How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Zinc PCA first, then Panthenol, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Zinc PCA1%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Panthenol1% – 5%
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
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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What Zinc PCA does
Zinc salts help regulate sebum and have mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. That is why zinc so often appears next to niacinamide in oil-control serums.
- Typical strength
- 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Panthenol and Zinc PCA together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Panthenol and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Panthenol or Zinc PCA?
Apply Zinc PCA first, then Panthenol. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
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.
Should I use Zinc PCA in the morning or at night?
Zinc PCA: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It works best as part of a niacinamide or oil-control serum.