Calcium D-pantothenate is a highly effective derivative of pantothenic acid that constitutes Vitamin B5 and calcium. It is a natural, plant-derived, white, odorless powder with a mildly bitter taste. It is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient with skin regenerative and restorative properties widely used in scar care, sun care, skincare, haircare, and hand and nail care products. It does not have the unpleasant stickiness that is typical of panthenol. It is a humectant: It helps the skin maintain an appropriate level of hydration and it is a strong humidifier, deeply penetrating the barrier of the skin. Used regularly, it forms a protective film on the skin to make it more elastic, smooth, and hydrated, thereby reducing small wrinkles. It stimulates cell growth and boosts collagen and elastin production, soothes skin irritation, and renews skin. It also has an anti-static and conditioning effect on hair, and counteracts keratinization of the epidermis.