Zinc Pyrithione
ZPTZinc 2-Pyridinethione
Fungicide, Antifungal
Zinc pyrithione is a chemical used to kill fungus and prevent it from growing. It's often found in shampoos and other hair care products to help control dandruff and other scalp problems.
Low Concern
Source: FDA GRAS list
Zinc pyrithione is generally considered safe for use on the skin and scalp, but it can cause skin irritation in some people.
No result found for this ingredient.
r/Fungalacne
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Promising Essential Oils/Plant Extracts in the Prevention and Treatment of Dandruff Pathogenesis.
Kumari KMU, Yadav NP, Luqman S
2022
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