Dimethiconol Panthenol
AKA “Silicone-Panthenol Complex, Dimethiconol Panthenol”
Vitamin
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Ingredient Facts
Dimethiconol panthenol
AKA: Silicone-Panthenol Complex
Vitamin · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Film Forming · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
B Vitamin
Vitamin
Clean
Dimethiconol Panthenol is the reaction of Dimethiconol and Panthenol Science: Functions: Hair Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Produced from dimethicone (a silicone polymer) and panthenol (a humectant derived from pantothenic acid). Synthesized through a coupling reaction between dimethiconol silicone chains and panthenol molecules.
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Film Forming
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Accelerates skin healing
Quells irritation
Traditional Use
A modern compound combining silicone with panthenol (provitamin B5), discovered in the 1940s and used since the 1950s in skincare for its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. The silicone version enhances conditioning.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR