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A member asked:

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

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

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 2/6/2019

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My daughter's skin is very sensitive & also allergic to sunblock. Is it true that you can use desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) diaper rash cream as a sunblock?

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My 10 month old daughter has a severe diaper rash which includes broken, raw skin. I have used Desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) and A&D liberally to no avail. What will help?

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Persistant anal burning .I've been experiencing soiling after defecation that lasts for hours so my skin was also irritated.After I used zinc oxide my skin is fine but my anal canal from inside still burns?I went to many drs but with no help

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