Ingredient
Zinc PCA
Common in oily-skin, deodorant and scalp formulas and often paired with niacinamide.
Category: Oil Control
Chemical formula: C10H12N2O6Zn
Main cosmetic effects: Sebum-balancing; moisturizing; antimicrobial support.
Source: Zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid.
Developer / supplier: Cosmetic chemistry suppliers
Origin: Europe / Global
Representative product: Niacinamide + Zinc serums
Approx. retail price (USD): 7-20
Evidence maturity: Moderate evidence
What it does
Sebum-balancing; moisturizing; antimicrobial support.
Notes
Oil Control | Moderate evidence