02/02/2026
Cosmetic Ingredient of the Day!
INCI or Common Name
Zinc gluconate (zinc salt of gluconic acid).
Functions
Deodorant, skin conditioning (the function attributed to a cosmetic ingredient that maintains the skin in good condition).
Potential Effects
Persistent and bioaccumlative in wildlife, not assessed for safety in cosmetics by CIR (the Cosmetic Ingredient Review is a body set up in 1976 by the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association. It uses an Expert Panel (CIREP) to review the safety of ingredients used in cosmetics).
Possible Uses
Cosmetic: facial cleanser, antiaging, moisturiser.
Other: dietary supplements.
The Chemical Maze Shopping Companion, Bill Statham.