Zinc in importance for the body takes the second position, yielding primacy to iron. Its deficiency will primarily affect the hair and skin - they lose their healthy appearance, and wounds and cuts do not heal for a long time. It is a magical trace element. It deserves special attention and is worth taking a closer look at.
Zinc exhibits the highest activity in combination with oxygen (zinc oxide). It is in this form that it is presented in the zinc ointment, which will be discussed.
Composition and release form of the drug
Zinc oxide is produced in various forms (ointment, paste, liniment). All are for outdoor use only. The ointment contains 10 grams of zinc oxide and one hundred grams of petroleum jelly, which serves as a base and protects the skin from drying out.
The drug belongs to the group of absorbent, astringent and protective skin care products. Thanks to these properties, an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect is realized. The ointment dries well, therefore it is recommended for all processes with exudation (it gets wet and swells).
This usually occurs in the first phase of the wound process. For example, when there is an inflammatory fluid and fibrinous-necrotic plaque at the bottom of a trophic ulcer. At this point, water-soluble ointments, antiseptics in the form of a solution, dressings with sorbents, as well as enzymatic preparations are always used. Zinc ointment works great here too.
Important: the ointment is not used for purulent inflammation. First you need to get rid of pathogenic microbes (antibacterial) agents. Only after that, apply the medicine to a clean wound surface - it will dry out and accelerate healing.
The indications for the use of zinc ointment are: treatment and prevention of diaper dermatitis. Eczema, diaper rash, skin lesions (no pus). Burns, including sunburn, cuts, wounds.
If, when using the ointment for 7-10 days, the process does not subside, it is necessary to reconsider the treatment.
How does zinc ointment work?
How does zinc ointment help? Zinc is involved in the work of more than 300 enzymes involved in the process of cell division. During wound healing, active synthesis of new cells begins. It is important that there is enough zinc at this moment, the need for it increases sharply. Applying zinc ointment allows cells to divide properly and synthesize enough collagen to heal cuts.
Zinc oxide has the ability to attract water. Therefore, the wounds dry out, and the tissues seem to be stretched, creating conditions for healing.
Zinc affects the glands, in particular the sebaceous ones, reducing the production of fat, which has a beneficial effect on the elasticity of the skin and eliminates the blockage of the ducts.
Zinc oxide effectively blocks UV radiation. Therefore, zinc ointment has found application in sunscreens.
Due to its physicochemical properties, the ointment forms a protective barrier against the action of irritating factors - this provides the anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect of the drug.
The disinfecting effect of zinc ointment is based on the ability of metal ions to have a destructive effect on the protein of microbes, causing its destruction, which leads to the death of microorganisms. Of course, the ointment will not cope with a violent infectious process.
The astringent effect of the drug is realized through protein denaturation on the skin surface when exposed to zinc compounds.
What does Zinc Ointment help with? Instructions for use
From hemorrhoids
Zinc ointment is indicated for the treatment of external, uncomplicated hemorrhoids. It has the following effect:
- eliminates itching, burning;
- dries up;
- relieves inflammation; irritation
- tightens small wounds; cracks;
- increases the protective properties of the skin in the anal area;
- helps to shrink hemorrhoids.
The ointment is applied in a thin layer to the sore spot up to 6 times a day. This is usually done with a cotton swab or with your finger. Before application, the skin in the anal area is washed and dried.
Zinc ointment does not treat bacterial and fungal infections, as well as hemorrhoids with complications such as bleeding or entrapment.
For herpes
This unpleasant pathology is accompanied by a rash in the form of bubbles. They burst, a weeping surface is formed, which does not heal for a long time. Zinc ointment acts as a drying agent and accelerates the healing process.
From burns
In the instructions for use, zinc ointment has an indication for the treatment of burns. This effect is realized due to the participation of zinc in collagen synthesis. The regeneration process is accelerated, the burn area dries up, the inflammation subsides. These are beneficial factors in the treatment of burns.
In addition, the ointment creates a protective film on the sore surface, due to this, the pain is reduced. It is used 4-6 times a day, covering the burn area with a thin layer. The course of treatment is up to a month.
You can apply an ointment under the bandage. Treatment with zinc ointment is indicated for burns with redness and swelling without blisters. This stage is difficult and specialized help is required.
Diaper dermatitis in children
A well-proven ointment for the prevention of dermatitis in children. The ointment is applied to the baby's clean, dry skin (under the diaper), especially before going to bed. Thus, we prevent the appearance of skin inflammation in contact with wet linen and urine.
For the purpose of treatment, the ointment is applied three times a day in a thin layer (with each diaper change) when diaper rash or skin inflammation appears.
With psoriasis
Psoriasis of problem areas is difficult to treat. Hormonal ointments are powerful, while others are inconvenient or ineffective. It is in the axillary and inguinal zones that zinc ointment is used. It will dry, relieve itching.
By normalizing the processes of keratinization, reducing hyperkeratosis, it will stop the spread of psoriatic plaques. Does not apply to flaked surfaces. First you need keratolytic agents, and then zinc ointment. Or use salicylic-zinc ointment on the scales.
In psoriasis, zinc ointment has an advantage - it can be used during pregnancy and lactation. As a rule, it is recommended in combination with other products. Moreover, it quickly becomes addictive, therefore, after 3 weeks of treatment, a break is needed to restore sensitivity.
During pregnancy
The instructions of the drug indicate that when used externally, zinc ointment practically does not penetrate into the systemic circulation and does not have a resorptive effect.
These data allow the use of the ointment during pregnancy. Although research in this area is lacking, therefore, a more precise formulation sounds like this: use is possible if the benefits do not outweigh the risk to the fetus.
In addition, zinc ointments have proven effective. with calluses and cracked heels.
Application in cosmetology
Using expensive products in cosmetology, we do not realize that they are based on zinc. It is much easier and cheaper to remember about zinc ointment in time. Its proper use in a judicious combination with other ointments can be as effective as expensive products.
Apply zinc ointment for acne and acne (blackheads) in adolescents. It removes the focus of inflammation, swelling and pain inherent in acne. Also prevents acne from spreading to healthy areas.
Due to what it is possible to remove acne:
- zinc reduces the production of secretion by the sebaceous glands;
- reduces the resistance of bacteria to antibiotics,
- normalizes the processes of skin epithelialization;
- has a slight anti-inflammatory effect.
Basic rules for using zinc ointment for acne
The skin must be cleaned first, in no case should it be used together with decorative cosmetics. It is not yet known what compounds will result from the reaction. As a result, the number of acne can increase.
The maximum number of applications is 6 times a day. Ointment for mucous membranes (mouth, eyes) is not recommended. In case of contact, rinse with water.
You should not take breaks in treatment, it should be regular.
During the period of using zinc ointment, it is advisable to exclude foods rich in copper, soy protein. Additionally, get zinc from food (spinach, beans, nuts, eggs).
A more pronounced effect in reducing the production of subcutaneous fat has a combined agent - salicylic-zinc ointment (Lassar paste). In addition to zinc, it contains salicylic acid and starch.
Dermatologists advise modern remedies with active zinc ions in the treatment of these problems. For example, "Zinerit" (zinc acetate), gel "Curiosin" (zinc hyaluronate). These compounds turned out to be more powerful, but their cost is much higher.
How can you improve your face with zinc ointment?
It turns out that the ointment helps to remove wrinkles, smooths out minor blemishes and has a slight whitening effect.
Contraindications and side effects of zinc ointment
There are almost no contraindications and undesirable consequences from the use of the ointment in the instructions.
You can not use it for allergic reactions to the auxiliary components that make up the ointment. It is also better to cancel its use if the skin inflammation intensifies during the treatment process. Or itching, new rashes and other changes appeared at the site of application of the ointment.
Contraindicated for the treatment of purulent and fungal eruptions. It is not advisable to use zinc ointment for a dry face for a long time.
Cases of overdose with local use have not been established.
It should not be forgotten that the ointment is intended only for external use, and it is not advisable to lubricate the mucous membranes.
Can be used in newborns and infants. It is suitable for their delicate skin. This is evidenced by numerous reviews of mothers about a miracle remedy for babies in the treatment of prickly heat and other dermatitis.
One of the universal preparations used for a variety of skin diseases is Zinc ointment. Children and adults are successfully treated with it, it is relatively safe, practically has no side effects. Zinc ointment became widespread from, thanks to its ability to prevent inflammation and infection, to quickly heal wounds.
Clinical and pharmacological group
The drug belongs to the category of topical anti-inflammatory drugs.
Composition and form of release
Zinc ointment is made 10%, white, sometimes with a slight yellowish tinge.
The active ingredient of the drug is zinc oxide - 0.1 g in 1 g of the product.
Auxiliary components: white soft paraffin, lanolin, petroleum jelly (depending on the manufacturer).
The drug is sold in plastic or aluminum tubes. Some manufacturers produce ointment in glass jars.
There are many other zinc oxide products that have the same properties as Zinc Ointment. These are Desitin, Diaderm, Tsindol, zinc paste, zinc oxide liniment.
pharmachologic effect
Zinc oxide is a chemical compound of an inorganic nature. Outwardly, it looks like a white powder with a fine-grained structure. It is not exposed to alkali and acid, it is insoluble in water. A substance is made from mineral zincite, however, pharmacists have learned to extract it by means of a chemical synthetic reaction.
The main actions of zinc oxide are:
- wound healing;
- disinfecting.
It is thanks to them that zinc ointment for hemorrhoids is extremely common. In addition, the drug has an adsorbing and drying effect.
When applied topically, it helps to relieve inflammation and irritation, reduces exudation phenomena, forms a protective film that prevents bacteria and other pathogenic microorganisms from entering the wound.
The auxiliary component of the drug prevents excessive drying of the skin and mucous membrane at the site of application, helps the early healing of wounds and cracks.
What does Zinc Ointment help with?
The range of application of zinc ointment, judging by the instructions, is very wide. So, it is indicated for various skin diseases and injuries, accompanied by the exudation process. These include:
- eczema;
- pyoderma;
- dermatitis;
- haemorrhoids;
- bedsores;
- diaper rash.
The drug is effective in the treatment of scratches, cuts, minor sun and thermal burns.
Since the agent has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, it is prescribed for various kinds of skin diseases caused by viruses (herpes, chickenpox, lichen). Some people use the medication as an effective treatment for acne.
Contraindications to the use of zinc ointment
The instructions indicate the following contraindications to zinc ointment therapy:
- Severe intolerance to zinc oxide or auxiliary components of the product.
- Acute skin processes.
The product is not applied to the eyelids and mucous membranes. It is not recommended to constantly use the medication as a sunscreen. The fact is that the regular use of the ointment can cause undesirable consequences associated with the fact that zinc oxide enters into a chemical reaction with ultraviolet light, forming free radicals. These have negative effects on the skin, which can increase the likelihood of developing cancer.
Does zinc ointment cause side effects?
Judging by the reviews, zinc ointment is well tolerated by patients, however, with increased sensitivity to the active ingredient, undesirable reactions are not excluded. As a rule, these are local skin irritations in the form of itching, burning, rash, caused by a sharp intolerance to the components of the medication.
They appear in the first days of use and require discontinuation of the drug.
Dosage and duration of treatment
Zinc ointment is applied to the affected skin 2-3 times a day until complete recovery. A more specific dosage and duration of therapy is set by the attending physician, depending on which disease the patient wants to get rid of. So, for:
- diaper rash, diathesis: 5-6 times daily. After each application, a baby cream is applied on top;
- herpes: the first day every hour, then every 4 hours;
- lichen: 5-6 times a day;
- chickenpox - 4 times a day;
- acne: 1 time per day before bedtime;
- acne: up to 6 times a day;
- hemorrhoids - 2-3 times a day.
Method of using zinc ointment
The drug is intended exclusively for topical use, i.e., the affected areas of the skin are lubricated with a small amount of the agent. The ointment is applied to previously washed and dried skin. After use, wash hands thoroughly with soap or use disinfectants.
Zinc ointment for hemorrhoids has its own characteristics of application. It must be remembered that the remedy is used only externally, therefore, it is not prescribed for internal hemorrhoids. It is impossible to inject the ointment into the rectum.
To ensure maximum therapeutic effect, it is recommended to use the ointment at the first sign of the disease.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions for use, zinc ointment during pregnancy and lactation is not contraindicated, but only if it is applied correctly, i.e. outwardly.
Animal studies have shown that when administered orally, zinc oxide can cause fetal death or abnormally low birth weight.
In addition, inhalation of zinc oxide vapors, ingestion of the substance can lead to poisoning, the signs of which are muscle weakness, cough, shortness of breath, sweating, chills. In this regard, during lactation, a woman should not apply medication to the breast and nipple area.
It is important to consult a specialist before using the ointment. Only he decides the advisability of using the medication during pregnancy and lactation.
special instructions
Zinc ointment is one of the few drugs approved for use in newborns. With its help, they successfully fight diaper rash and dermatoses in children under 6 months of age. She is also lubricated with the skin of young children before going to the beach to prevent sunburn.
Avoid getting the product in the nose, mouth, eyes.
Zinc ointment can prevent, but not cure, infections of a fungal or bacterial nature. Therefore, when symptoms such as redness, fever, discharge appear, you should not delay the visit to the doctor. After the diagnosis is made, he will prescribe adequate treatment.
It is allowed to use the drug with other drugs, however, this issue should be decided by the attending physician individually.
Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies
The drug is dispensed from pharmacies without a prescription. Do not self-medicate. It will not be superfluous to consult with a specialist before buying a drug and carefully study the annotation.
Price
The cost of zinc ointment for the most part depends on the form of release and varies from 19 to 60 rubles.
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Storage conditions and periods
It is customary to store the medication in a dry, dark place, away from sunlight, since the drug decomposes under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. The optimum storage temperature is 12-25 degrees. Storage temperatures below 12 are not recommended, as this will create problems when applying the product to the skin.
Zinc ointment is a simple solution to skin problems. We are looking for miracle drugs, we believe in advertising, we are ready to pay unthinkable money, not suspecting that the solution is near. A budget option, versatility and real results.
Let's take a closer look at its therapeutic options and how to use it correctly. 
Clinical and pharmacological group
Means (zinc ointment) belongs to the group of local anti-inflammatory non-hormonal drugs for external use.
Components in the composition of the ointment, release form
Zinc, as the main component, gave the name to the medicinal product. Without zinc, the processes of tissue regeneration (restoration) are hindered. 
The composition of the remedy includes zinc in the form of an oxide. It is he who effectively solves the problem of healing, relieves inflammation, dries out weeping inflamed areas of the skin.
The basis of the remedy is petroleum jelly. Lanolin and dimethicone soften, fish oil is a supplier of vitamins A, D and omega 3, menthol gives a pleasant subtle smell.
Produced in 30, 25, 15 g. In aluminum tubes, or in dark glass jars, placed in a cardboard box with instructions.
Distinguish between ointment with 10%, paste with 25% oxide content.
pharmachologic effect
Zinc oxide, as the main active ingredient, maintains the health of the skin, accelerates its regeneration, dries up, has an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory effect. The antiviral and antibacterial activity of the drug makes it possible to use it in combination in the treatment of herpes.
Zinc ointment is a kind of barrier that protects the skin from damage, the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. The active substances of the drug act locally, without penetrating into the blood.
Indications for use
Reviews on the use of zinc ointment vary greatly due to inattentive study of treatment recommendations. The drug will help with problems related to the restoration of the skin:
- treatment of diaper rash and redness, prickly heat in babies;
- treatment of skin diseases (dermatitis, eczema);
- cosmetic problems of the skin of the face in adolescents (acne, acne);
- shallow wounds, cuts, scratches, burns;
- bedsores;
The drug will help reduce unpleasant symptoms, dry weeping wounds, remove itching of the skin in combination with other drugs for diseases:
- chicken pox;
- streptoderma;
- haemorrhoids;
- psoriasis;
- trophic ulcer.
Dosage and duration of treatment
Skin diseases with zinc ointment can be treated within a month by treating the problem area with a thin layer or pointwise up to 4-5 times a day. Due to the slow and gentle penetration of the drug into the top layer of skin cells, a bandage with ointment can be applied overnight. Overdose cases with this drug have not been described. 
Mode of application
The effectiveness of zinc ointment treatment will increase if the following rules are followed:
- The drug should be applied to clean, slightly dried skin with a napkin, if possible, treat the problem area with antibacterial solutions (hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine).
- Many skin problems (acne, pimples, rashes, redness) are only a consequence, the cause must be sought in improper diet, gastrointestinal diseases, lack of hygiene.
- Zinc ointment is not applied to purulent wounds; first, antibiotic therapy should be carried out.
Allergic reactions to treatment with zinc ointment have been recorded so few that it is safe to use it even in the smallest patients.
The healing process will go more actively with the following methods of application:
- abrasions, cuts, small wounds - a thin layer 5-6 times a day on clean skin until recovery, without rubbing the ointment;
- thermal and sunburn - with a thick layer under the bandage with a sterile bandage or napkin;
- bedsores - in a thick layer on clean, treated with antiseptics skin under gauze in several layers, change after 3-4 hours;
- dermatitis, rashes in children - a thin layer on clean skin, before putting on a diaper, you can apply a thin layer to prevent diaper rash;
- ulcers, purulent rashes - the treated area and around it with a thin layer 3 times a day, for at least a month, even with rapid visible improvements;
- acne, pimples - pointwise after treatment from blackheads, otherwise the situation will worsen due to their complete clogging. Twice a day for two weeks, then, after a week's break, repeat the course if necessary;
- age spots - rub a small amount daily into problem areas, but not more than two months;
- fine wrinkles - apply in a thin layer 2 hours before bedtime, remove excess with a napkin, do not use as a makeup base.
Pregnancy and lactation
The safety of using zinc ointment allows it to be used by pregnant and lactating women. Acne that appears as a result of hormonal imbalance, abrasion, calluses can be easily treated without harming the child.
Successful lightening of age spots on the face was noted. In any case, be careful not to accidentally get the ointment in the baby's eyes or mouth. 
Contraindications and side effects of zinc ointment
Using the ointment for the first time requires careful observation. Individual reactions of the body to the zinc oxide preparation, or to related components are possible.
Pale or reddening of the skin, unnatural burning sensation, discomfort is a reason to remove the drug from the skin and consult a doctor.
It is strictly forbidden to use the drug to treat skin problems near the eyes and mouth, in order to avoid getting the product inside. The storage duration is indicated on the package, no more than 2 years.
Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies
Zinc ointment is a consumer drug, purchased in pharmacies freely, on the recommendation of the attending physician.
Storage conditions
No special conditions are required, stored at room temperature, preferably in a dark and dry place. The expired drug does not change its color (white, yellowish-white) and smell, but it loses its medicinal properties, therefore it must be disposed of.
How does zinc ointment work?
It is no coincidence that 9 out of 10 parts are petroleum jelly. Thanks to him, the ointment can be easily spread over large areas of the skin. It creates protection - a film, a kind of barrier that prevents external pollution.
At the same time it dries, softens and helps tissues regenerate. Zinc can be ointment, paste (with the addition of starch), cream (has a lighter texture). 
Recently, the drug has been increasingly mentioned in cosmetic procedures. It is noticed that it gives the skin elasticity and healthy appearance, and successfully fights fine wrinkles.
On the basis of zinc ointment, creams, gels, and means for protecting the skin from the sun have been created. The whitening effect is observed when the ointment is applied to the freckles.
In a day, you can treat the site of injury up to 5-6 times, easily rubbing a small amount of ointment into the skin.
In the list of external drugs, there are only a few drugs that would satisfy all the requirements of the doctor and the patient. One of them - zinc ointment.
This tool has long and firmly entered clinical practice. Due to its safety, good effect, a small number of contraindications and, with all these advantages, a rather low price, it has been used for more than a hundred years. Now zinc ointment has begun to be ousted from pharmacy counters by other drugs. Instead of it, funds are often recommended that are more convenient to use or reinforced with additional therapeutic components.
However, none of them has such a multifaceted therapeutic effect as zinc ointment. In addition, the change in priorities is due not so much to the emergence of better drugs as to the natural development of pharmacology and the need to implement new drugs. Therefore, even when resorting to the help of modern drugs, remember that "in stock" you always have zinc ointment, which you can use with not the worst results.
Mechanism of action and indications for use
Zinc ointment has the simplest, if not to say, elementary composition. However, zinc oxide mixed with petroleum jelly has been successfully proving its right to exist for many years. Due to the five main components of the therapeutic effect, the ointment is good for the treatment of skin diseases.
- Anti-inflammatory action
Zinc slows down the work of inflammatory mediators - biologically active substances that cause expansion of capillaries, accumulation of fluid in tissues and other changes that occur during the inflammatory process. Therefore, the product can be used for insect bites, acne (after they have opened), dermatitis, bedsores, etc.
Apply the ointment to the desired area, and after a few hours you will see that the skin has turned pale and not so tense, and the soreness of the lesion has noticeably decreased.
- Prevention of suppuration
Zinc oxide has the ability to bind with proteins, due to which a protective film is created on the surface of the lesions, which prevents the development of bacteria and the appearance of infectious complications. In addition, the ointment absorbs water well, drawing out the ichor and inflammatory fluid. This deprives the microbes of the nutrient medium, so the infection does not develop.
Such a healing effect is very useful for a variety of diseases, from ordinary household injuries (burns, cuts) to scratching the skin with.
- Drying action
This property is most valuable in acne treatment. If you are tired of seeing your face in the mirror, invariably covered with white dots from mature pustules, zinc ointment will definitely help you. After 3-4 days, you will notice that the points have become several times smaller, and the swelling and inflammation around them disappeared.
The ointment reduces the work of the sebaceous glands. So, if you have oily skin, this remedy will certainly not disappoint you.
- Antiseptic action
Zinc ointment has little antimicrobial activity. Unfortunately, it is not strong enough to fight a severe infection, therefore, when treating purulent wounds, it must be supplemented with antibacterial drugs.
- Regenerating action
If you still remember the school course in biology, then you probably know that zinc is one of the most important trace elements responsible for cell division. Therefore, when using zinc ointment, any damage heals much faster.
Use in pregnant women and children
The tool is absolutely safe, therefore, neither expectant mothers nor children have any restrictions on its use. Zinc ointment can be used from the first days of life, for example, in the treatment of diaper dermatitis.
Contraindications
Zinc ointment cannot be used only in case of intolerance, however, allergies to it are very rare.
Dosage
The drug is applied to previously cleansed skin 4-6 times a day. The course of treatment can vary. Small acne disappears in a few days, and, for example, with pressure sores and trophic ulcers, therapy can last up to a month or more. If we talk about the duration of the course, it would be most fair to determine the period "until recovery."
When zinc ointment does NOT work
Zinc ointment is an excellent remedy, but sometimes its effects are greatly overestimated.
Remember: if you are treating deep trophic ulcers, severe burns and other serious diseases, it should not become the only component of therapy. In such cases, the drug should be an adjunct rather than a base.
Some patients complain that zinc ointment does not help them. This happens with very wet wounds, especially with eczema: in fact, the continuously released liquid washes away the fatty base of the ointment and prevents it from creating a protective film. In these cases, dermatologists turn to the "like treats like" rule. If you have "wet" lesions, you need to use water-based products, for example, Tsindol - a liquid suspension of zinc oxide.
Contrary to popular beliefs, zinc does not protect from the sun and does not help with age spots, although it can paint them over for a while - after the ointment dries, white traces remain on the skin, like chalk. Also, the drug is completely unfairly "suspected" of being effective for and.
The best medicine is not always the most difficult, as can be seen from the example of zinc ointment. Despite the fact that this is a very old and extremely unpretentious remedy, it often helps where other drugs are powerless. An additional advantage is that the ointment does not require great accuracy in dosages and does not pose any health hazard, and patients almost never have any questions about its use. Therefore, it is successfully used by both patients recovering under the supervision of doctors, and those who decided to rush to the embrasure of self-medication.
The basis of zinc ointment is petroleum jelly. The amount of zinc oxide and petroleum jelly is 1:10. Various manufacturers add additional components to the main composition - menthol, fish oil, parabens, lanolin, mineral oils, wax. This determines the additional properties and price of the ointment.
The most affordable cost is for a simple composition (zinc oxide + petroleum jelly). More expensive - ointment with mineral oils and parabens. Some components (salicylic acid, sulfur) enhance the effect of the ointment.
Zinc and Salicylic Acid - Lassar Paste
The composition with salicylic acid is called salicylic-zinc ointment or Lassar paste. The composition was invented over 100 years ago by a dermatologist. It effectively treats acne and skin inflammations, has a noticeable whitening effect.
The salicylic component in the composition is a keratolytic, it enhances the antiseptic properties of the paste. The keratolytic properties of salicil allow the use of an ointment to soften calluses.
Salicylic acid often causes skin irritation and allergic reactions. Therefore, it is not used during pregnancy and in pediatrics (children under 12 years of age are not treated).
Sulfur and zinc
The antiseptic effect of zinc oxide is relatively weak. Therefore, it is used for skin irritations and is not used for purulent wounds, infections.
What the ointment does:
- Dries up (used for "weeping" wounds).
- Relieves inflammation (from reddened areas of irritated skin).
- Reduces swelling (due to reduced inflammation).
- Accelerates skin epithelization, regeneration and formation of new skin cells, wound healing.
- Protects against irritating factors. As a result, zinc oxide is incorporated into sunscreens (sun protection).
What zinc ointment protects the skin from:
- From ultraviolet radiation.
- From excessive sebum secretion (reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands).
- From germs (disinfects).
Zinc is said to be a safe ingredient and is added to cream for pregnant women and newborn babies.
Apply an ointment for purulent skin inflammations. Zinc composition is smeared with dermatitis, diaper rash, bedsores. It is emphasized that zinc treats those inflammatory processes that are accompanied by the release of exudate (liquid).