# Bepantol skincare Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/bepantol The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the Netherlands. Bepantol is a Swiss skincare brand founded in 1944 and owned by Bayer AG since 2005. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayer) Bepantol is widely loved for its nourishing moisturizers and thoughtful formulas. Its products suit dry, sensitive, and irritated skin best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Derma for acne-prone skin. These offerings provide gentle, reliable care for daily routines. This page covers some of the most popular Bepantol products; for the whole Bepantol range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg2beb1f8ba7). ### Bepantol moisturizers #### Moisturizers - [Derma](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/bepantol/derma/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit ## Questions and answers ### Is Bepantol worth it? Yes, Bepantol is worth it for most skin types, as Lovi rates its brand-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The Bepantol products on this page also list no fragrance in their ingredients. ### What are Bepantol's best products? Bepantol offers Derma, which is Lovi rates Average for dry and sensitive skin. The Bepantol products on this page are fragrance-free. [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) ### Which Bepantol moisturizer is best for dry skin? Derma is the Bepantol moisturizer on this page for dry skin, where Lovi rates it Average. [Panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/panthenol) helps restore skin moisture and barrier function. [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) ### Does Bepantol cause breakouts? Bepantol is unlikely to cause breakouts when used on acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Bepantol-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin, while the Derma moisturizer is rated Average for acne-prone skin. ### Is Bepantol fragrance-free? Yes, every Bepantol product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, making them a suitable choice for shoppers who prefer scent-free skincare. ### What are the key ingredients in Bepantol products? Bepantol products use key ingredients like panthenol and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/glycerin) to help keep skin soft and moisturized. Topical panthenol helps support skin barrier recovery, while glycerin assists in maintaining skin hydration. [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) ### How do I build a Bepantol skincare routine? To build a Bepantol skincare routine, you use the Derma moisturizer, which Lovi rates Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every Bepantol product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients. ### What are good alternatives to Bepantol? Good alternatives to Bepantol include Galderma, Weleda, La Prairie, NEOCUTIS, Valmont, and Bepanthol, which all have pages on Lovi. ### Bepantol vs La Prairie: which is better? Lovi rates the Bepantol-focused routine Superior and the La Prairie-focused routine High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The Bepantol products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. ### Who owns Bepantol, and where is it from? Bepantol is a Swiss brand founded in 1944, owned by Bayer AG since 2005. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayer) ### Is Bepantol cruelty-free? PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Bepantol as cruelty-free. ## Research behind Bepantol's key ingredients - [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002 - [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017 - [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017 - [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025 ## Similar brands - 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Korean skincare: [Torriden](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/torriden) - Korean skincare: [celimax](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/celimax) - Korean skincare: [Purito](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/purito) - Korean skincare: [ROUND LAB](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/round-lab) - American skincare: [Cetaphil](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/cetaphil) - American skincare: [Paula's Choice](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/paula-s-choice) - American skincare: [Neutrogena](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/neutrogena) - Korean skincare: [AXIS-Y](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/axis-y) - American skincare: [Kiehl's](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/kiehl-s) - Korean skincare: [d'Alba](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/d-alba) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning. Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board). Page built Nov 8, 2026. 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