Zinc Defence Gel
Zinc Defence Gel
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COSMOS
Your daily armour against oil, breakouts, and shine. Apply it and forget it's there.
Men's skin produces up to twice the oil of women's skin. Standard moisturisers sit on top of that oil layer and do nothing useful. They leave a greasy finish, block pores, and contribute to the shine problem they were supposed to solve.
The Zinc Defence Gel was built differently. A lightweight, oil-free gel formula that controls shine, minimises pores, and delivers all-day hydration without adding a single drop of grease. 5% Niacinamide regulates oil at a cellular level. Zinc PCA targets the bacteria that cause breakouts before they start. Hyaluronic Acid binds water to the skin so it stays hydrated without weight.
This is for men whose skin fights back against everything they put on it. The gel that works with your biology instead of against it.
Key Ingredients
Niacinamide 5%
Regulates sebum production at a cellular level. Reduces pore appearance and calms post-shave irritation.
Zinc PCA
Actively reduces sebum output and targets the bacteria that cause breakouts — antibacterial defence built into your moisturiser.
Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid
Penetrates at different depths for genuine all-day hydration. Surface layer locks moisture in. Deeper layer hydrates from within.
Allantoin + Panthenol
Allantoin soothes and promotes cell renewal. Panthenol strengthens the skin barrier that daily shaving breaks down.
How to Use
Cleanse with Daily Control Cleanser — always apply to clean skin
If using a serum, apply it first and allow 30 seconds to absorb
Dispense 1–2 pumps and dot across forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin
Press gently into the skin — do not rub
Use morning and evening consistently for a minimum of 4 weeks — follow with Active Shield SPF50 in the morning
Full Ingredient List — INCI
Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
Vegan · Oil-free · Paraben-free · COSMOS NATURAL certified by ECOCERT Greenlife
Questions
What's the difference between this and the Oil Control Hydrator?
Both target oily skin, but this goes further. The Oil Control Hydrator uses Niacinamide to regulate oil. The Zinc Defence Gel adds Zinc PCA for antibacterial protection — making it the better choice for breakout-prone skin.
Can I use this with a serum?
Yes — apply your serum first (Brightening C in the morning, Peptide Anti-Aging at night), let it absorb for 30 seconds, then apply the Zinc Defence Gel on top.
Will this help with post-shave breakouts?
Yes. Zinc PCA is antibacterial — it targets the bacteria that enter micro-cuts from shaving and cause breakouts. Niacinamide calms the redness and inflammation. Apply after shaving and cleansing.
How long until I see results?
Reduced shine within days. Visible pore minimisation and breakout reduction at 2–4 weeks of consistent twice-daily use. Full oil regulation at 4–6 weeks.
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How to Use
How to Use
Key Ingredients
Key Ingredients
Full Ingredient List
Full Ingredient List
