What exactly is zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is a natural product (oxidized zinc) that is widely used in sunscreens or Day creams with a protection factor, because it naturally protects against the sun. However, most manufacturers use zinc oxide that has been refined so strongly (into nano-particles) that it can enter the blood through the skin, which is not desirable. Also, the zinc particles are often coated with a layer of silicone, which in turn can be harmful in combination with exposure to sunlight. Non-dwarf, ongecoate Zinc oxide is completely safe for use and an excellent ingredient for homemade, natural sunscreens.

How do I use zinc oxide?

Before you get started with zinc oxide, Read the following text carefully:

Zinc oxide is a fi ja white powder and is otherwise safe for use, but they can respiratory tract irritate when it gets inbreathed. That is why it is wise if you are going to make your own sunscreen to, for example,Tie a t-shirt in front of your mouth/nose while you're at it. It is also important that you the zinc oxide does NOT mix met Flaxseed oil. Linseed oil reacts with zinc oxide causing heating and this can be dangerous.