Zinc

Zinc is a naturally occurring element in the human body. Thanks to its numerous benefits for skin and hair, it is often used as a dietary supplement or incorporated into cosmetic formulations as zinc gluconate or zinc picolinate. Which of these two active forms should be favoured? Here is our view.

Zinc possesses several beneficial properties for the skin and hair. However, it is not stable in cosmetic formulations and is incorporated in various forms. Among these, zinc citrate and zinc gluconate are particularly notable. But which active ingredient should one choose? Discover some elements of the answer in this article.

Zinc gluconate is one of the most commonly used forms of zinc in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. This active ingredient indeed has numerous benefits for the body, skin, and hair. Properties, method of obtaining, precautions for use... Discover everything you need to know about zinc gluconate.

Zinc gluconate is an active ingredient found in both cosmetic products and certain acne-targeting medications. Beyond its benefits for the skin, zinc gluconate can also be used to improve the condition of hair, and more specifically, the scalp. Learn more about the benefits of this active ingredient when applied to hair.

Zinc gluconate is a form of zinc that is very well tolerated by the skin. An active ingredient with numerous benefits, it is incorporated into a multitude of skincare products. Among these are facial creams, restorative treatments, mattifying serums, masks... Let's explore together all the virtues of zinc gluconate for the skin.