Zinc gluconate is a zinc salt with antibacterial, sebum-regulating, and wound healing properties. It is effective against inflammatory acne and can be used as a supplement or applied topically to the skin. Zinc gluconate is suitable for acne-prone and healing skin types. It is also used in skin care products due to its skin-conditioning properties. Zinc gluconate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by FDA and is available as a trace mineral supplement and over the counter as a lozenge form for a reduced duration of common colds and with decreased symptom severity.
Benefit title : Anti-acne Benefit Description : Zinc gluconate has antibacterial properties that help fight acne-causing bacteria, including P. acnes. Benefit title : Sebum-regulating Benefit Description : Zinc gluconate helps regulate sebum production, which can help reduce acne and improve skin texture. Benefit title : Wound healing Benefit Description : Zinc gluconate has wound healing properties that can help soothe and heal irritated skin. Benefit title : Antioxidant Benefit Description : Zinc gluconate stimulates antioxidant enzyme systems and plays a role in cellular regeneration. Benefit title : Skin-conditioning Benefit Description : Zinc gluconate helps improve skin texture and appearance.
Acne-prone, healing
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and mouth irritation have been reported in patients ingesting zinc gluconate tablets that were dissolved in the mouth for management the common cold.
Avoid milk and dairy products. Separate the use of zinc from these products by at least 2 hours before administration. Separate for 2 hours after administration if these products also contain phosphorus. Do not take with bran and high fiber foods. For optimal absorption, take zinc at least 2 hours before or after eating high-fiber foods. Take on an empty stomach. Take at least 1 hour before and 2 hours after eating for optimal absorption. Zinc can be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset.
Zinc gluconate is produced by complete neutralisation of gluconic acid with a high purity zinc source and subsequent spray-drying.
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Zinc gluconate is also used in skin care products due to its skin-conditioning properties. It helps improve skin texture and appearance. Zinc gluconate is also used to accelerate the healing process of wounds and lesions, and at the same time prevents the formation of new scars. Zinc gluconate can be used on the scalp against dandruff and fungal infections.