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Zinc (Topical)

Zinc gluconate / zinc PCA / zinc pyrithione

Anti-inflammatory mineral that reduces sebum and supports wound healing

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Sourced via EWG Skin Deep, one of the scientific databases used by the Yuka app to evaluate cosmetic ingredient safety.

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Facetheory

Key Study

Efficacy and Tolerability of Topical Nicotinamide Plus Zinc-PCA Versus Placebo as Adjuvant Treatment for Moderate Acne: A Double-blind RCT

Sitohang IBS et al. · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology · 2020

Topical nicotinamide plus zinc-PCA as adjuvant therapy significantly improved moderate acne outcomes in a double-blind RCT.

PubMed ↗  PMID 32983333
Quick Facts
DurationDaily use; results in 4-8 weeks
Studies14+
FDA StatusOTC cosmetic ingredient
Price$8-$22

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Should You Try This?

15107OUT OF 10

Probably okay to try

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Researched by

Val Yermakova

Informed Girl · informedgirl.com