One of the most ironic things about wearing makeup to cover acne is that doing so can cause you to break out even more. If you’ve been applying concealer and foundation onto freshly cleansed skin ...

Zinc oxide is considered safe to protect your skin from irritation and the sun. Unlike titanium dioxide, zinc oxide offers broad-spectrum protection from the entire spectrum of UVA and UVB rays. It's ...

Overview: Topical zinc oxide is applied to the skin to protect irritated skin and prevent or treat rashes caused by wetness such as diaper rash. It works by forming a barrier that protects the skin ...

It won’t be long before the heady musk of coconut-scented zinc oxide suffuses the summer air, announcing the success of vehement public health warnings against the dangers of unprotected tanning. The ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Nick Blackmer is a ...