Zinc Oxide
Category: Astringent, Sunscreen agent
Brief description: Zinc Oxide is a mineral-based sunscreen agent that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB radiation.
Benefits: Provides broad-spectrum sun protection, reduces the risk of sunburn, helps prevent signs of premature aging and helps to soothe and tighten the skin..
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Target audience: Individuals looking for sun protection, especially those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Chemical composition: Zinc Oxide is a naturally occurring mineral. Physical aspect: It is a white, odorless powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients, but can leave a white cast on the skin, especially in higher concentrations.
Concentration: Concentration varies but often found in sunscreens at 5-25%.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally safe and gentle on the skin, though it can cause a white cast, especially in higher concentrations.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics worldwide. Concentrations may be regulated.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Mineral sunscreens like Zinc Oxide are considered less harmful to coral reefs than some chemical sunscreens, but there is ongoing debate and research.
Brief description: Zinc Oxide is a mineral-based sunscreen agent that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB radiation.
Benefits: Provides broad-spectrum sun protection, reduces the risk of sunburn, helps prevent signs of premature aging and helps to soothe and tighten the skin..
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Target audience: Individuals looking for sun protection, especially those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Chemical composition: Zinc Oxide is a naturally occurring mineral. Physical aspect: It is a white, odorless powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients, but can leave a white cast on the skin, especially in higher concentrations.
Concentration: Concentration varies but often found in sunscreens at 5-25%.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally safe and gentle on the skin, though it can cause a white cast, especially in higher concentrations.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics worldwide. Concentrations may be regulated.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Mineral sunscreens like Zinc Oxide are considered less harmful to coral reefs than some chemical sunscreens, but there is ongoing debate and research.
