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Can you use Glycolic Acid with Panthenol?

Great combo

Yes, and they work even better together.

Panthenol cushions Glycolic Acid: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Glycolic Acid first, then Panthenol, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    Glycolic Acid5% – 10%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Panthenol1% – 5%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserseal everything in

What Glycolic Acid does

The smallest alpha-hydroxy acid, so it penetrates deepest. It dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells for smoother, brighter skin and fades marks, but it is the AHA most likely to sting.

Typical strength
5% – 10%
When
PM
Irritation
Best for
Normal, Oily And Combination skin

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What Panthenol does

Pro-vitamin B5. It draws in moisture, calms redness and speeds up barrier repair. It shows up in "recovery" creams for good reason.

Typical strength
1% – 5%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Sensitive, Dry, Normal, Combination And Oily skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Glycolic Acid and Panthenol together?

Yes, and they work even better together. Panthenol cushions Glycolic Acid: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.

Which goes first, Glycolic Acid or Panthenol?

Apply Glycolic Acid first, then Panthenol. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use Glycolic Acid in the morning or at night?

Glycolic Acid: best at night. Use 2–3 nights a week after cleansing. Skip it on nights you use retinoids. Sunscreen is non-negotiable because AHAs raise sun sensitivity.

Should I use Panthenol in the morning or at night?

Panthenol: works morning or night. Use daily. It is especially useful after over-exfoliation or sunburn.

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