{"product_id":"zinc-pca","title":"Zinc PCA","description":"\u003cp\u003eZinc PCA (Zinc Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid) is a water-soluble cosmetic active that pairs the antimicrobial, sebum-regulating action of zinc with PCA — one of skin's own natural moisturising factors. A go-to for oily, combination and acne-prone skin, scalp and hair care and deodorant formulations, helping balance oil, support a clearer complexion and condition the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc PCA · \u003cstrong\u003eCAS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68107-75-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e white to off-white, odourless powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e water-soluble (add to the water phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1–1% (up to 0.3% in emulsions; 0.5–1% in tonics, serums, shampoos and deodorants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.0–6.0 — outside this range zinc can form insoluble complexes and precipitate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e anti-acne serums and toners, oil-control moisturisers, scalp and anti-dandruff products, natural deodorants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disperse into the water phase and stir until fully dissolved. Hold finished pH at 4–6 for best clarity and stability; avoid prolonged high-temperature heating. For external use only — patch test before use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MySkinRecipes","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":52346178666776,"sku":"ZINCPCA-50G","price":97.75,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":52346178699544,"sku":"ZINCPCA-100G","price":170.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":52346178732312,"sku":"ZINCPCA-500G","price":558.57,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1773\/0328\/files\/zinc-pca-powder.png?v=1782791402","url":"https:\/\/thesourcery.co.nz\/products\/zinc-pca","provider":"The Sourcery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}