Zinc Oxide is a natural occurring mineral. For more than 2,000 years, we’ve turned to zinc to help deal with burns and wounds. Zinc oxide is a key active ingredient in many rash creams, calamine lotions, mineral sunscreens (including some of the best sunscreens), vitamin supplements and acne treatments.
Benefits...
One of the safest skin-protecting ingredients against the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays. It filters out both UVA and UVB rays, thus forming a shield that keeps UV radiation from penetrating the skin. Helping to lower skin inflammation associated with rashes, allergies or irritation. Improving wound healing and preventing bacterial infections. Helps in recovery of damaged tissue and treats acne breakouts. It will keep moisture locked into dry skin. Often used for reducing dandruff and treating warts. Magical for treating pigmentary disorders (melasma) and prevents aging of the skin. Important agent for improving synthesis of collagen and forming of new connective tissue. Zinc oxide is not water soluble, it needs to be combined with a carrier agent to be most effective.
