Zinc PCA: Why you shouldn't underestimate this ingredient

Zinc PCA is the zinc salt. It is a component of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF ). Zinc PCA moisturizes and normalizes oil production , especially for oily skin. It is ideal for combination and oily skin prone to blemishes, pimples, or acne. Zinc PCA has been shown to have a strong antimicrobial effect against P. acnes, inhibiting the growth of acne-causing bacteria . Zinc PCA is a promising active ingredient for slowing down skin aging . It aids in the production of type 1 collagen, which firms the skin. Collagen levels decrease with age; the more collagen in the skin, the younger and smoother it appears.