What is Bepanthen?

History

Bepanthen was created and launched in 1944¹ and has been led by Bayer since 2005. We began with just three formulas, including our core product, Bepanthen^® Protective Baby Ointment.² Today, Bepanthen have established themselves as trusted brands and we’ve developed a wide range of pioneering skincare.² Most of our products are available over the counter at your local pharmacy.³

Our key ingredient: pro-vitamin B5

Over the years, our scientists have harnessed the healing power of dexpanthenol, a chemically more stable version of pro-vitamin B5, which we use in all of our products.¹

At a cellular level, pro-vitamin B5 is rapidly turned into pantothenic acid, which plays a key role in the coenzyme A.¹ This in turn fuels the cell repair process, promoting regeneration in the skin epithelium.¹

Pro-vitamin B5 also:1

Promotes regeneration of injured human skin
Heals superficial skin and mucosal injury
Supports the production of lipids in the skin
Accelerates tissue growth
Relieves inflammation
increases the moisture retention of the skin

What is Bepanthen cream good for?

In short, dexpanthenol (pro-vitamin B5) gently aids natural skin recovery, while keeping it soft, smooth and moisturized.¹ Evidences from several studies support its efficacy and excellent safety profile when administered topically in a variety of dermatological disorders that may include:⁴

Skin abrasions
Petty injuries
Chronic ulcers
Ddecubital ulcers
Anal fissures
Skin transplantation
Non-severe burns
Diaper dermatitis
Epithelial lesions
And the prevention of breast fissures or skin irritations.

The Bepanthen Family

At Bepanthen we’re committed to developing formulas that care for your skin.³ That’s why we work closely with dermatologists, whose years of expertise ensure that our products offer what your skin needs. Nothing more, nothing less.

The Bepanthen range has got your needs, and the needs of your family, covered.

Learn more - What is the difference between Bepanthen Cream and Ointment?

1. Proksch E, de Bony R, Trapp S, Boudon S. Topical use of dexpanthenol: a 70th anniversary article. J Dermatolog Treat. 2017 Dec;28(8):766-773.
2. Bepanthene Data on file. More than 70 years of Bepanthen^®: The miracle of healing. April 2015.
3. Bepanthen ointment package leaflet. Revision date: 22.8.2012
4. Ebner F, Heller A, Rippke F, Tausch I. Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2002;3(6):427-33.