Ingredient
Zinc Oxide
Mineral sunscreen remains important for sensitive-skin and tinted SPF markets.
Category: Mineral UV Filter
Chemical formula: ZnO
Main cosmetic effects: Broad-spectrum UV protection; skin protectant functionality.
Source: Processed zinc mineral / manufactured zinc oxide.
Developer / supplier: Longstanding inorganic materials industry
Origin: United States / Australia / Global
Representative product: EltaMD UV Clear / mineral SPF products
Approx. retail price (USD): 40-50
Evidence maturity: Strong evidence
What it does
Broad-spectrum UV protection; skin protectant functionality.
Notes
Mineral UV Filter | Strong evidence