Zinc Oxide

Size : 6oz

Product Description : (Please note this particular zinc oxide is non-Nano which is what most people are looking for when it comes to skincare applications among other things.)

Uses of Zinc Oxide:

Zinc Oxide can be added to creams and lotions to add sun protection. This makes it perfect for the “do-it-yourselfer” who is concerned about the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation on the skin. It is the best broad spectrum UVA and UVB reflector approved for use as a sunscreen by the Food and Drug Administration. This is because zinc oxide does not absorb into the skin when applied with a lotion. Instead it sits on top of the skin and reflects both UVA and UVB light. Because it isn’t absorbed into the skin, it doesn’t irritate or cause allergic reactions.

Found in calamine lotion, baby powder, anti-dandruff shampoos and diaper rash ointment, zinc oxide has many medical uses. The basic antibacterial and deodorizing properties also result in it being used as an additive in cotton fabrics, rubber and food packaging. These characteristic isn’t exclusive to zinc oxide, but can also be found in silver. Both have fine particles with a relatively large surface area, but silver’s use is uneconomical.

Added to charcoal, it used in cigarette filters to reduce the amount of harmful chemicals from tobacco smoke. Added to food products (like breakfast cereals), it provides a good source of zinc. As a pigment in paints it has resulted in a color called Chinese white. It also is a primary ingredient in many mineral makeup products.