Vitamin B5
VitaminHumectantBarrier RepairNaturalAlso known as: Pantothenic Acid, Calcium Pantothenate, Dexpanthenol
The acid form of panthenol (provitamin B5). Supports skin barrier function, wound healing, and hydration.
Routine placement
Serum · AM & PM
Time to results
4-8 weeks for improvement depending on the vitamin
Wound healing, barrier repair, hydration, anti-inflammatory, supports skin regeneration.
Present in moisturizers and healing creams. Often used interchangeably with panthenol in formulations.
Well-documented wound healing and barrier repair properties. Converts to pantothenic acid in the skin, which is essential for coenzyme A synthesis.
What does Vitamin B5 do for skin?
Vitamin B5 is used in skincare primarily as a vitamin ingredient. Its effects depend on concentration and formulation. Check the benefits section above for specific details.
Is Vitamin B5 safe for sensitive skin?
Vitamin B5 is generally well-tolerated, but sensitivity varies by individual. Start with a patch test if you have reactive skin, and introduce gradually into your routine.
Can I use Vitamin B5 every day?
For most skin types, daily use is appropriate at standard concentrations. If you experience any irritation, reduce frequency to every other day.
Does your skincare contain Vitamin B5?
Paste your product's ingredient list to check, or create your Skinularity ID for a full routine.
Find Vitamin B5 products
Browse skincare products containing Vitamin B5.
Related to Vitamin B5
A versatile form of Vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pore appearance, controls oil production, and addresses multiple skin concerns.
A gentle alpha hydroxy acid derived from milk. Larger molecular size than glycolic acid means slower, more gentle penetration. Also has humectant properties.
A fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage. Works synergistically with Vitamin C for enhanced photoprotection.
The provitamin form of Vitamin B5 that deeply hydrates and helps repair the skin barrier. Converts to pantothenic acid in the skin.
Vitamin K is a group of fat-soluble vitamins essential for blood coagulation and calcium metabolism, with two primary forms relevant to skincare: phytonadione (vitamin K1) and menaquinone (vitamin K2). In dermatological applications, vitamin K is primarily used for its ability to support proper blood clotting at the capillary level, which makes it valuable for reducing the appearance of dark circles under the eyes, spider veins, bruising, and post-procedural purpura. Topical vitamin K works by activating clotting factors that depend on gamma-carboxyglutamic acid residues, thereby accelerating the resolution of extravasated blood in the dermis. Additionally, vitamin K2 has been shown to influence skin elasticity through its role in activating matrix Gla protein, which regulates soft tissue calcification.