When making a sunscreen, what proportions of zinc oxide to, say a moisturizing lotion, would one use? Does the package come with any "recipes?"
1940315
Hi, no recipes with the package. I have been trying to get recipes, very difficult.
1940316
The following information had been researched previously and since been updated: If you would like to create a sunscreen product with 20 + spf, you would need an estimated 20 - 25% of Zinc Oxide in your formula.Thank you for your inquiry.Best Regards,Bulk Apothecary
1940317
On the pkg. it says to go to natures-oil.com for safety & uses. I just know you don't need very much at all. I have not gone to that website yet.
78110
I don't but will use 10% zinc if I am going out in the sun. I use a cleaner tissue before lysteta. Not much help, sorry.
1776564
That depends on how much you add to your lotion. My understanding is that if you want an SPF of 20+, you need to use 25% of the weight of your initial amount of lotion. That is if you use 8 oz of lotion, you would need to add 2 oz of zinc oxide to get an SPF of 20 or so. That is my understanding. I mostly use this product for diaper cream. Oh, also zinc oxide shouldn't be ingested so when working with it, make sure not to inhale it.
1370077
I wouldn't get this for sunscreen. It is the micro zinc oxide. Meaning it is so fine it crosses over through your skin and is absorbed. Which makes it unsafe. The spf is in zinc oxide, but you are better off getting the "non-nano" kind which is the larger particles.
1804325
For sunscreen, it is 20% of the weight for SPF 20 I believe. For example, 10oz of lotion desired to be made, 2oz will be ZO. The 10oz yield will be a SPF 20.
1580857
This is a Physical Sunscreen. Therefore the active ingredients are Titanium Dioxide 5% and Zinc Oxide 3%. You will not see any chemical sunscreen ingredients listed on the product page. These chemical sunscreen ingredients may be some common names that you are expecting to find. Oftentimes, the physical sunscreens are easier for sensitive skin to tolerate.
1141550
The two tablespoons of zinc oxide per cup of cream will give you an SPF of 20. So one will give an SPF of 10. I got this info from various sunscreen recipe sites. An SPF of 15 to 20 is more than enough. If you usually burn in 15 minutes an SPF 15 will give you 3:45 of exposure (15 SPF * 15 min = 3:45). Anyway, I've learned that any cream with a high SPF is a waste of money because you usually reapply every several hours anyway. Also, the base cream that you add the zinc oxide to might also have an SPF. For example, coconut oil has an SPF of approximately 4. I hope that answers your question. The two tablespoons of zinc oxide per cup of cream will give you an SPF of 20. So one will give an SPF of 10. I got this info from various sunscreen recipe sites. An SPF of 15 to 20 is more than enough. If you usually burn in 15 minutes an SPF 15 will give you 3:45 of exposure (15 SPF * 15 min = 3:45). Anyway, I've learned that any cream with a high SPF is a waste of money because you usually reapply every several hours anyway. Also, the base cream that you add the zinc oxide to might also have an SPF. For example, coconut oil has an SPF of approximately 4. I hope that answers your question.
1573186
I made this into sunscreen by melting beeswax, shae butter and coconut oil and then stirring in the zinc oxide. It goes on a little bit white, but once it melts into your skin, it does not look white. This is a great sunscreen for sensitive skin as well. Especially for those who have allergies to store-bought sunscreen.
1859917
Hi, some is micronized but if you are looking for SPF protection you need to add more of the zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. The micronized zinc oxide and titanium dioxide will give SPF protection but not coverage. If you need more coverage then we recommend to use regular zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.
894850
10% titanium dioxide, 3% zinc. These two ingredients are the very best you can use in a sunblock. I have had Rosacea for 20 years, but no one would know. I have used this sunblock year round for 20 years, and I get lots of compliments on my skin. I highly recommend this item.
1603937
Titanium Dioxide 8%Zinc Oxide 3.8Purpose for both: Sunscreens Note: Goes on like a make-up base; I find for my light skin it can be mask-like. Virginia Weeks on June 29, 2013
192142
Always use moisturizer. Especially with sun screen of 45 or 50. There is no particular kind. Whatever you prefer.
1508366
Good morning. The product does not contain any sunscreen, so if you want or need protection from the sun, you definitely would want to apply a sunscreen as needed. Thanks.
1161607
Nancy, Zinc Oxide 5%,Titanium Dioxide 6% are the 2 ingredients listed on the bottle. I love this sunscreen...It gives my skin a smooth feel with no greasy feel at all. I'ma stickler for no oily feel and this meets my needs beautifully.
648068
I see nothing in the inactive or active ingredients that states it has nano-particles. It is a smooth light cream with Zinc Oxide 9 and Octinoxate 7.5%. Having had skin cancer on my face 15 years ago, I have used sunscreen diligently always with Zinc Oxide in it as recommended by my dermatologist. Tried this just this summer and really like the light feel. Hope this helps.
1236916
That is just a sunblock. The title is wrong, it's not a moisturizer and sun screen. It's just sunscreen. See the actual product packaging. That one is also thicker in consistency if I remember correctly.
894504
Octinoxate 7.5% Octisalate 5% Zinc Oxide (sunscreen) 14.5% It is very thick.