Bulletproof
Bulletproof - Zinc with Copper 120caps
£25.95
Zinc is a key player throughout your body, from immunity to mood.† Copper is vital for functions like making energy and blood cells.† Stock up today when you buy in bulk: This 120-count zinc supplement with copper provides balanced doses of both essential minerals in one convenient capsule.
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
ZINC + COPPER = BETTER TOGETHER
Zinc is an essential mineral that supports your entire body, from immunity and mood to hormone and heart health
Zinc and copper balance each other out and create a powerful antioxidant called copper-zinc superoxide dismutase (CuZnSOD)
When you take this zinc supplement with copper, you get a science-backed ratio of both micronutrients for daily support
ONLY THE ESSENTIALS
Zinc and copper are trace minerals that are essential for overall health
It’s difficult to get your daily dose of zinc and copper from food alone, but a zinc supplement with copper makes it easy
A daily zinc supplement with copper is one of the easiest “quick win” upgrades you can add to your diet
DAILY WELLNESS SUPPORT
Take one capsule daily with food
Avoid taking your zinc supplement with copper at the same time as iron, calcium and phytates, which reduce zinc absorption
CAREFULLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Vegetable Capsule
Servings Per Container: 120
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Zinc (as zinc orotate) 15mg
136%
Copper (as copper orotate) 2mg
222%
Other Ingredients: Rice bran extract, modified cellulose (vegetable capsule), rice hull.
Cymbiotika
Cymbiotika - Zinc Complex 30caps
£29.95
Product DetailsZinc is an essential trace mineral required for optimum health. It is responsible for multiple metabolic processes including cellular function, sexual development, reproductive function, cognitive function, and immune system function. Zinc is also an essential component of many enzymes involved in the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids.
Recent studies show that a deficiency in zinc leads to symptoms such as hair loss, lack of alertness, and a reduced sense of taste and smell. Zinc cannot be produced within the body therefore we must get it from our food or through supplementation. That being said, not all zinc supplements are equal. In fact, most Zinc supplements sold on the market are not readily absorbed or well tolerated.Cymbiotika’s Zinc Complex is a blend of three forms of Zinc, all backed by clinical data providing superior absorption and utilization. We also added Copper and Selenium, two essential elements that work synergistically to support multiple functions in the body. Copper and Zinc work together in processes such as immune system function, nervous system function, and healthy metabolism. They act as antagonists; When levels of one decrease, the other increases. Additional studies indicate copper supplementation with Zinc helps balance the absorption of both nutrients. Cymbiotika is confident that our new mineral complex is the most advanced zinc, copper, selenium formula to date.Ingredients
Zinc Picolinate: An acid form of zinc with high absorption rates through the intestinal membranes, bloodstream, and finally individual cells. Its effects can be noticed faster and for a longer period. This particular nutrient is needed by the body to maintain a healthy metabolism.
OptiZinc®: OptiZinc® offers benefits for dietary supplements and food and beverages. OptiZinc® is a 1:1 complex of zinc and methionine, an amino acid that is well-absorbed by the body. Compared to other forms of Zinc tested, Zinc mono-L-methionine has superior absorption, retention, and antioxidant, and cell protectant properties.
Sucrosomial® Zinc: Promotes immunity defense, enhancing healthy immune cell proliferation, activation, and function. Using enhanced absorption and bioavailability mineral technology, phospholipid bilayer micro-encapsulation technology protects minerals in the gastrointestinal lumen to increase dissolubility and easily cross membranes.
SelenoExcell® Selenium: This organic selenium supplement originates from a non-pathogenic, non-GMO Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast strain. It creates a yeast supplement product that is the closest to food forms of selenium, similar to what is found in Brazil nuts, eggs, peas, poultry, and meats. The form of selenium in SelenoExcell® is what researchers call organic, meaning it is attached to several amino acids. This factor may make it more bioavailable than others.
Copper Sebacate: A salt form of copper. Copper is an essential trace mineral responsible for a variety of enzymatic reactions in the body.
Copper Gluconate: A salt form of copper from D-gluconic acid.
Other Ingredients
Vegetable CapsuleBamboo Stem ExtractL-Leucine
Directions
Take 1 capsule daily, with food.
Pro-Tip
Boost immunity and improve mood with this powerful combo of Zinc Complex and Synergy D3.
Living Libations
Living Libations Everybody Loves the Sunshine with zinc 50ml
£45.00
Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc was created so that there is a really pure option for those sunny days of play. A natural sunshade product made with un-coated zinc oxide to reflect the sun's rays, rather than absorb them.
New*** Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc
At Living Libations we love getting our daily dose of vitamin D soaking up the sun’s rays, for longer times in the sun it is great to wear a hat, organic cotton clothing and use our original Everybody Loves the Sunshine which has a sun harmonizing quality is very nourishing for the skin. Yet, sometimes we need something for hours of fun in the sun and wearing a hat is less then convenient for activities like hiking, surfing and swimming. Our new Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc was created so that there is a really pure option for those sunny days of play.
For all day Sun play ~ Made with 20% uncoated zinc oxide and organic ingredients of: nourishing oils of the desert jojoba plant, virgin coconut crème, red raspberry seed, seabuckthorn berry, tamanu and regenerating essences of helichrysum, lavender, cape chamomile, ginger, geranium, palmarosa, rose otto, carrot, ginger, frankincense, turmeric, calendula, sandalwood and thyme linalool to restore and adore sun-soaking and sun soaked skin. Fear not the sun, for it graces all things green!
Directions: Apply to the face, nose, chin, shoulders and skin that will be exposed. Reapply at least every two hours and more frequently in high UV Index, sweating and high humidity times.
For daily protection, ELS with Zinc is designed to offer the maximum physical protection (30) from UVA and UVB rays without using a chemical sunscreen. Our Sun-shade product is made without synthetic ingredients like oxybenzne, or Retinyl Palmitate. We use an uncoated Zinc oxide as this is more pure than titanium dioxide and coated zinc oxide is made with Triethoxycaprylylsilane, a synthetic silicone coating. The uncoated zinc has also proven to be anti-bacterial and antimicrobial and can reduce redness, rosacea, age spots and melasma. Made with our ultra nourishing ingredients to carry the zinc oxide which provides blocking of UVA, UVB and UVC radiation. Zinc oxide reflects the sun’s rays rather than absorb them they way most commercial sunscreens do. Made in 50ml Violet Glass.
Review(s)
Great daily sunscreen
For me, I like to wear a sunscreen daily on my face, neck and chest. But finding one with the right texture has been tough. This sunscreen is exactly what I have been looking for! Now, I do notice that my face looks slightly paler after I apply it, but it is not at all what I would describe as "chalky". Another positive is that I have found I can wear this on its own without applying any other moisturizer under it. Also, this is NOT greasy and has not caused any increase in clogged pores. Absorbs quickly. I have applied make up over top with no problems at all. The texture and smell are all really pleasant as well. Has kind of a creamy, slightly sweet smell.
again perfection
This is the perfect product for summer! I tested this last weekend and I got the perfect amount of healthy sun exposure, didn't burn, and it stayed put despite sweating and swimming! Plus I love that it has nourishing ingredients. I have always regretted that I went to lengths to put natural products on my body and then put a chemical sunscreen or synthetic sunblock ontop. Most were ineffective, waxy, and questionably safe. I tried several "natural" brands but many were like wearing a layer of grease. And last summer and ended up with a white blotch on my face from a sunblock that ran...no more experimenting! I finally I found a product that is perfect for summer. I recommend this to anyone who wants reliable, safe and healthy sun protection plus the benefits of skin healing, nourishing ingredients. Again perfection from Living Libations.
Very pleased!
I bought the new zinc sunscreen and am very pleased! Giving it a try on our first sunny day. Thanks so much for the great products.
LOVE!
i am having an absolute love affair with this product...no chalkiness, no heaviness...just absolute blissful perfection for those times when i'm out & about a bit longer than usual.
First Impression is Great
It smells really good. It certainly feels and looks really good, too. Now the true test... sometime in the near future I will wear this OUTSIDE. OK I must add I am a pale/ no pigment coppery/red blonde Western European girl who lives on a tropical, Caribbean island. So I am still going to wear a sunhat and wear additional mineral powder and protective clothing, but I guess this could be an interesting test! No idea how much SPF this sunscreen has and quite frankly, I don't believe anything above 25 works anyway. The bottle is small. I wonder how long this will last me in the tropics. But this may very well be the best sunscreen ever. it's the best smelling thing and it is really smooth. I mean compared to the other cottage cheese and chalky natural brands. Will report back later. WISH ME LUCK! Shall my face remain freckle-free?
Test 1: SUCCESSFUL!
I am reporting back after my first test. I am in the tropics and I am a pale, coppery/blonde Western European female. No pigment in my skin. I have been asked if I am an albino (which I am not). Recently, I have decided not to use artificial spray-tans anymore and to just try and get some more color from the sun. Who needs the parabens and chemicals? After watching a video with Nadine talking beautifully about how the sun communicates with our skin, I felt ready and inspired to give it a go. My skin is not used to the sun. Sooo I went to the beach with a friend yesterday morning!! So far, this sunscreen is proving to really work! This is the first time I actually sunbathed on this tropical island and I only used the sunscreen on certain parts of my body. I did not think I would immediately burn the untreated parts (or got distracted and mesmerized by the beauty of the Caribbean ocean and decided not to worry about it), but I still wanted to protection on my knees and feet. The reason I did not apply the sunscreen on my whole body is cause the bottle is a little small and I need the sunscreen for an all-day outdoor event this weekend! So I did not want to use it all and therefore did not protect all of my body this time! I did not use sunscreen on my legs and I did not think I was in the sun for very long. Sure enough, in the evening, the parts that I had forgotton to apply sunscreen to are BRIGHT RED and stinging from a sunburn and the spots where I applied the sunscreen are still normal! Yes, I have bright red, fried lobster colored legs with white knees and feet! LOL! My friend is laughing so hard cause she used commercial sunscreen and forgot her feet, so her feet got a sunburn. So her feet match my legs and mine match hers! We both look silly! She has red feet and I have red legs with white feet. All the places where I put the 'Everybody loves the Sunshine' sunscreen are still normal!! Amazing! I wore a sunhat and also used a special sun parasol for my upper body. So my upper body is hardly affected by the sun. Luckily, Aloe Vera grows here naturally, so I am treating my sun burnt areas with that. Ouchee! It hurts like hell! I am applying fresh Aloe gel and juice from leaves 3 times a day and my skin just soaks it up! So... I know my lobster areas will be ok. As far as the SPF. You can apply it thicker or thinner, so it's up to you. It smells great, feels smooth and applies easily and evenly. The best ever. If this pale girl is protected on a tropical island on a day with clear sky (we only had a palm tree giving us some shade)... basically this sunscreen will work for everybody. Albino's included. Just make sure you apply it well and don't overdo the sun exposure! Don't forget any spots! Since this is a physical, zinc-based block, you will look a little pale from it (with a generous application). But that can be easily fixed by adding a layer of mineral pigment make-up. So for my face, I just use this sunscreen as a moisturizer and primer to wear underneath my mineral make-up. Works beautifully! I can't afford not to wear sunscreen, so I HAVE to wear some pigmented natural powder over it, if I don't want to look like a ghost. For my body, I don't mind that so much and I apply it less thickly. I have tried several natural, zinc-based sunscreens and this one is BY FAR the best ever!! I am so pleased! It smells GREAT! Please make bigger bottles and thank you for this excellent product!! I'm gonna want a gallon!
best sunscreen ever
I bought it at the Big carrot and i found it to be the best sunscreen ever. i'm Asian and have light skin that burn easily. I went away on Canada Day long weekend to montreal where the sun was scorching hot. I applied it to my face, neck and shoulders and i didn't get burnt or turn red. So the next day , I decided to conduct a test by applying it only on my face/neck and leave my shoulders exposed with the drugstore sunscreen. Well what a surprised- the skin that didn't have the living Libation suncreen on it got red and burnt while my face+ neck was not affected. Wow, this stuff is the greatest.
Magic
Dear Nadine and Ron, I have never, never, never written to a company regarding their product before. I bought your Everybody Loves Sunshine on a whim after trying to find sunscreen without all of the harmful additives. Your little bottle comes and the first test run was 3 days in Joshua Tree with 100 degree heat and unrelenting sunshine. I was very sceptical to say the least. I told my husband, I will be the quinea pig, you use sunscreen in case it doesn't work. I applied it religiously, and only burned if I missed a spot. Next test, southern California day at the beach, same thing, I only burned if I missed an area. I will be ordering more and telling all of my friends and family. I don't know how you did it, must be magic. : ) Thank you so much
note: always test a tiny portion of any product you purchase first to ensure it is right for you. Example: a dap on your wrist.
Living Libations
Living Libations Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc Beach Balm 15ml
£24.00
Living Libations Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc – Beach Balm frees you to spend long, lazy days lounging in the summer sun. This plant-based balm is perfect for those scorching, heat-seeking days where a hat and cotton clothing are too cumbersome!
This handcrafted, portable sun-stick is formulated with sun-harmonizing botanicals that come to life under our star’s nourishing rays. Pure sunlight ignites the beneficial properties in these excellent elixirs that also smell like summer fun. High concentrations of sun-friendly flavonoids and carotenoids lend rich colors to some of these robust essences. This melody of tropical coconut, sweet flowers, warm spices, and verdant flora is a sensual invitation to long, languid summer days. Into these essences we have swirled balmy beeswax for its porous powers, rich cacao butter to soothe and moisturize thirsty skin, and non-nanoparticle uncoated zinc oxide to shield skin on sunny days.
Fear not the sun! With Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc – Beach Balm you are free to hit the beach, the trail, water play or the poolside lounge chair all day.
Use: Glide over the skin, paying special attention to your chin, nose, and shoulders. Be sure to reapply at least every two hours and more often if you are sweating, swimming, or the UV index is high.
Organic Ingredients: Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba), Cocos nucifera (Virgin Coconut) Oil, Theobroma cacao (Cacao Butter), Hippophae rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn), Zinc Oxide, Rubus idaeus (Raspberry Seed), Calophyllum inophyllum (Tamanu), Schisandra chinensis (Schizandra), Myrica pubescens (Laurel Wax), Helichrysum italicum (Immortelle), Daucus carota (Carrot Seed), Rosa damascena (Rose Otto), Eriocephalus punctualatus (Cape Chamomile), Boswellia carterii (Frankincense), Santalum album (Sandalwood), Zingiber officinale (Ginger), Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender), Pelargonium graveolens (Geranium), Thyme vulgaris linalool (Sweet Thyme), Curcuma longa (Turmeric), Calendula officinalis (Calendula), and Cymbopogon martini (Palmarosa).
Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) Oil – Glorious, golden jojoba nourishes and conditions thirsty skin. Jojoba has unparalleled ability to moisturize the skin, balance oil production, deep clean pores, and create long-lasting conditioning effects that soften skin to perfect silk. It is brimming with peptides and lipids and contains the highest levels of phenolic compounds found in nature along with nutrients and all soluble forms of vitamin E. One of the most nourishing skin oils of all!
Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera) – Pure, virgin coconut crème becomes a liquid at 75-degrees. When it comes in contact with a 98-degree body, it effortlessly melts into the skin. Luscious Coconut crème eases premature aging and protects and heals dry skin.
Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Supercritical Extract – Seabuckthorn sends its lipids into the skin, diminishing imbalances from the inside out. This supercritical extract is packed with omega fatty acids 3, 6, 7, and 9, antioxidants, vitamins, palmitoleic acids, carotenoids, and phytosterols. A single drop of seabuckthorn oil contains 190 different bioactive compounds. This bright orange essence is incredibly regenerative and complexion-clearing - relaxing redness and paring puffiness. Seabuckthorn is an excellent addition to cleansers for acne. Seabuckthorn stealthily harmonizes skin with sun.
Cacao (Theobroma cacao) Butter – Creamy cacao butter, a magnificent moisturizer of Mesoamerica for eons imparts a delicious chocolate aroma and is deeply hydrating. It is made from the highest quality heirloom cacao beans to make the most sensual, skin-soothing delight. This emollient extraordinaire is pressed from chocolate beans and contains fabulous fatty acids. One of the most antioxidant-rich edibles on earth, cacao is a true superfood. Its buttery sweetness glides seamlessly on the skin, inspiring sensual love and feeding our delicate tissues with purity.
Zinc Oxide – Non-nanoparticle uncoated pharmaceutical-grade zinc oxide is the purest form of zinc available. The molecular size of these zinc particles are too large to be absorbed by the skin. We prefer uncoated zinc oxide as this is purer than titanium dioxide and coated zinc oxide is made with a synthetic silicone coating, triethoxycaprylylsilane. Uncoated zinc is known to improve the appearance of age spots and melasma, too.
Raspberry Seed (Rubus idaeus) Essential Oil – Ravishing red raspberry seed oil is like a pleasant parasol on the sun. This special cold-pressed plant oil is lavish in essential fatty acids (linoleic, alpha linolenic, and oleic acids), vitamin A, carotenoids, tocopherols, and tocotrienols. Tocopherols are primarily gamma and alpha tocopherols and are ready to bless the skin with moisturizing magic. Lovely to use outdoors, especially for mid-day play.
Tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) Oil – Enchanting tamanu is a regenerative berry oil that is easily absorbed deep into the skin to keep moisture in and protect the skin from dryness. Tamanu is said to even skin tone and reduce the appearance of scars. Even for a fatty oil, it has a high (92%!) lipid content. It is also a wonderful ingredient in moisturizers for acne-prone skin.
Schizandra Berry (Schisandra chinensis) Essential Oil – Used for over 3,000 years as one of the most important herbs in Chinese medicine, Schizandra berry slows signs of aging of the skin. This wonderful berry inspires positivity and energizes the spirit. A staple in Traditional Chinese Medicine, these red berries have been used for thousands of years to boost the body’s chi.
Laurel Wax (Myrica pubescens) Essential Oil – Lovely laurel waxes poetic on your cheeks and balms a breathable, loving layer on your skin. This fine fruit wax is a blessing from the berry of an evergreen shrub that grows at high altitudes in the Andes.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) Essential Oil – Everlasting immortelle is stellar and shines divine for all kinds of skincare. This fragrant-floral oil is wild-crafted on the island of Corsica where the flowers prosper with ocean breezes and sunshine. The flowers grow at an altitude of 4,000 feet on the rocky countryside cliffs. Immortelle aids in abating the appearance of scars, spots, melasma, redness and fine lines. This multifaceted gem of an oil is uplifting emotionally as well.
Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) Essential Oil – Queen Anne’s lace anoints your face with queenly grace. Carrot oil stimulates oil production in pitch perfect ratios, regardless of your skin’s current state. Oily, dry, and combination skin can all benefit from the stimulating, moisturizing power of carrot seed.
Rose Otto (Rosa damascena) Essential Oil – Rose otto offers oh-so-much-more than an ambrosial aroma. It is also the most tonifying of all the rose oils. It is an incredibly elegant and precious essence. It takes sixty roses to make a single drop of rose otto essential oil! This regal botanical adds resiliency, elasticity, and moisture to the skin to minimize signs of aging and give the skin a rosy glow. It reduces the look of age spots, and it also smells amazing!
Cape Chamomile (Eriocephalus punctulatus) Essential Oil - Captivating cape chamomile’s exudes a beautiful, fine fruity-floral fragrance that is one of my favorite aromas. Cape chamomile has a high content of rare, nourishing ester and azulene compounds that impart a teal blue hue to soothe all manner of skin imbalances. This rejuvenating essence regulates sebum and softens the appearance of scars, and spots.
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) Essential Oil – Sacred frankincense is the pièce de résistance of skincare! It relaxes redness, firms the skin, minimizes melasma, and infuses the skin with copious moisture. It’s also wonderful for reducing the appearance of scars and age spots.
Sandalwood (Santalum album) Essential Oil – Succulent Sandalwood is the perfect antidote for sun drenched skin that is hot and dehydrated. It helps the skin retain more moisture, reduces the appearance of scars and age spots, and clears pores. Sandalwood is an ancient body and face oil beloved as a calming, soothing tonic. The honey-syrup scented essence satiates dry, sensitive skin.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Essential Oil – Ginger is a hero in our arsenal as it packs an herbaceous punch! Warm and zingy, it energizes the skin and assists with easing signs of premature aging by enhancing elasticity and firmness. Diminishes the appearance of melasma and harmonizes the skin to those golden rays.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Essential Oil – Lovely lavender is a gentle-yet-powerful skin tonic that is restorative and calming. It relaxes redness and cools heat. Lavender can be used to improve the appearance of scars, even out skin tone, cleanse acne prone skin, and balance the skin’s sebum levels.
Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) Essential Oil – This gentle giant of skincare firms skin, reduces the appearance of scars and stretch marks, and is an exceptional toner for acne-prone skin.
Sweet Thyme (Thyme vulgaris linalool) Essential Oil – Thyme Linalool is as strong as it is soft! It contains all the fortifying and toning power of the other types of thyme oils without causing irritation as it purifies pores. It is known to stimulate and energize the body and mind while being mild enough for use on young children and the elderly. Thyme Linalool is lush in linalool and is a treasured ingredient in our gentle skincare serums.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Essential Oil – Treasured turmeric is a tonic of golden-goodness for skin. Through supercritical extraction, all of turmeric’s lipophilic (oil-loving) compounds are captured from the plant’s roots. This special extraction process captures much more of the aromatic volatile oils, lipids, and pigments than a typical powdered herb.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) Essential Oil – Calendula is a sunned-skin's super hero. This bold extract harnesses the powerful anti-aging properties of marigold petals that send redness and heat packing. Traditional uses find that scars and puffiness are all soothed with calendula, too.
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martini) Essential Oil – Pleasant palmarosa essential oil is distilled from a tropical, fragrant grass resulting in an aromatic oil that smells like a lemony-geranium-rose and is simply splendid for the nose! This formidable skin rejuvenator rich in mighty monoterpenols, emollient esters, loving linalool, and generous geraniols poises pores and skin tone. Palmarosa smoothes skin and has a reputation of bringing balance to blemish prone and dry skin.
Review(s)
By far the best “sunscreen” I have ever used.
Everybody loves the Sunshine with zinc Beachbalm! This is by far the best “sunscreen” I have ever used. we usually use the liquid form which has liquid essential oil‘s. But I bought this one to put on my kids and it works fabulous. I have not used commercial sunscreen and many, many years. It is filled with cancerous chemicals and toxic parabens. It also blocks our bodies absorption of vitamin D. So why would I even consider putting that on my children’s skin. This is by far the healthiest, safest version of sunscreen I have yet to come across. Thank you @livinglibations for making such amazing products!
I love this product!
I also have it in the chapstick size for tiny areas on face and use this one shown for shoulders, chest. Works fantastic and smells wonderful but best of all knowing how pure the ingredients are!!
Amazing Product
"I purchased this item based on one review. I am so pleased with this product. I bought the large size for my daughter and the next size down for myself. I regret not buying myself the larger one because this is all I will use from now on. This product feels so good on my skin (face and body) and I love the smell so much I could eat it. Thanks for continuing to make amazing clean, rejuvenating products. I love all your products that I have purchased and I have purchased many, You never disappoint. Thank-you Wanda "
I underestimated this product!
"I am sooo glad I gave this product a try! I purchased the 5 mL size because of the price just in case it didn't work for me I wouldn't feel bad about the money I spent. Also, there weren't any reviews yet so I didn't know what kind of results to expect. Needless to say, I just purchased my second balm! I got the 5 mL size again because although it is the size of a chap stick a little goes a long way, and it lasted for 2 1/2 months. You can't beat that! My skin is pretty normal. I have some *** scars, and I usually break out a bit during my moon-time cycle. I use this product at night before I go to bed about 4x/week. I apply it the same way you would apply a highlighter on your face and then blend it all in with my finger. It looks the same way your face would look if you applied a sun care product on your face but after about an hr my skin absorbs the product. When I wake up my skin looks flawless. It diminishes the appearance of the spot *** in size, redness, and I am noticing that the appearance of my scars are also diminishing! You have to give this product a try! "
Living Libations
Living Libations Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc Beach Balm 60ml
£64.00
Living Libations Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc – Beach Balm frees you to spend long, lazy days lounging in the summer sun. This plant-based balm is perfect for those scorching, heat-seeking days where a hat and cotton clothing are too cumbersome!
This handcrafted, portable sun-stick is formulated with sun-harmonizing botanicals that come to life under our star’s nourishing rays. Pure sunlight ignites the beneficial properties in these excellent elixirs that also smell like summer fun. High concentrations of sun-friendly flavonoids and carotenoids lend rich colors to some of these robust essences. This melody of tropical coconut, sweet flowers, warm spices, and verdant flora is a sensual invitation to long, languid summer days. Into these essences we have swirled balmy beeswax for its porous powers, rich cacao butter to soothe and moisturize thirsty skin, and non-nanoparticle uncoated zinc oxide to shield skin on sunny days.
Fear not the sun! With Everybody Loves the Sunshine with Zinc – Beach Balm you are free to hit the beach, the trail, water play or the poolside lounge chair all day.
Use: Glide over the skin, paying special attention to your chin, nose, and shoulders. Be sure to reapply at least every two hours and more often if you are sweating, swimming, or the UV index is high.
Organic Ingredients: Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba), Cocos nucifera (Virgin Coconut) Oil, Theobroma cacao (Cacao Butter), Hippophae rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn), Zinc Oxide, Rubus idaeus (Raspberry Seed), Calophyllum inophyllum (Tamanu), Schisandra chinensis (Schizandra), Myrica pubescens (Laurel Wax), Helichrysum italicum (Immortelle), Daucus carota (Carrot Seed), Rosa damascena (Rose Otto), Eriocephalus punctualatus (Cape Chamomile), Boswellia carterii (Frankincense), Santalum album (Sandalwood), Zingiber officinale (Ginger), Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender), Pelargonium graveolens (Geranium), Thyme vulgaris linalool (Sweet Thyme), Curcuma longa (Turmeric), Calendula officinalis (Calendula), and Cymbopogon martini (Palmarosa).
Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) Oil – Glorious, golden jojoba nourishes and conditions thirsty skin. Jojoba has unparalleled ability to moisturize the skin, balance oil production, deep clean pores, and create long-lasting conditioning effects that soften skin to perfect silk. It is brimming with peptides and lipids and contains the highest levels of phenolic compounds found in nature along with nutrients and all soluble forms of vitamin E. One of the most nourishing skin oils of all!
Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera) – Pure, virgin coconut crème becomes a liquid at 75-degrees. When it comes in contact with a 98-degree body, it effortlessly melts into the skin. Luscious Coconut crème eases premature aging and protects and heals dry skin.
Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Supercritical Extract – Seabuckthorn sends its lipids into the skin, diminishing imbalances from the inside out. This supercritical extract is packed with omega fatty acids 3, 6, 7, and 9, antioxidants, vitamins, palmitoleic acids, carotenoids, and phytosterols. A single drop of seabuckthorn oil contains 190 different bioactive compounds. This bright orange essence is incredibly regenerative and complexion-clearing - relaxing redness and paring puffiness. Seabuckthorn is an excellent addition to cleansers for acne. Seabuckthorn stealthily harmonizes skin with sun.
Cacao (Theobroma cacao) Butter – Creamy cacao butter, a magnificent moisturizer of Mesoamerica for eons imparts a delicious chocolate aroma and is deeply hydrating. It is made from the highest quality heirloom cacao beans to make the most sensual, skin-soothing delight. This emollient extraordinaire is pressed from chocolate beans and contains fabulous fatty acids. One of the most antioxidant-rich edibles on earth, cacao is a true superfood. Its buttery sweetness glides seamlessly on the skin, inspiring sensual love and feeding our delicate tissues with purity.
Zinc Oxide – Non-nanoparticle uncoated pharmaceutical-grade zinc oxide is the purest form of zinc available. The molecular size of these zinc particles are too large to be absorbed by the skin. We prefer uncoated zinc oxide as this is purer than titanium dioxide and coated zinc oxide is made with a synthetic silicone coating, triethoxycaprylylsilane. Uncoated zinc is known to improve the appearance of age spots and melasma, too.
Raspberry Seed (Rubus idaeus) Essential Oil – Ravishing red raspberry seed oil is like a pleasant parasol on the sun. This special cold-pressed plant oil is lavish in essential fatty acids (linoleic, alpha linolenic, and oleic acids), vitamin A, carotenoids, tocopherols, and tocotrienols. Tocopherols are primarily gamma and alpha tocopherols and are ready to bless the skin with moisturizing magic. Lovely to use outdoors, especially for mid-day play.
Tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) Oil – Enchanting tamanu is a regenerative berry oil that is easily absorbed deep into the skin to keep moisture in and protect the skin from dryness. Tamanu is said to even skin tone and reduce the appearance of scars. Even for a fatty oil, it has a high (92%!) lipid content. It is also a wonderful ingredient in moisturizers for acne-prone skin.
Schizandra Berry (Schisandra chinensis) Essential Oil – Used for over 3,000 years as one of the most important herbs in Chinese medicine, Schizandra berry slows signs of aging of the skin. This wonderful berry inspires positivity and energizes the spirit. A staple in Traditional Chinese Medicine, these red berries have been used for thousands of years to boost the body’s chi.
Laurel Wax (Myrica pubescens) Essential Oil – Lovely laurel waxes poetic on your cheeks and balms a breathable, loving layer on your skin. This fine fruit wax is a blessing from the berry of an evergreen shrub that grows at high altitudes in the Andes.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) Essential Oil – Everlasting immortelle is stellar and shines divine for all kinds of skincare. This fragrant-floral oil is wild-crafted on the island of Corsica where the flowers prosper with ocean breezes and sunshine. The flowers grow at an altitude of 4,000 feet on the rocky countryside cliffs. Immortelle aids in abating the appearance of scars, spots, melasma, redness and fine lines. This multifaceted gem of an oil is uplifting emotionally as well.
Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) Essential Oil – Queen Anne’s lace anoints your face with queenly grace. Carrot oil stimulates oil production in pitch perfect ratios, regardless of your skin’s current state. Oily, dry, and combination skin can all benefit from the stimulating, moisturizing power of carrot seed.
Rose Otto (Rosa damascena) Essential Oil – Rose otto offers oh-so-much-more than an ambrosial aroma. It is also the most tonifying of all the rose oils. It is an incredibly elegant and precious essence. It takes sixty roses to make a single drop of rose otto essential oil! This regal botanical adds resiliency, elasticity, and moisture to the skin to minimize signs of aging and give the skin a rosy glow. It reduces the look of age spots, and it also smells amazing!
Cape Chamomile (Eriocephalus punctulatus) Essential Oil - Captivating cape chamomile’s exudes a beautiful, fine fruity-floral fragrance that is one of my favorite aromas. Cape chamomile has a high content of rare, nourishing ester and azulene compounds that impart a teal blue hue to soothe all manner of skin imbalances. This rejuvenating essence regulates sebum and softens the appearance of scars, and spots.
Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) Essential Oil – Sacred frankincense is the pièce de résistance of skincare! It relaxes redness, firms the skin, minimizes melasma, and infuses the skin with copious moisture. It’s also wonderful for reducing the appearance of scars and age spots.
Sandalwood (Santalum album) Essential Oil – Succulent Sandalwood is the perfect antidote for sun drenched skin that is hot and dehydrated. It helps the skin retain more moisture, reduces the appearance of scars and age spots, and clears pores. Sandalwood is an ancient body and face oil beloved as a calming, soothing tonic. The honey-syrup scented essence satiates dry, sensitive skin.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Essential Oil – Ginger is a hero in our arsenal as it packs an herbaceous punch! Warm and zingy, it energizes the skin and assists with easing signs of premature aging by enhancing elasticity and firmness. Diminishes the appearance of melasma and harmonizes the skin to those golden rays.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Essential Oil – Lovely lavender is a gentle-yet-powerful skin tonic that is restorative and calming. It relaxes redness and cools heat. Lavender can be used to improve the appearance of scars, even out skin tone, cleanse acne prone skin, and balance the skin’s sebum levels.
Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) Essential Oil – This gentle giant of skincare firms skin, reduces the appearance of scars and stretch marks, and is an exceptional toner for acne-prone skin.
Sweet Thyme (Thyme vulgaris linalool) Essential Oil – Thyme Linalool is as strong as it is soft! It contains all the fortifying and toning power of the other types of thyme oils without causing irritation as it purifies pores. It is known to stimulate and energize the body and mind while being mild enough for use on young children and the elderly. Thyme Linalool is lush in linalool and is a treasured ingredient in our gentle skincare serums.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Essential Oil – Treasured turmeric is a tonic of golden-goodness for skin. Through supercritical extraction, all of turmeric’s lipophilic (oil-loving) compounds are captured from the plant’s roots. This special extraction process captures much more of the aromatic volatile oils, lipids, and pigments than a typical powdered herb.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) Essential Oil – Calendula is a sunned-skin's super hero. This bold extract harnesses the powerful anti-aging properties of marigold petals that send redness and heat packing. Traditional uses find that scars and puffiness are all soothed with calendula, too.
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martini) Essential Oil – Pleasant palmarosa essential oil is distilled from a tropical, fragrant grass resulting in an aromatic oil that smells like a lemony-geranium-rose and is simply splendid for the nose! This formidable skin rejuvenator rich in mighty monoterpenols, emollient esters, loving linalool, and generous geraniols poises pores and skin tone. Palmarosa smoothes skin and has a reputation of bringing balance to blemish prone and dry skin.
Review(s)
By far the best “sunscreen” I have ever used.
Everybody loves the Sunshine with zinc Beachbalm! This is by far the best “sunscreen” I have ever used. we usually use the liquid form which has liquid essential oil‘s. But I bought this one to put on my kids and it works fabulous. I have not used commercial sunscreen and many, many years. It is filled with cancerous chemicals and toxic parabens. It also blocks our bodies absorption of vitamin D. So why would I even consider putting that on my children’s skin. This is by far the healthiest, safest version of sunscreen I have yet to come across. Thank you @livinglibations for making such amazing products!
I love this product!
I also have it in the chapstick size for tiny areas on face and use this one shown for shoulders, chest. Works fantastic and smells wonderful but best of all knowing how pure the ingredients are!!
Amazing Product
"I purchased this item based on one review. I am so pleased with this product. I bought the large size for my daughter and the next size down for myself. I regret not buying myself the larger one because this is all I will use from now on. This product feels so good on my skin (face and body) and I love the smell so much I could eat it. Thanks for continuing to make amazing clean, rejuvenating products. I love all your products that I have purchased and I have purchased many, You never disappoint. Thank-you Wanda "
I underestimated this product!
"I am sooo glad I gave this product a try! I purchased the 5 mL size because of the price just in case it didn't work for me I wouldn't feel bad about the money I spent. Also, there weren't any reviews yet so I didn't know what kind of results to expect. Needless to say, I just purchased my second balm! I got the 5 mL size again because although it is the size of a chap stick a little goes a long way, and it lasted for 2 1/2 months. You can't beat that! My skin is pretty normal. I have some *** scars, and I usually break out a bit during my moon-time cycle. I use this product at night before I go to bed about 4x/week. I apply it the same way you would apply a highlighter on your face and then blend it all in with my finger. It looks the same way your face would look if you applied a sun care product on your face but after about an hr my skin absorbs the product. When I wake up my skin looks flawless. It diminishes the appearance of the spot *** in size, redness, and I am noticing that the appearance of my scars are also diminishing! You have to give this product a try! "
Vimergy
Vimergy - Kids Liquid Zinc (55ml)
£29.00
Support your child’s immunity, growth, and development with this great-tasting, easy-to-take liquid Organic Zinc, made with organic apple juice concentrate.*As an essential trace mineral necessary for all humans, Vimergy Kids Organic Zinc Sulfate provides benefits to the whole body inside and out from the bones to the skin and everywhere in between.* A great addition to your little one’s daily routine, zinc can also help keep that routine going with fewer missed days of school!† With kid-friendly recommendations for use and equipped with an easy-to-measure marked dropper to make precision convenient, Vimergy Kids Organic Zinc Sulfate is a fantastic way to ensure your kiddos get enough of this powerhouse nutrient to fuel their daily vital growth and development.
Marked dropper! Easy-to-measure dose of high quality, organic zinc sulfate based on YOUR child.
Great tasting liquid formula for enhanced absorption.
Multiple head-to-toe growth and development benefits including immune function, brain support, and bone health.
USDA Organic, Alcohol-Free, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, Corn-Free, Vegan & Paleo Friendly.
No Citric Acid.
Quality focused! Triple Third Party tested. Every batch. Every time.
Uncomplicated organic formula that mixes easily- add to juice!
Product infoVimergy Kids Organic Zinc Sulfate is a fantastic way to ensure your kiddos get enough of this powerhouse nutrient to fuel their daily vital growth and development. Vimergy Kids Zinc is a tasty formula with kid-friendly recommendations for use and comes equipped with an easy-to-measure marked dropper to make precision use convenient whether adding to juice, a smoothie, or taking it straight from the bottle. Vimergy Kids Zinc is the simple, no fuss way to make sure your kiddos get what they need!Zinc Supports 7 Essential Health Benefits for Your Child’s Growth and Development:
Supports maintenance of normal bones and connective tissue.*
Aids in normal function of the immune system.*
Necessary for normal wound healing processes.*
Important for normal cognitive function.*
Contributes to normal growth and development.*
Vital for the maintenance of normal vision.*
Essential for healthy metabolism of food.*
How to Use
Serving: As a dietary supplement, the suggested serving size is age dependent.
Ages 1-3 years: Take 1mL (26-28 drops) by mouth once per day.
Ages 4-18 years: Take 1.75mL (46-49 drops) by mouth once per day.
May be taken directly from the bottle or added to food, drinks, or a smoothie.Storage: Store in a cool, dark place.Contraindications: Do not use this product if your child is allergic or hypersensitive to any of its ingredients. Consult your child’s physician prior to use, especially if your child takes medications or has a diagnosed medical condition. Immediately cease consumption and discontinue use if your child experiences any adverse reaction to this product.
Vimergy
Vimergy Herbs - Organic Zinc Sulfate 115ml
£38.00
Looking to give your immune system a boost, lower your chances of getting sick and help quicken recovery time when you do? Look no further than our Zinc Sulfate, an essential trace element for the immune system, reproductive system, and hair, skin, and nail health. [1]
Product info
Zinc is a key mineral essential for life and overall wellbeing. Today, most people are deficient in zinc due to zinc levels in our soil being low to non-existent.[2] This is why it is very important to take a zinc supplement and to make sure it’s the right kind for your body! Zinc boosts immunity by strengthening white blood cells, [3] strengthens the thyroid and adrenal glands, [4] and supports healthy hair, skin, and nails. [5] Our liquid Zinc Sulfate only contains Zinc, organic glycerin, and purified water. Free from any citric acid, natural flavors, alcohol, or any detrimental ingredients, Vimergy zinc sulfate is a supplement you can feel great about.
Organic Zinc:
Supports the immune system, and reproductive system [6]
Promotes healthy hair, skin, and nails, including helping with ridges, white spots, missing moons, and weak, brittle nails [7]
Helps break down carbohydrates [8]
Positively affects the brain and neuron communication [9]
Contains 7.5mg of zinc sulfate in one serving
Organic, Kosher, Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free
No Alcohol, Citric Acid & No Fillers, Additives, or Natural Flavors
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How to Use
Serving: As a dietary supplement, take 2 droppers a day and hold under tongue for 60 seconds, then swallow. Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Contraindications: Use zinc cautiously if you have HIV/AIDS.
Vimergy
Vimergy Herbs - Organic Zinc Sulfate 60ml (Trial Size)
£24.00
Looking to give your immune system a boost, lower your chances of getting sick and help quicken recovery time when you do? Look no further than our Zinc Sulfate, an essential trace element for the immune system, reproductive system, and hair, skin, and nail health. [1]
Product info
Zinc is a key mineral essential for life and overall wellbeing. Today, most people are deficient in zinc due to zinc levels in our soil being low to non-existent.[2] This is why it is very important to take a zinc supplement and to make sure it’s the right kind for your body! Zinc boosts immunity by strengthening white blood cells, [3] strengthens the thyroid and adrenal glands, [4] and supports healthy hair, skin, and nails. [5] Our liquid Zinc Sulfate only contains Zinc, organic glycerin, and purified water. Free from any citric acid, natural flavors, alcohol, or any detrimental ingredients, Vimergy zinc sulfate is a supplement you can feel great about.
Organic Zinc:
Supports the immune system, and reproductive system [6]
Promotes healthy hair, skin, and nails, including helping with ridges, white spots, missing moons, and weak, brittle nails [7]
Helps break down carbohydrates [8]
Positively affects the brain and neuron communication [9]
Contains 7.5mg of zinc sulfate in one serving
Organic, Kosher, Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free
No Alcohol, Citric Acid & No Fillers, Additives, or Natural Flavors
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How to Use
Serving: As a dietary supplement, take 2 droppers a day and hold under tongue for 60 seconds, then swallow. Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Contraindications: Use zinc cautiously if you have HIV/AIDS.
Mineralife
Zemvelo - ZINC 240ml - 8floz (previously Mineralife)
£20.99
Powerful Immune Boosting Mineral
Zinc is an essential trace element that your body needs in small quantities daily. It encourages overall health and wellbeing. It is commonly known as an effective immune system support mineral and is believed to encourage a normal inflammatory response in the body.
Take a stand for your family’s health by investing in a high-quality zinc supplement.
How to Use Zinc
Mix half a teaspoon with water or your favorite juice and drink up! This supplement can be taken on its own if preferred.
Active Ingredients
Zinc is an important mineral that contributes to growth and development, healthy skin, reproductive health, and immune system health. CHD-FA Fulvic Acid enhances the body’s absorption and use of vitamins and minerals.
MINERAL SOURCE
Zemvelo’s Zinc is mined in Idaho, Missouri, and/or Alaska, USA.
Form: Zinc Lactate
Found in: Oysters, herring, beef, lamb, beef/pork liver, sunflower or pumpkin seeds, maple syrup, tea
Production Plant: St. Louis, MO, USA.
FEATURES
Clinically tested professional grade CHD-Fulvic Acid has been added to Zemvelo Zinc liquid supplement to further increase absorption and enhance overall wellbeing as fulvic acid can naturally support the body’s immune, inflammatory, and detoxification response.
Zemvelo Zinc is:
All Natural – Prepared from a pure elemental source.
Concentrated – 7,200 PPM or 18mg of Zinc in 2.5ml (½ teaspoon) provides 164% of the recommended daily value for Zinc.
Excellent Value – 8 oz bottle provides a 96-day supply.
FACT FILE
Zinc is well known for its immune supporting qualities but it can help with so much more
Zinc may help young adults achieve clear skin
Zinc can support healthy testosterone production in adults, promoting a healthy libido response
Zinc promotes normal inflammatory response
Benefits Of Zinc
Provides Immune Support
Naturally supports immune system functions; the body’s natural defenses.
Assists Inflammatory Response
Antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals and support a healthy inflammatory response in the body.
Supports Healthy Testosterone Level
A zinc deficiency has been linked with low testosterone production.
Beauty Booster
Supports the growth of hair and nails and promotes clear skin.
Why Take Ionic Liquid Zinc?
Zinc is an extremely important mineral supporting everything from immune health and sexual desire to clear skin and healthy brain function. Zinc is critical for the formation and activity of many enzymes and cells that play a role in the maintenance of a healthy immune system. Zinc supplements have been used in the medical world for centuries, but slowly lost traction as modern medicine was developed.
Zinc also aids in the proper assimilation of vitamins to help maintain body tissues. It is important in the synthesis of DNA and has been noted for its healing properties. Zinc creates a defense for your body from immune-compromising external factors. It can also provide nutritional support for healthy individuals recovering from surgery.
Additionally, zinc:
Supports a balanced mood.
Supports healthy metabolic function.
Can strengthen the senses of taste and smell.
Helps in dealing with the effects of toxin exposure.
Helps to support healthy immune and endocrine systems.
Supports healthy hair growth.
Helps neutralize body odor.
Can aid in skin irritation.
Helps neutralize acne breakouts.
Helps the prostate, liver, kidney, adrenal, and gastrointestinal health.
Supports immune health, healthy brain function, clear skin, healthy aging, and a healthy lifestyle.
Symptoms of Zinc Deficiency
Zinc deficiency is quite common, especially in people who do not eat enough foods that contain zinc. Further, those who have digestive disorders may have difficulty absorbing zinc from zinc-rich foods. While some foods contain ‘added zinc’, this type is not as easily absorbed into the body because it is bound to anti-nutrients that prevent absorption.
Deficiency may show up as slowed growth and development in young adults, or even acne-prone skin. In adults, it can manifest as a loss in sexual desire, taste, smell, and sometimes compromised vision. Occasionally you may experience a loss of appetite when battling a zinc deficiency.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
WAM Essentials (Dr Wong)
Zinc Citrate 60 Capsules (WAM Essentials)
£20.95
Zinc is an essential mineral, necessary for sustaining all life. It is estimated that 3,000 of the hundreds of thousands of proteins in the human body contain zinc..... Zinc ions are now considered neurotransmitters. Cells in the salivary gland, prostate, immune system and intestine are other types of tissues that highly need zinc.
The below information is from MineralsInc.com. Read the full text with references at: MineralsInc.com
Role of Zinc in Human Nutrition
Zinc is involved in well over one hundred metabolic process and body functions,
Normal growth and development
Maintaining healthy skin and bones
Essential in various metabolic processes
Healing and immune functions
Physiologically, zinc is vital for growth and developments, sexual maturation and reproduction, dark vision adaptation, olfactory and gustatory activity, insulin storage and release and for a variety of host immune defenses, among other things. Zinc deficiency can result in growth retardation, immune dysfunction, increased incidence of infections, hypogonadism, oligospermia, anorexia, diarrhea, weight loss, delayed wound healing, neural tube defects of the fetus, increased risk for abortion, alopecia, mental lethargy and skin changes.
Zinc may have immunomodulatory activity. It may also have antioxidant activity. Zinc has putative antiviral, fertility- enhancing and retinoprotective activities.
Effects of Zinc Deficiency
Even borderline zinc deficiency or disturbances in zinc metabolism can have profound adverse health effects. Those at greatest risk of such deficiencies and disturbances include infants, children, the elderly and pregnant women. Due to conditions that can limit the bioavailability of zinc, even when there is adequate zinc intake, zinc deficiency may affect still larger population.
Among diseases and conditions associated with zinc deficiency are alcoholism, malabsorption syndromes, acrodermatitis enteropathica, anorexia nervosa, thermal burns and total parenteral nutrition without zinc supplementation.
Zinc Supplementation as Zinc Citrate
Supplemental zinc may be helpful in some of the foregoing, in some conditions of immune impairment, in some complications of pregnancy, in the prevention of some cases of fetal neural tube defects, diarrhea, oligospermia, delayed wound healing and some cognitive disorders. It may also help against some inflammatory disorders.
Zinc is essential for proper formation and maturation of spermatozoa. There is some evidence that zinc can promote and accelerate wound healing in some circumstances. Zinc is also very important to the newborn when breast milk may be its only source of Zinc.
Zinc Citrate represents a totally reacted and nutritionally functional Chelate of Zinc and the naturally occurring citrate in the human body.
Zinc citrate caters to the need of "optimal mineral nutrition" with respect to zinc by delivering it in a more bio-available, energy rich, tolerant and safe form.
Additional information: Adapted from Wikipedia. Read the full text with references at: Wikipedia.com
"Zinc deficiency results from inadequate intake of zinc, or inadequate absorption of zinc into the body. Signs of zinc deficiency include hair loss, skin lesions, diarrhea, prostate swelling, delayed wound healing (epithelial tissue won't heal as well or as fast as it should in a zinc deficient state), wasting of body tissues and white spots on the nails. Eyesight, taste, smell and memory are also connected with zinc. A deficiency in zinc can cause malfunctions of these organs and functions. Congenital abnormalities causing zinc deficiency may lead to a disease called Acrodermatitis enteropathica (Caution: the linked-to website has some rather graphic pictures of infants afflicted with acrodermatitis enteropathica).
Obtaining a sufficient zinc intake during pregnancy and in young children is a very real problem, especially among those who cannot afford a good and varied diet. Brain development is stunted by zinc insufficiency in the womb and in youth. It is widely recognized that lack of zinc can contribute to acne.
When asked his opinion, here's what Dr. Wong had to say about Zinc Citrate:
"This warrants repeating: 'Zinc is the most essential mineral for sexual function' and Zinc Citrate is the best absorbed zinc! Why? Because most zinc supplements are very, very poorly absorbed. The oxides are mostly excreted. Those Zincs that are chelated to amino acids need to further bond to a lipid (fat) to be transported across the intestinal wall. Zincs that are chelated to sugars (gluconates) don’t get in well either. But, anything bonded to anything in the Vit. C family such as citric acid, Vit. C, ascorbates, etc. are taken in instantly and almost completely! That is why, despite all the sales hype to the contrary, calcium citrate, magnesium citrate and zinc citrate are the best absorbed minerals of their kind."