Eucerin pH5 Hand Wash Oil

The skin has a natural protective layer with an acidic pH, known as the acid mantle. This is crucial for healthy skin as it neutralizes alkaline substances that come into contact with the skin, such as alkaline soaps. It plays a vital role in the skin's metabolic processes and its microbiome. An increase in pH can impair the skin's protective function, leading to increased transepidermal water loss and greater sensitivity to external stimuli.

Dexpanthenol, also known as panthenol or provitamin B5, is a biologically active precursor of pantothenic acid, which is an important component of coenzyme A and is crucial for cell metabolism, fatty acid synthesis, and energy production. In addition, dexpanthenol regenerates the skin and provides moisture.
The main benefits are:

• Skin hydration and support of the skin barrier: Panthenol promotes moisture retention in the upper skin layers, strengthens the skin barrier, and prevents transepidermal water loss.
• Regeneration and wound healing: Panthenol stimulates epithelialization, accelerates skin regeneration, and supports wound healing, while also alleviating irritation.
• Anti-inflammatory and soothing properties: It reduces redness, roughness, and flaking by calming inflammatory reactions, which is particularly beneficial for sensitive and irritated skin.