vitamin B5 - the soother in half your products’ supporting cast, doing quiet repair work.
What it actually does: humectant plus anti-inflammatory plus wound-healing support. Converts to pantothenic acid in skin, where it aids barrier repair. It’s why “soothing” products so often actually soothe.
Who it’s for: irritated, post-active, post-sun, post-threading skin. Sensitive skin generally.
How to use it: it’s already in your routine - moisturisers, serums, sheet masks. Concentrations of 1–5% do real work. No conflicts with anything.
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