zinc oxide
noun
: an infusible white solid ZnO used especially as a pigment, in compounding rubber, and in pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations (such as ointments and sunblocks)
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It’s formulated with reef-safe zinc oxide and hyaluronic acid adds a boost of hydration.
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Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Calamine lotion: This topical treatment contains zinc oxide, which can soothe irritated or itchy skin.6
Medicated shampoo: Shampoos that contain medical-grade coal tar can help reduce eczema symptoms on your scalp.
—Sarah Hudgens, Health, 19 June 2025
It’s powered by non-nano zinc oxide (that’s your UV blocker), plus prickly pear extract (to protect against blue-light pollution) and skin-soothing white sage extract.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 16 June 2025
Most rely on mineral filters like non-nano zinc oxide, though there are a few chemical formulas that pass the test too.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 16 June 2025
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Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Calamine lotion: This topical treatment contains zinc oxide, which can soothe irritated or itchy skin.6
Medicated shampoo: Shampoos that contain medical-grade coal tar can help reduce eczema symptoms on your scalp.
—Sarah Hudgens, Health, 19 June 2025
It’s powered by non-nano zinc oxide (that’s your UV blocker), plus prickly pear extract (to protect against blue-light pollution) and skin-soothing white sage extract.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 16 June 2025
Most rely on mineral filters like non-nano zinc oxide, though there are a few chemical formulas that pass the test too.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 16 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for zinc oxide
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“Zinc oxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zinc%20oxide. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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