ZINC OXIDE, THE ESSENTIAL MINERAL IN CREATIVE COSMETICS

Zinc oxide: the essential mineral in Creative Cosmetics

Zinc oxide is one of the most important ingredients in our mineral make-up and is found in many of our foundations, powders and concealers. In this blog you'll learn what zinc oxide is, what it does in make-up and what you should not expect from it.

🌿 What is zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is a white mineral powder. In make-up it is used as a pigment: it provides coverage, lightens shades and gives a soft, matte finish. On the label you'll recognise it as Zinc Oxide or CI 77947.

✨ What does zinc oxide do in our make-up?

• Light, even coverage that you build up layer by layer
• Mattifying effect: it absorbs shine, which is nice for an oilier T-zone
• Gentle on the skin: many people with sensitive skin find make-up with zinc oxide comfortable to wear
• Visually camouflages redness and imperfections without a thick layer

☀️ What about sun protection?

Zinc oxide is also used as a UV filter in sunscreens. Even so, our make-up is not sun protection: it has not been tested for SPF, and you never apply enough make-up for reliable protection. So always use a separate sunscreen under your make-up.

🧴 Camouflage, not treatment

Our make-up evens out your complexion and feels light, but it does not treat skin conditions such as acne or rosacea. If you suffer from these, ask your GP or dermatologist for advice. Try a new product on a small patch of skin first.

🧡 Why we love zinc oxide

At Creative Cosmetics we believe in short, transparent formulas. Zinc oxide fits in perfectly: one mineral that combines coverage, a matte finish and a soft feel. And as you've come to expect from us: no parabens, no fragrance and the full INCI list for every product.

Have you already experienced how make-up with zinc oxide feels on your skin? Share your experience with us in the comments or on Instagram with #creativecosmetics.

Would you like personal advice on which shade or product suits your skin best? Our make-up artists are happy to help!