Minimalist Zinc Oxide + B5 Healing Ointment Versus Desitin Maximum Strength Original Zinc Oxide Paste
Updated on December 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both body treatments. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Minimalist Zinc Oxide + B5 Healing Ointment 18 ingredients
Desitin Maximum Strength Original Zinc Oxide Paste 10 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Minimalist Zinc Oxide + B5 Healing Ointment 18 ingredients
Desitin Maximum Strength Original Zinc Oxide Paste 10 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Petrolatum
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Magnesium Sulfate
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Oleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Zinc Oxide, Petrolatum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Microcrystalline Wax, Panthenol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumZinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
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