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Zinc Oxide (AROMA-ZONE) 10 g

Why Zinc Oxide Remains a Core Mineral Filter for Skin Protection

Zinc Oxide from AROMA-ZONE in a compact 10 g pack is a fine mineral powder that functions as a physical barrier against ultraviolet radiation. Rather than chemically absorbing UV rays, it reflects and scatters them on the skin surface, offering broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB wavelengths. This is why the ingredient belongs to the section UV and SPF Filters for Cosmetics, where formulators find components for building sun protection formulas of varying strength.

Globally, the strongest demand for zinc oxide comes from sunscreen manufacturing, where it is used either alone or alongside organic filters to build stable SPF formulas. At the same time, the compound is heavily used in baby care products such as diaper rash creams, barrier ointments and soothing powders, since it forms a protective film on sensitive skin and helps calm irritation. In color cosmetics it is added to foundations, powders and BB creams as a mattifying and opacifying agent, while in pharmaceutical and household applications it remains a classic base for zinc ointments and hand protection balms.

The 10 g size is well suited for home formulators and small trial batches, allowing you to test the right protection percentage, check emulsion texture and confirm compatibility with other actives before scaling up production. Typical usage rates range from 5 to 25 percent depending on the target SPF level: higher concentrations create a denser protective layer, but also require careful dispersion to avoid clumping or a visible white cast on the skin.

Zinc oxide should be introduced into the oil phase of an emulsion at around 40-60°C, mixed thoroughly until smooth before combining with the water phase. To keep the mineral particles evenly suspended and prevent settling over the shelf life of the finished product, many formulators rely on Disteardimonium Hectorite as a stabilizing thickener. To broaden UV coverage and boost overall SPF stability, zinc oxide is often paired with the chemical filter Benzophenone-4, which helps achieve higher protection without simply increasing the mineral load. To offset the slightly drying effect zinc oxide can have on skin, hydrating ingredients such as Pearl Hydrolysate are commonly added to soften and nourish the epidermis.

Store zinc oxide in a dry, tightly sealed container away from moisture and direct sunlight, since exposure to humid air can cause the powder to clump. Under proper storage conditions the product remains stable for a long period without losing its functional properties.

Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Trial Batch

Distilled water 55 g

Jojoba oil 18 g

Emulsifying wax 6 g

Zinc oxide 9 g

Disteardimonium Hectorite 1 g

Pearl hydrolysate 5 g

Preservative 1 g

Melt the emulsifying wax together with jojoba oil in a heatproof container and warm to about 60°C. Blend zinc oxide into a small portion of the warm oil phase until you get a smooth, lump-free paste, then combine with the remaining oil phase. Heat the water to the same temperature and slowly pour it into the oil phase while stirring continuously until a stable, thick emulsion forms. Once cooled to 40°C, mix in Disteardimonium Hectorite, pearl hydrolysate and preservative, stir until fully blended, and transfer the finished lotion into a clean, airtight jar.

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INCI	Oxide de Zinc
Other
Color product	white
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	ate and problem skin creams - 0.5-2%, shampoos and shower gels - 0.5-1%, toothpastes - 0.5-1%, sun protection line - 5-25%, deodorants, masks for face and head - 2-5%, home first aid kit: healing balms, emollient ointments - 5-25%
Minimum count	1
Name	Zinc Oxide (AROMA-ZONE) 10 g
Other names	zinc white, zinc oxide, ZnO, zinc white, zinc oxide
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	10 grams
View	white layered powder
Valid until	10.2028