Zinc: how to protect your skin?

Zinc : comment bien protéger sa peau ?

Zinc is a trace element that plays an important role in protecting our body, notably by intervening in various metabolisms as an anti-inflammatory.

It is involved in over 200 chemical reactions in the body, including :

  • wound healing
  • growth
  • DNA repair

Zinc is considered an essential trace element for the proper development and strengthening of our body: a necessary antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

Zinc deficiencies are well known, and the list includes the following:

  • Immunity problems
  • Hair loss
  • Skin lesions

It is highly recommended to be able to provide an additional source of Zinc to avoid any deficiency, by choosing a suitable diet, and using skin care products rich in this trace element.

Which foods to choose?

Zinc is found in both plant and animal products. But where it is found most, and best assimilated, is in animal products such as seafood, offal, meats and cheeses.

A varied diet with regular, but not intensive, meat consumption is essential for healthy growth.

Seafood contains a high level of zinc, giving it excellent antioxidant properties and ensuring that the body and skin function properly.

Zinc: its use in cosmetics

As we have seen, Zinc is an essential trace element for our skin, and particularly in cosmetics, where it becomes an active ingredient with a protective role thanks to its antibacterial and protective properties.

Zinc cares for

  • Irritated skin
  • Weakened skin

An indispensable ingredient in the fight against bacteria and inflammation. It is therefore found in many cosmetic products. Zinc is a precious asset for sensitive skin in particular, and is often used to treat skin problems.

Zinc: which product to choose to make up for deficiency?

Gemology offers you a product that enables you to :

  • Soothe
  • Repair
  • Protect your skin

Smithsonite Concentrate, containing Smithsonite stone, is rich in Zinc. It is ideal for all types of sensitive and reactive skin. To make it even more effective as a soother and protector, we've coupled Zinc with Calcium from Mother-of-Pearl to stimulate cell renewal for the skin barrier.

Whatever the source of Zinc, it is essential to the functioning of our body, both metabolically and as a protective factor, as in the healing process.

It's best to adopt good dietary and cosmetic habits to ensure a sufficient supply of zinc.

Discover our range of innovative products and let yourself be seduced by products rich in Zinc.