What skin types is Zinc good for?

Zinc is best suited for Oily, Combination, Normal skin types.

What can you mix with Zinc?

Zinc works well with Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Zinc safe to use every day?

Zinc can generally be used morning and evening. Recommended concentration: 1–5% in leave-on formulations.

Zinc

Zinc Sulfate

Also known as: Zinc Gluconate · Zinc Sulfate · Zinc Acetate · Zinc PCA

Acne-fightingOil controlAnti-inflammatory

“A trace mineral that regulates sebum, calms acne, and supports wound healing.”

Skin types

Oily, Combination

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

AM & PM

Concentration

1–5%

What it does

Zinc is an essential trace mineral with multiple skin functions. In topical skincare it regulates sebum production, reduces P. acnes bacteria, and has anti-inflammatory properties. Different zinc compounds (zinc gluconate, zinc sulfate, zinc acetate) offer slightly different efficacy profiles but all target acne and oiliness.

Benefits

Regulates excess sebum production
Antibacterial against acne-causing bacteria
Anti-inflammatory — reduces redness and swelling
Supports wound healing and skin repair

How to layer

☀️ Morning routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

SPF

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

After toning, before moisturiser

Good for

Oily skinCombination skinNormal skin

Works well with

Niacinamide ›Salicylic Acid ›Tea Tree Oil ›

Heads up

⚠High concentrations may be drying

How to use

Apply zinc-containing serums or creams after cleansing, focusing on oily or breakout-prone areas.

Typical concentration: 1–5% in leave-on formulations