Pantethine (inci)

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

bis-Pantethin; co-enzyme pantethine

Definition
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Pantethine is a dimeric form of pantothenic acid (vitamin B 5). The substance is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as a hair conditioner (makes the hair easy to comb, smooth, soft and shiny and gives it volume).

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