Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe

Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe
10.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

How moisturizing is it?

Maximum hydration: Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe has the highest possible moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This is one of the most moisturizing products on the market, with a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, entirely due to the substantial concentration of Panthenol est. ≈50.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈3.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Beeswax (est. ≈22.0%) and Mineral Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Bayer Bepanthen Wund- und Heilsalbe is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Panthenol (est. ≈50.0%) and Viscum Album (est. ≈6.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Panthenol
22
Beeswax
11
Mineral Oil
6
Viscum Album
4
Ceresin
3
Glycerin
2
Lanolin Alcohol
1.5
Cetyl Alcohol
1
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
0.3
Stearyl Alcohol
0.3
Lanolin
0.3
Water
Est. %
Panthenol
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Glycerin
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Water
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Ratings

All humectants
53.0
50
3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
36.3
22.0
11.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 53 10
10.0
50
3
Occlusivity All occlusives 36.3 20
10.0
22.0
11.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
50
3
All humectants 53 10
10
All humectants
53.0
50
3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
22
11
2
1
0.3
All occlusives 36.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
36.3
22.0
11.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
50
6
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
50
6
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Panthenol
Est. %50
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Beeswax
Est. %22
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Mineral Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Mineral OilAlso known as liquid paraffin, it is an amazing moisturizer (the second most occlusive one after Petrolatum). It is also an excellent emollient that fills the micro-cracks on the surface of the skin, making it appear smoother. Mineral oil is considered safe.
Viscum Album
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Viscum AlbumDescription is coming soon
Ceresin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
CeresinA naturally-derived wax often used to create solid products.
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Lanolin Alcohol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Lanolin AlcoholAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing mixture of fatty alcohols obtained from lanolin, a substance from sheep wool. It is also used as a formula helper.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Stearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearyl AlcoholA natural fatty alcohol that thickens, stabilizes, and keeps emulsions a bright white color. It has many uses, the main one being as an emulsifier. It also acts as an opacifying agent and emollient.
Lanolin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LanolinA yellow, waxy substance obtained from sheep wool. It is one of the best emollients and emulsifiers due to its unique composition, able to relieve dry skin and repair the lipid barrier.
Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.