Side Effects Of Zinc Oxide On The Skin

As a kind of chemical, active zinc oxide is often put into medicine, and the key is to nourish and maintain it. But what needs everyone to pay attention to is that the application of active zinc oxide and other drugs will cause some reactions. Many people do not know what active zinc oxide is. In fact, there are active zinc oxide on some creams we usually use. So what are the side effects of active zinc oxide on the skin?

1. Take taboo

Active zinc oxide, the key component of zinc oxide ointment, is mainly used for subacute or subacute dermatitis, eczema, prickly heat, and mild, small total skin ulcers. Zinc oxide ointment is called a panacea." But is it not suitable for application under all conditions? Because creams and ointments have a certain practical effect of sealing, therefore, subacute eczema is accompanied by many extravasation, large-scale ulcers, chaos, Blisters, bullae and other skin lesions accompanied by wound exudate should be minimized with zinc oxide ointment.

2. Dehydration

Although zinc oxide ointment is used as a skin protective film, theoretically all normal skin can be used as a protective moisturizing and moisturizing. However, due to the actual moisture absorption and astringency of active zinc oxide particles, it will actually cause mild skin damage. Dehydration effect, so it is not recommended to use zinc oxide ointment as a skin care product for patients with dry skin as the basic disease such as atopic dermatitis, diffuse eczema, senile pruritus, and unusual psoriasis. (When combined with subacute disease or mild extravasation, it can be applied to the skin lesions to heal or stabilize in a short time). Such patients should usually choose moisturizing and hydrating appliances that are similar to the lipid composition of skin physiology.

3. Skin allergies

Zinc oxide ointment has skin allergies and its application site has burning, itching, swelling, etc. Implementation opinions: It is recommended to pay attention to some daily cleaning, and use active zinc oxide cream to observe. Skin care products: fake and mildewed skin care products, extremely irritating skin care products and some pharmaceutical skin care products. Chemical products: mosquito coils, plastics, vulcanized rubber, dyes, paints, fragrances, ethanol, etc., some people even have chemical fibers Clothes and pants are also prone to skin allergies. Some hair dyes, cold perms, shampoos, and hair care products can easily cause skin allergies in these people, and even cause corneal inflammation. Drugs: such as sulfonamides, contraceptives, etc. Ingredients: for example Fish, shrimp, milk, etc. Other elements: bee pollen, floating dust, small animal hair, metal materials, fabrics are often allergens for sensitive skin. Some people are allergic to cold, warm air, and ultraviolet rays. Skin allergies. Skin diseases are complicated.