Question 1

can zinc oxide be used on jock itch?

Accepted Answer

No.: Zinc oxide ointment has no active ingredients in it that would kill the dermatophyte (fungus) that causes jock itch. However, it might be useful as a preventative, by decreasing the chafing and friction that often leads to jock itch.

Question 2

can zinc oxide be applied directly on skin as a sun block?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is the active ingredient in many sunblocks and can be very effective.

Question 3

what is  effect of zinc oxide on acne?

Accepted Answer

Fads for acne: Some things will work for some of the people some of the time. Zinc oxide is one of those things. Prescription meds are things that work for a lot of people most of the time.

Question 4

zinc oxide tablets what is it for?

Accepted Answer

Zinc defecit: Common symptoms include , loss of taste, poor healing, and prostate dysfucntion.

Question 5

can zinc oxide be used to treat itch?

Accepted Answer

Jock itch: Head down to your local drug store and pick up a jock itch treatment. When choosing a treatment be sure to select one with plenty of zinc oxide as the active ingredient. Many people opt for gold bond powder which contains zinc oxide and also helps absorb moisture. Diaper rash creams have also been used with positive results.

Question 6

does zinc oxide oinment work for sun?

Accepted Answer

Zinc Oxide: can create a protective barrier against the sun's UV rays.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: zinc oxide?

Accepted Answer

Zinc Oxide: Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound with the formula zno. It usually appears as a white powder, nearly insoluble in water. The powder is widely used as an additive into numerous materials and products 

http://encyclopedia.Thefreedictionary.Com/zinc+oxide.

Question 8

are zinc oxide and sunscreens safe for toddlers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sunscreen is very important for your toddler. Every sunburn increases the risk of skin cancer later in life. Use at least spf 30 and reapply frequently. Hats and sunproof clothing are helpful also but the most important thing is to limit exposure.

Question 9

what is the beneficial effect of zinc oxide on acne?

Accepted Answer

Beneficial: If you use a broad spectrum sunscreen that contains both zinc oxide and 5% niacinamide (elta uv clear), the benefits will be favorable.

Question 10

is titanium dioxide as good as zinc oxide?

Accepted Answer

Roughly equivalent: They are roughly equivalent as sunscreens but the preparation will have a lot to do with the effectiveness.

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