Zinc Sulfate
Zinc Sulfate is an antimicrobial and astringent ingredient. It’s in 40 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, conditioner and exfoliant. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Zinc sulfate: used to limit microbial growth and tighten the skin surface. Also used in oral-care products.
What it does
Contains Zinc Sulfate: antimicrobial
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Zinc Sulfate: antiplaque
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Zinc Sulfate: astringent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Zinc Sulfate: oral-care
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 38978, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as zinci sulfas and zinc sulphate.
Products that contain Zinc Sulfate
Henkel
2 in 1 - Zahncreme + Mundspülung - Original
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sedal
Aloe Vera & Menta
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Biomeprotect Dermo Shower Gel
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Damage Therapy Soothing Moisture Anti-Dandruff Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Dove
Damage Therapy Soothing Moisture Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Dermo Hypo-allergenic
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Colgate-Palmolive
Dermo pro hydrate, skin natural moisturisers
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Dermo Protector
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Colgate-Palmolive
DermoRestore
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sanex
DermoRestore Douche crème peaux abimées, peaux sèches
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Dove Dermacare Scalp
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
henkel
Fluor et plantes (sauge, mélisse, thym)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Henkel
Fraicheur Intense Eucalyptus & Menthe
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens
Henkel
Haleine pure
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Laneige
Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, silicones, chemical UV filters
Dove
Men+Care Cooling Menthol 2in1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
SANEX
Odeur Protecteur
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Henkel
Perfection 5
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens
Clear
Sampoo limpieza diaria 2 en 1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Sanex Dch Surgras Reparat
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Sanex dermo hydrating
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Colgate-Palmolive
Sanex dermo protector - peaux normales
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Sanex Men Skin Health 6-in-1 Active Fresh Douchegel
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
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