Sebum-balancing mineral salt
Zinc PCA
INCI: Zinc PCA·Studied at 0.1–1%·Limited evidence
The zinc salt of a natural moisturising-factor amino acid, usually a supporting act to niacinamide, included for the look of a balanced, less-shiny complexion.
Studied for
- ·The look of balanced shine and refined-looking pores
How it’s thought to work
Studied for association with the appearance of reduced surface shine; the cosmetic evidence is modest and it is typically a low-percentage support ingredient.