zinc oxide
noun
: an infusible white solid ZnO used especially as a pigment, in compounding rubber, and in pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations (such as ointments and sunblocks)
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The active ingredients are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which serve to block UVA and UVB rays from the sun.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 June 2025
Those with melasma should also consider choosing mineral sun protection (which uses active ingredients titanium dioxide or zinc oxide to reflect the sun’s rays away from skin) over chemical alternatives for their daily sunscreen.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 May 2025
Also — always cleanse with lukewarm water and consider using diaper rash cream in the winter, since its zinc oxide component helps curb inflammation and irritation on the face.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Its hypoallergenic formula contains 20% mineral, non-nano zinc oxide, and squalane oil, which is known for hydrating the skin.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 19 May 2025
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 June 2025
Those with melasma should also consider choosing mineral sun protection (which uses active ingredients titanium dioxide or zinc oxide to reflect the sun’s rays away from skin) over chemical alternatives for their daily sunscreen.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 May 2025
Also — always cleanse with lukewarm water and consider using diaper rash cream in the winter, since its zinc oxide component helps curb inflammation and irritation on the face.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Its hypoallergenic formula contains 20% mineral, non-nano zinc oxide, and squalane oil, which is known for hydrating the skin.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 19 May 2025
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“Zinc oxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zinc%20oxide. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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