4.0
A gentle, stable vitamin C derivative that pairs antioxidant protection with zinc's soothing properties, ideal for sensitive skin.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
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4.0
A gentle, stabilized vitamin C derivative that pairs with zinc to support antioxidant protection and even skin tone with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincareantioxidant
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Zinc Aspartate is a gentle, antioxidant form of zinc that helps calm irritation and protect skin from environmental stress without the drying effect of some other zinc forms.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincareantioxidant
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Zinc Citrate is a gentle, non-irritating ingredient that helps calm skin, reduce oiliness, and provide antioxidant protection without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A gentle antioxidant complex that pairs zinc with the amino acid cysteine to help calm and protect skin.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincareantioxidant
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Zinc glycinate is a well-tolerated, chelated zinc that offers antioxidant protection and soothing benefits without the irritation of other zinc forms.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincareantioxidant
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Zingerone is a ginger-derived antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research in cosmetics is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A gentle, lab-grown plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A plant compound with early research suggesting antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, but human skincare studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A plant compound with early research suggesting antioxidant and soothing benefits, but more human studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in skincare.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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Ziyu Glycoside III is a plant compound with early evidence of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, but research in cosmetic formulations is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidant
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