Used correctly, zinc oxide can help protect your face from exposure to the irritants that make you break out. Like its use as a sunscreen, zinc oxide can be applied to sensitive skin to block oils, dirt, and other clogging elements from getting inside your pores. When not at risk for new irritants, you can clean your skin much more effectively. It is important to ensure the zinc oxide you use is high quality and not filled with fragrances, preservatives, or other unneeded elements that will only inflame the skin further.

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