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What is the definition or description of: zinc oxide allergy?
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Never seen one: Zn oxide is rather inert and thus if you develop a contact skin allergy to it, it is most likely from other ingredients in the preparation or from having a photosensitive skin condition.
Answered 1/24/2021
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