Bepanthen nappy care ointment 30g bepanthen nappy care ointment works in two ways to care and protect from the causes of nappy rash aids natural skin recovery. Bepanthen contains pro vitamin b5 which gently aids natural recovery of irritated sensitive skin while keeping it soft, smooth and moisturised. Additionally, bepanthen seals in the skins natural moisture, providing optimal conditions to allow gentle skin recovery without drying out your babys delicate skin. Protects. Clinically proven, bepanthen works by forming a long lasting, transparent layer, protecting even the most delicate skin from irritants and rubbing. The water in oil formulation keeps the skin healthy and hydrated, while the ingredient pro vitamin b5 helps the skin repair its natural protective barrier. Bepanthen is so gentle it can be used at every nappy change to help the most sensitive of skins, including that of premature babies as it contains no colours, fragrance, preservatives or antiseptics.