Zinc Oxide (non nano)

Zinc oxide is widely used as a bulking agent and a colourant in the cosmetic industry. It works well in mineral makeup due to its astringent properties that help keep excess oils from forming on the surface. Thereupon, it effectively revives the glow of your skin.

Benefits

1. Sunscreen application should be a daily habit. There is no better product to use than one that contains an effective but gentle ingredient like zinc.

2. Zinc oxide is suitable even for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin. Unlike chemical sunscreens that can cause hormonal disturbance, using products with zinc oxide as one of the main ingredients are a great choice even for those with sensitive skin. These are the ones that can prevent acne breakouts and control sebum production.

3. As an elemental metal, zinc carries an electric charge that benefits the body. Look for this ingredient not only in beauty and skincare products, but as well as chemical and household essentials.

4. Zinc oxide is a proven-effective ingredient. To further enhance its effects, here are a few more tips to keep in mind when using sunscreens or ointments with the ingredient.

Sunscreens: Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outdoors. Spread thoroughly to reach areas that are prone to burns like the tops of the ears and head, nape, lips, and feet. Use Vitamin D as supplement to further prevent burns.
Ointments: Especially indicated for the treatment of minor wounds. Apply with clean hands and leave the cream exposed or use a sterile bandage to allow scrapes, abrasions or irritated skin to heal.

Uses

For this reason, it is sometimes used in acne treatments. The powder is not soluble in water which is an added benefit when acting as a sunscreen and in mineral makeup.

Zinc oxide is also used in cream and ointment formulations, particularly for babies, to soothe irritated skin.

Although most skin types can benefit from formulations containing zinc oxide, the substance is especially useful to young children whose skin is still delicate and not fully developed.

This is because the zinc oxide works more of a protective barrier instead of getting absorbed into the skin.

Suggested Use:

Use this vegetable based emulsifier at about 5% to keep water and oil combined for lotions, creams, conditioners, etc. Melt wax with other fats and waxes.

Warning

The strength of colour obtained from any dye or pigment is dependent upon the concentration used. Using concentrated dyes or pigments may result in deep colour that can bleed from the product in use and/or discolour surfaces. We suggest that all dyes and pigments are used sparingly, further diluted where necessary, and chosen so as they are appropriate for the use they’re being put to. The Soap Kitchen cannot accept any responsibility for any unexpected consequences as a result of the use of any of our dyes or pigments. It is the customer’s responsibility to check that any dye or pigment is suitable for the use that they intend it for and test the dye or pigment for suitability.

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