Smithsonite Extract
AKA “Zinc carbonate extract, Smithsonite
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Ingredient Facts
Smithsonite extract
AKA: Zinc carbonate extract
Extract · Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
A naturally-derived mineral extract that helps protect skin from environmental damage and keeps it soft and conditioned.
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Smithsonite is a naturally occurring zinc carbonate mineral found in oxidized zinc ore deposits worldwide. It is extracted through mining and mechanical processing of zinc-rich ore bodies.
Function
Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Antioxidant protection
Locks in moisture
Neutralizes free radicals
Traditional Use
Smithsonite is a zinc carbonate mineral incorporated into modern skincare formulations for its mineral content. Though minerals have traditional use in ancient cosmetics and healing practices, smithsonite as a cosmetic ingredient is a contemporary application without documented historical skincare use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score2
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-2, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR