Zinc oxide is known to all because it is the main ingredient of a very famous protective paste that is used to care for the skin of newborns : in fact, it irritates the diaper irritation and redness and can therefore be used several times daily.
Let's see better what it is and make it clear above all, because many associate zinc with metals that are harmful to our health and often do not take into consideration the products that contain it.
Zinc has no contraindications and, on the contrary, for internal use it is an antioxidant supplement that facilitates the healing of wounds and dermatological problems.
Zinc oxide is present in many body care products: in ointments, in cosmetic creams, in sunscreens, because an effective element of protection from UV rays damage varies in concentration, depending on the utility for which it is used.
Properties of Zinc Oxide
> Anti-inflammatory : gels and ointments based on zinc oxide play an anti-inflammatory action, against burns, burns, dermatitis i.
> Antiseptic : it is able to block the proliferation of bacteria, thus ensuring a bacteriostatic coverage on the epidermis.
> Healing : in specific ointments it is an active ingredient in bedsores . Promotes the rebalancing of the skin, the healing of wounds and fissures. Also excellent for external hemorrhoids.
> Soothing : in generic ointments, but also in after-sun creams, it refreshes the skin, removes the burning sensation and reduces redness from sunburn. In case of erythema it soothes itching.
> Protective : used in sun creams, because it is able to reflect and disperse UVA rays. It is associated with other principles for an effective synergy even against UVB rays damage.
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Benefits of Zinc Oxide
Zinc oxide can be marketed in different concentrations . Generally we find it in gel and ointments in a concentration of 15%.
This solution is useful for healing wounds, because it speeds healing time, keeps the wound clean thanks to its antiseptic action. For the bedridden with bedsores it is a remedy of daily use, repairing and soothing.
Zinc oxide ointments can be applied to the face in the evening in case of acne, after careful cleansing.
Sooth from redness, they disinfect the skin and block proliferation in cases of bacterial acne.
In the case of skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis it is a remedy that can be associated with dermatological treatments in the evening to hydrate from peeling, softens the skin, removes inflammation and itching.
In the pharmacy you can find bandages based on zinc oxide to be applied in case of leg edema, thrombophlebitis, venous ulcers.
In this way, the part is protected from infection by disinfection and healing.
