Scientific name: Zinc PCA
Classification: Chemical compound
Purifying, soothing balancing agent.
Tales from Nature
Zinc PCA is a compound derived from zinc and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, known for its sebum-regulating, purifying and antibacterial properties.
An interesting curiosity is that Zinc PCA combines the benefits of the mineral zinc with those of PCA, a molecule naturally present in the skin as a moisturizing factor, making it an effective yet gentle active. It is also often used in scalp products, where it helps reduce dandruff and soothe irritation.
Skin Benefits
Especially useful in treatments for impure, oily or acne-prone skin. It has antibacterial properties, helping to reduce sebum production, counteract bacterial overgrowth that causes skin infections and maintain the balance of the skin microbiome, improving the appearance of the skin without dehydrating it.
Benefits Hair
Sebum-regulating action
Zinc PCA helps reduce excess sebum on the scalp, making it ideal for oily hair or hair with a tendency to become heavy. Promotes cleaner, fresher skin for longer.
Purifying and antibacterial properties
Exerts a natural antibacterial and antimicrobial action, helping to prevent irritation, itching and dandruff, keeping the scalp healthy.
Supports hair growth
By promoting a more balanced, impurity-free environment, Zinc PCA creates ideal conditions for healthy hair growth by supporting the activity of hair follicles.
Balanced hydration
The PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid) component helps retain moisture, improving scalp hydration without greasiness, and contributing to the well-being of the hair fiber.
Zinc PCA is a complete active that purifies, rebalances, and moisturizes, making it ideal for soothing, sebum-regulating, and rebalancing treatments, especially for oily hair, sensitive skin, or skin prone to flaking.
