid of acne or blackheads on your own. Also helps to moisturize the skin due to excessive use of drying alcohol-based products.

D-Panthenol ointment: use for wrinkles

This ointment should be used by women with aging, dry skin, where regular moisturizing is no longer effective. After several sessions of using the ointment, changes will be noticeable. You will get rid of small wrinkles and your face will become radiant. The elasticity and firmness of the skin will increase. D-Panthenol should be used twice every seven days. It is not recommended for women with oily skin; there is a risk of acne.

Panthenol for wrinkles

IMPORTANT : If you have increased photosensitivity, then avoid using Panthenol for cosmetic purposes.

Features of using panthenol for different skin types

• For oily skin The component is contained in light non-comedogenic gels, fluids, creams for oily problem skin, prevents tissue dehydration and fights its consequences: dryness, keratosis, peeling, irritation.
• For dry skin Found in many moisturizing cosmetic product formulas. Used in baby skin care products. Nourishes, moisturizes, protects the epidermis, combines well with other emollients and hydrofixatives, such as glycerin and hyaluronic acid.
• For normal The normal type is highly susceptible to almost all caring components in cosmetics. If your base cream for normal skin contains panthenol, then use it according to the instructions for use.
• For combination The combination type combines the dry area of ​​the U-zone and the T-zone, in which the sebaceous glands are most active. Since panthenol does not clog pores, moisturizes, softens, and restores the epidermis, it is widely used in the care of this skin type.

Panthenol - cream, ointment against wrinkles around the eyes: application

The skin around the eyes is especially delicate. Women with dry, tired skin are more likely to suffer from wrinkles in this area. They show these age-related changes faster. Despite the healing properties of Panthenol, it is not able to cope with deep expression wrinkles. A temporary effect may appear immediately after applying the cream or ointment, but it is not long-lasting. To achieve this, use ointment (twice a week) if you have completely dry eyelid skin. Or apply cream to the area near the eyes if you have dry or normal skin type.

Using Panthenol for wrinkles around the eyes

Forms of release of cosmetics with panthenol

Depending on the type and needs of the skin, there are several formats of cosmetic products containing panthenol. For oily and combination skin, choose water-based products with light textures - gels, serums, fluids, balms. For dry skin, nourishing products containing lipid-restoring formulas and oils, such as rich creams, are suitable.

Often panthenol can be found in the base of foundations or correctors, lipsticks or balms, for example, in the composition of Cicaplast restoring lip barrier balm. Shampoos, conditioners, and masks with panthenol are produced for hair.

Panthenol-Teva - ointment: application in cosmetology

The ointment is white and odorless. It is used not only for medical purposes, but also for cosmetic purposes.

• It perfectly moisturizes the skin
• In combination with other components or separately used for acne, pimples, spots
• If you use it at night to improve the skin in the eye area, the effect will be wonderful, the main thing is not to use the ointment often.

Panthenol-Teva, how is it used in cosmetology?

IMPORTANT : The ointment should not be used for cosmetic purposes by people with oily facial skin, increased photosensitivity and individual intolerance.

Effect on the skin

Well, for starters, there is no need to confuse the different properties of the drugs that are the main active ingredient!

• Dexpanthenol is a drug that “lives” exclusively in pharmacology in the form of an ointment.
• Panthenol is more often used in various creams, masks and foams in the beauty industry.

Indications and contraindications

Main indications for use:

• skin restoration after chemical peels, burns;
• increased skin dryness;
• elimination of wrinkles and skin rejuvenation.

Manufacturers recommend Panthenol for the treatment of acne, but I can’t check this, since my problems with acne are already a thing of the past, and I haven’t taken anyone’s word for a long time.

With contraindications everything is as usual:

• allergy to components;
• age under 18 years;
• herpes;
• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• colds, fever.

To avoid an allergic reaction, before use it is better to do a Panthenol test on the bend of your elbow or on your wrist.

Varieties and composition

All produced forms of Panthenol include D-panthenol, a synthetic derivative of vitamin B5, or panthenol, its analogue.

To enhance the effect, many manufacturers add aloe vera extract, allantoin, and vitamin E as additional components.

It is better to choose facial preparations with these caring components, because they add positive properties to the beneficial properties of the drug:

• hydration;
• anti-inflammatory effect;
• antioxidant properties.

This certainly won't make it any worse.

There are 4 types of industrial versions of Panthenol: