D-Panthenol, also known as Dexpanthenol or Provitamin B5, is the biologically active alcohol analog of D-pantothenic acid that is readily converted to Vitamin B5 in biological tissues. It is produced through chemical synthesis and is available as a clear, viscous, slightly hygroscopic liquid or as a white crystalline powder (DL-Panthenol). D-Panthenol is highly valued for its moisturizing, wound-healing, and anti-inflammatory properties.
This makes it one of the most widely used active ingredients in cosmetic and dermatological products. In food applications, it serves as a vitamin B5 source in beverages and nutritional products. Its excellent skin and mucosal penetration distinguishes it from other vitamin B5 forms for topical applications.
