Zinc Oxide Powder Blend

Description:  4 oz shaker canister of powder. Electroherbalism’s Zinc Oxide Powder Blend is pure zinc oxide mixed with a talc-free body powder mixture.  This healing, antibacterial, and antifungal deodorant powder is not scented.  It is without question the best deodorant powder for babies.  It can be used to quickly heal diaper rash instead of using zinc oxide creams which are typically full of petrochemicals. and is safe enough to use as a daily powder.  Instead of talc, Electroherbalism uses a mixture of arrowroot and kaolin powders.

Zinc Oxide Powder is the best foot and body powder for adults, too.  It prevents foot odor and fights foot and toenail fungus problems without harsh or toxic chemicals.  A small amount sprinkled in the shoes or on the feet once every few days is all that is necessary. Zinc Oxide Powder can also be used as an underarm deodorant to avoid the petrochemicals, aluminum, and other toxins of commercial products.

Electroherbalism's Zinc Oxide Powder Blend is now (as of August 2010) made with micronized zinc oxide powder. This caused a rise in the price, but now the powder is completely smooth without any graininess, which can be an issue using non-micronized zinc oxide. Micronization also greatly increases the surface area of the zinc oxide particles so they work more effectively.

Electroherbalism's Zinc Oxide Powder Blend contains 1/3 zinc oxide powder, or slightly more than 33%. This provides the strongest antibacterial and antifungal action. Powders that are sold in stores that advertise zinc oxide as one of the ingredients typically contain 1% zinc oxide. This contains 33 times more.

Besides as a body powder, Electroherbalism's Zinc Oxide Powder Blend can be used in novel ways, too. Putting some in the hand and adding a few drops of water to make a paste and rubbed into the skin in an even layer, it can be used as an emergency sunscreen. Used in this manner it will also dry up acne faster than the most expensive commercial products made for the purpose. Electroherbalism's Zinc Oxide Powder Blend is also the base for a high strength cream deodorant formula in the Recipes section.

Ingredients:  Zinc oxide, arrowroot, and kaolin powders.

Directions:  Apply as desired to body, feet, shoes, etc.  For underarms, shake a small amount in hands and apply to underarm area.  For shoes it is usually only necessary to dust them every few days.