Zinc oxide powder, pure pharmaceutical grade.Zinc oxide is used in topical skin products as a protective coating for mild skin irritations and abrasions. It can promote the healing of chapped skin and diaper rash. Zinc oxide works as a mild astringent and has some antiseptic properties.Moderate concentrations (e.g., 15%) are usually used for prevention of diaper rash. Higher concentrations (up to 40%) may have absorptive properties and are usually used for treatment of diaper rash.
