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Zinc Glutamate
AKA “Zinc DL-glutamate (1:1), Glutamic acid, zinc salt, DL-, UNII-YZS2AGA4C7, YZS2AGA4C7, Zinc, (DL-glutamato(2-)-N, O1)-, 1949-15-1, GLUTAMIC ACID, ZINC SALT, ZINC, (GLUTAMATO(2-)-N, RefChem:196028”
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Zinc glutamate
AKA: Zinc DL-glutamate (1:1), Glutamic acid, Zinc salt, DL-, UNII-YZS2AGA4C7, YZS2AGA4C7, (DL-glutamato(2-)-N, O1)-, 1949-15-1, GLUTAMIC ACID, ZINC SALT, (GLUTAMATO(2-)-N, RefChem:196028
Skin Conditioning · Deodorant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Amino Acid
Not Clean
Dihydrogen bis[L-glutamato(2-)-N,O1]zincate(2-)
Formula
C5H7NO4Zn
Mol. Weight
210.50
CAS #
1949-15-1, 14269-55-7, 34992-53-5
Form
Powder
See origin →
Functions
Deodorant
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic amino acid chelate of zinc developed for enhanced skin absorption in modern cosmetics. Created to improve zinc bioavailability compared to inorganic zinc salts.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
1%
0%1%
Reg. Limit
EU regulatory limit: 1%. Source: EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, Annex III (Restricted Substances), Entry 24.
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Effect of a Hydrolyzed Collagen, Vitamin, and Zinc Containing Nutritional Supplement on Telogen Effluvium.
Arias EM, Manzanares S, Floriach N, Sarró E, Bravo E et al.
International journal of trichology, 2025
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Green and eco-friendly biosynthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Calendula officinalis flower extract: Wound healing potential and antioxidant ac
Aydin Acar C, Gencer MA, Pehlivanoglu S, Yesilot S, Donmez S
International wound journal, 2024
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Green and eco-friendly biosynthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Calendula officinalis flower extract: Wound healing potential and antioxidant ac
Aydin Acar C, Gencer MA, Pehlivanoglu S, Yesilot S, Donmez S
International wound journal, 2024
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The role of zinc in the treatment of acne: A review of the literature.
Cervantes J, Eber AE, Perper M, Nascimento VM, Nouri K et al.
Dermatologic therapy, 2018
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The role of zinc in the treatment of acne: A review of the literature.
Cervantes J, Eber AE, Perper M, Nascimento VM, Nouri K et al.
Dermatologic therapy, 2018
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The role of zinc in the treatment of acne: A review of the literature.
Cervantes J, Eber AE, Perper M, Nascimento VM, Nouri K et al.
Dermatologic therapy, 2018
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Efficacy of undecylenic acid-zinc undecylenate powder in culture positive tinea pedis.
Chretien JH, Esswein JG, Sharpe LM, Kiely JJ, Lyddon FE
International journal of dermatology, 1980
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Zinc Phenolsulfonate
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Final Report: Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Zinc Phenolsulfonate
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Acetyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Cocoyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Ethylene/Zinc Acrylate Copolymer
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Lauroyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Myristoyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Palmitoyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Stearoyl Glutamic Acid
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Acetate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Ascorbate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Ascorbate Hydroxide
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Aspartate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Borosilicate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Carbonate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Carbonate Hydroxide
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Chloride
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Citrate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Coceth Sulfate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Coco-Sulfate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Cysteinate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Fructose Diphosphate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Gluconate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Glutamate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Glycinate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Hexametaphosphate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Hydrolyzed Collagen
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Lactate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Laurate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Lauroyl Aspartate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Myristate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Neodecanoate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Nitrate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Oxide
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Palmitate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc PCA
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Phenolsulfonate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Phosphate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Ricinoleate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Salicylate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Silicate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Stearate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Sulfate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Undecylenate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Zinc Zeolite
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Probiotic, Paraprobiotic, and Hydrolyzed Yeast Mixture Supplementation Has Comparable Effects to Zinc Oxide in Improving Growth Performance and Amelio
Dang X, Choi SY, Choi YJ, Lee JH, Castex M et al.
Probiotics and antimicrobial proteins, 2024
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Microstructural, Fluid Dynamic, and Mechanical Characterization of Zinc Oxide and Magnesium Chloride-Modified Hydrogel Scaffolds.
de Mello Innocentini MD, Fuzatto Bueno BR, Urbaś A, Morawska-Chochół A
ACS biomaterials science & engineering, 2024
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Glutamic Acid
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Lauroyl Glutamic Acid
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Stearoyl Glutamic Acid
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Acetate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Zinc Aspartate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Carbonate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Carbonate Hydroxide
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Chloride
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Zinc Citrate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Coceth Sulfate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Gluconate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Glycinate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Hydrolyzed Collagen
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Lactate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Laurate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Myristate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Neodecanoate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Oxide
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Palmitate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc PCA
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Phenolsulfonate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Ricinoleate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Stearate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Sulfate
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Zinc Zeolite
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Use of Agave tequilana-lignin and zinc oxide nanoparticles for skin photoprotection.
Gutiérrez-Hernández JM, Escalante A, Murillo-Vázquez RN, Delgado E, González FJ et al.
Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology, 2016
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Zinc peroxide
Health Canada
Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
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Biocompatible zinc oxide nanocrystals stabilized via hydroxyethyl cellulose for mitigation of diabetic complications.
Hussein J, El-Banna M, Razik TA, El-Naggar ME
International journal of biological macromolecules, 2018
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Biofabrication of zinc oxide nanoparticles using fruit extract of Rosa canina and their toxic potential against bacteria: A mechanistic approach.
Jafarirad S, Mehrabi M, Divband B, Kosari-Nasab M
Materials science & engineering. C, Materials for biological applications, 2016
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Efficacy of zinc glycinate reducing zinc oxide on intestinal health and growth of nursery pigs challenged with F18+ Escherichia coli.
Jang KB, Moita VHC, Martinez N, Sokale A, Kim SW
Journal of animal science, 2023
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The clinical and microbiological efficacy of a zinc-citrate/hydroxyapatite/potassium-citrate containing toothpaste: a double-blind randomized controll
Josic U, Maravic T, Mazzitelli C, Rinaldi L, D'Alessandro C et al.
Clinical oral investigations, 2024
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"Green"-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles and plant extracts: A comparison between synthesis processes and antihyperglycemic activity.
Kambale EK, Katemo FM, Quetin-Leclercq J, Memvanga PB, Beloqui A
International journal of pharmaceutics, 2023
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Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) for acne.
Liu H, Yu H, Xia J, Liu L, Liu GJ et al.
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 2020
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Targeted Delivery of Zinc Pyrithione to Skin Epithelia.
Sean E Mangion, Amy M Holmes, Michael S Roberts
International journal of molecular sciences, 2021
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Targeted Delivery of Zinc Pyrithione to Skin Epithelia.
Sean E Mangion, Amy M Holmes, Michael S Roberts
International journal of molecular sciences, 2021
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Antimicrobial effect of hydro-alcoholic extract of apple with and without zinc oxide nanoparticles on Streptococcus Mutans.
Mehrabkhani M, Movahhed T, Arefnezhad M, Hamedi S, Faramarzian F
European journal of translational myology, 2023
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The Influence of Zinc Oxide and Zinc Stearate on the Antimicrobial Activity of Coatings Containing Raspberry and Chokeberry Extracts.
Mizielińska M, Bartkowiak A
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 2024
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Extracellular synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticle using seaweeds of gulf of Mannar, India.
Nagarajan S, Arumugam Kuppusamy K
Journal of nanobiotechnology, 2013
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Impact of Dietary Zinc Chloride Hydroxide and Zinc Methionine on the Faecal Microbiota of Healthy Adult Horses and Ponies.
Paßlack N, van Bömmel-Wegmann S, Vahjen W, Zentek J
Journal of equine veterinary science, 2022
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Zinc Phosphate Nanoparticles: A Review on Physical, Chemical, and Biological Synthesis and their Applications.
Sadeghi-Aghbash M, Rahimnejad M
Current pharmaceutical biotechnology, 2022
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Prevention of radiotherapy-related oral mucositis with zinc and polyherbal mouthwash: a double-blind, randomized clinical trial.
Sahebnasagh M, Aksi V, Eslami F, Lashkardoost H, Kasaian J et al.
European journal of medical research, 2023
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Combating Lead/HFD Neurotoxicity in Rats: The Synergistic Effect of 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid and Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles.
Saleh SR, Atef E, Maher AM, Ghareeb DA, Sheta E et al.
Biological trace element research, 2026
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A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium ...
Samantha L Schneider, Henry W Lim
Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine, 2019
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Zinc Borate Hydrolysis.
Schubert DM
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 2022
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics.
Scott LN, Fiume M, Zhu J, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Co-pyrolysis of sunflower-oil cake with potassium carbonate and zinc oxide using plasma torch to produce bio-fuels.
Shie JL, Chang CC, Chang CY, Tzeng CC, Wu CY et al.
Bioresource technology, 2011
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Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle as a Novel Class of Antifungal Ag...
Qi Sun, Jianmei Li, Tao Le
Journal of agricultural and food chemistry, 2018
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Preparation of porous antibacterial polyamide 6 (PA6) membrane with zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles selectively localized at the pore walls via reactiv
Tang Q, Wang K, Ren X, Zhang Q, Lei W et al.
The Science of the total environment, 2020
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Zinc Phenolsulfonate.
Tucker R, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Cohen DE, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2024
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Sustained release of magnesium and zinc ions synergistica...
Fan Yang, Yijia Xue, Feilong Wang, Danni Guo, Yunjiao He, Xiao Zhao + 4 more
Bioactive materials, 2023
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Spindle-Like Zinc Silicate Nanoparticles Accelerating Innervated and Vascularized Skin Burn Wound Healing.
Zhang H, Ma W, Ma H, Qin C, Chen J et al.
Advanced healthcare materials, 2022
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Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR