How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Aloe Vera first, then Zinc PCA, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Aloe Veravaries, wait about 1 minute
- 3Zinc PCA1%
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Aloe Vera does
A light, soothing hydrator that is a household staple in India. It calms redness and after-sun heat and gives oily skin water-based hydration without heaviness.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily, Combination, Sensitive And Normal skin
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What Zinc PCA does
Zinc salts help regulate sebum and have mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. That is why zinc so often appears next to niacinamide in oil-control serums.
- Typical strength
- 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Aloe Vera and Zinc PCA together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Aloe Vera and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Aloe Vera or Zinc PCA?
Apply Aloe Vera first, then Zinc PCA. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Aloe Vera in the morning or at night?
Aloe Vera: works morning or night. Use as a gel moisturiser for oily skin in summer, or under a cream in dry weather. Choose products without added alcohol or heavy fragrance.
Should I use Zinc PCA in the morning or at night?
Zinc PCA: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It works best as part of a niacinamide or oil-control serum.