Zinc oxide is a “jack of all trades” – thousands of tons are produced all over the world every year for a wide range of uses. Zinc oxide has been used for everything from a food additive to a sun ...

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Ever looked at the ingredients list of your go-to sunscreen bottle? There's a lot of complicated looking ingredients on there (try saying "oxybenzone" three times fast!). Two popular sunscreen ...

Overview: Topical zinc oxide is applied to the skin to protect irritated skin and prevent or treat rashes caused by wetness such as diaper rash. It works by forming a barrier that protects the skin ...

Zinc oxide is also an active ingredient in many over-the-counter hemorrhoid treatments. While they may ease discomfort temporarily, these zinc oxide creams have not been studied thoroughly for safety ...

Zinc oxide is the main ingredient in mineral sunscreens. It is a fine, white powder that is either synthetic or derived from the mineral zincite. Zinc oxide helps form a physical barrier on your skin ...