• Excellent humectant properties for moisture retention
• Helps soothe and repair dry, irritated, or damaged skin
• Improves skin softness, elasticity, and overall appearance
• Strengthens hair fibers, enhances shine, and reduces breakage
• Fully water-soluble and easy to integrate into formulations
• Suitable for a wide range of skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products

Vitamin B-5, also known as Pantothenic Acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in maintaining healthy skin and hair. In cosmetics, it functions as a moisturizing, soothing, and conditioning agent. It enhances hydration, supports the skin barrier, and provides hair with softness and shine. This makes it a versatile and essential ingredient for modern skincare and personal care formulations.

• INCI Name: Pantothenic Acid
  
• CAS Number: 79-83-4
  
• Molecular Formula: C9H17NO5
  
• Molecular Weight: ~219.24 g/mol
  
• Form: Fine crystalline powder
  
• Appearance: White to off-white
  
• Solubility: Water-soluble
  
• pH (1% Solution): 5.5 – 7.0

• Skin care: 0.5% – 2%
• Hair care: 0.5% – 5%
• General cosmetics: 0.5% – 5%
  Add to the water phase of formulations.

💡For enhanced hydration and skin barrier support, combine Vitamin B-5 with Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide in serum or cream formulations. This combination provides long-lasting moisture retention and improves skin resilience.

• Dry skin – boosts hydration and comfort
• Sensitive skin – calming and soothing properties
• Oily/Combination skin – provides lightweight, non-greasy hydration
• Mature skin – enhances elasticity and smoothness
• Damaged/Irritated skin – supports barrier repair and recovery

• Hydrating face serums with Hyaluronic Acid
• Moisturizing creams and lotions with Aloe Vera Extract
• Strengthening shampoos and conditioners with Keratin Protein
• Soothing body washes with Glycerin
• Hydrating BB/CC creams for smoother application

Vitamin B-5 is suitable for a broad range of cosmetic and personal care products. It is commonly used in moisturizers, serums, cleansers, masks, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, and even color cosmetics. Its ability to bind water and improve skin and hair feel makes it a staple in modern formulations.

Q1: Can Vitamin B-5 powder be applied directly to skin?

No, it should be incorporated into a formulation. Direct application is not recommended.

Q2: Is Vitamin B-5 safe for daily use?

Yes, when used at recommended levels, it is gentle and suitable for everyday skincare and haircare.

Q3: Can it be used in DIY creams and masks?

Yes, it can be added to the water phase of DIY formulations.

Q4: Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes, this product is synthetically produced to high purity standards and is cruelty-free.

Q5: Can it be used in oil-based products?

No, it is water-soluble and should only be used in water-based formulations.