Zinc PCA
Oil control & balancing
What is Zinc PCA?
Zinc combined with PCA, a component of the skin's natural moisturising factor. The zinc helps regulate oil (sebum) and has mild antibacterial properties, while the PCA helps hold moisture — a combination often used for oily and breakout-prone skin.
In skincare terms, Zinc PCA is a soothing ingredient often used to calm the look of redness and sensitivity, and a hydrating ingredient that helps the skin attract and hold on to water.
What does it do?
Zinc PCA is primarily used for oil control & balancing.
Who it may suit
It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated by most skin types.
Where you'll find it
In our catalogue, Zinc PCA appears in moisturisers, cleansers, sets, masks and more.
Also listed as
On an ingredients label (INCI), Zinc PCA may appear as: zinc pca.
Related ingredients
NiacinamideCentella AsiaticaWhey ProteinGreen Tea ExtractCucumber ExtractAloe VeraPanthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)Bisabolol
This is educational information, not medical advice. Skin reactions vary between individuals — patch test new products and consult a professional if you have specific concerns.
