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Zinc Oxide Pharma Netherlands 50 g

What makes pharmaceutical zinc oxide a dual-purpose ingredient for skincare and sun protection

Pharmaceutical grade zinc oxide from the Netherlands, packed in a 50 gram format, suits home formulators, small studios and anyone testing a new recipe before scaling up production. This fine mineral powder belongs to the Sun protection components category, being one of the few natural physical filters capable of reflecting and scattering both UVA and UVB rays while remaining stable under prolonged sun exposure.

Worldwide demand for zinc oxide is historically led by pharmaceutical and dermatological use rather than cosmetics alone. It is a common ingredient in baby powders, drying pastes for diaper rash and skin irritation, wound care ointments, and after sun soothing creams. Its mild astringent and drying action makes it valuable in pharmacy grade formulations where gentle protection of irritated or weeping skin is required without harsh active ingredients. The pharmaceutical purity level guaranteed by the Dutch manufacturer ensures long term stability of the powder without unwanted contamination during storage.

The second major application is sun care cosmetics, where zinc oxide functions as a broad spectrum physical mineral filter. Unlike chemical filters, it does not penetrate the skin and starts working immediately upon application, which is particularly valued in formulas for sensitive and children's skin. Modern sunscreen recipes often combine it with encapsulated UV systems such as Nanoemulsion encapsulating UVA UVB, allowing formulators to increase the overall protection factor without adding weight to the finished texture.

When building an emulsion, zinc oxide should be introduced during the oil phase, first blended with a portion of the base oil at 60-70 degrees Celsius until a smooth, lump free paste is achieved. This step significantly improves the even distribution of particles throughout the final cream or lotion. In sunscreen emulsions the working dosage usually ranges from 5 to 20 grams per 100 grams of finished product depending on the target protection factor, while drying pastes and powders may contain up to 25-40 grams per 100 grams of base. To soften the texture and add antioxidant support, Raspberry Seed Oil pairs particularly well with zinc oxide, helping the skin cope with free radicals generated by sun exposure.

Zinc oxide combined with plant oils and waxes is also a common base for solid protective balms and sunscreen sticks, and it can be blended into ready natural bases such as Ecran solaire naturel when a formulator wants to raise the protection level without reworking the whole recipe. The ingredient is compatible with titanium dioxide, panthenol, calendula and chamomile extracts, extending its use from sun protection products to soothing after sun creams.

Store the powder in a tightly sealed container, in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, since prolonged contact with humid air gradually reduces its technological properties. The 50 gram format is well suited for trial batches, laboratory testing of new formulas and small home productions where checking the correct dosage before ordering larger volumes is essential.

Mineral sunscreen stick with zinc oxide

Zinc oxide 10 g

Raspberry seed oil 8 ml

Beeswax 12 g

Shea butter 15 g

Coconut oil 5 ml

Melt the beeswax, shea butter and coconut oil together in a double boiler until fully liquid. In a separate small bowl, mix the zinc oxide with the raspberry seed oil, stirring until a smooth paste with no visible lumps forms. Slowly pour the melted wax and butter mixture into the zinc oxide paste, whisking continuously to obtain a uniform blend. Pour the warm mixture into empty stick tubes or small tins and let it cool undisturbed at room temperature until fully solid. Apply a thin layer to exposed skin before sun exposure, reapplying as needed throughout the day.

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INCI	Zinc Oxides
Other
Color product	white
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0.5-2% up to 5%. A zinc oxide content of 25% can be found in Lassar's pharmacy paste (the so-called zinc-salicylic ointment).
Minimum count	1
Name	Zinc Oxide Pharma Netherlands 50 g
Other names	zinc white, zinc oxide, ZnO, zinc white, zinc oxide
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	insoluble in water and alcohol, dispersible in triglycerides, glycerin, polysorbate and oil
View	fine layered powder
Valid until	10.2028