Zinc Palmitate

Zinc Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a deodorant agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameZINC PALMITATE
FunctionDEODORANT
CAS number4991-47-3
EC number225-652-5
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Contours 20%Eyebrows 20%Eyeliners 20%Foundations 20%Setting Spray & Powders 20%

Frequently asked

What does Zinc Palmitate do in skincare?
Zinc Palmitate functions as a deodorant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Zinc Palmitate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Zinc Palmitate?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially contours (20% of its uses).

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