
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Oil Control Acne Face Wash, Zinc PCA, antibacterial properties, no soap, no sulphates
FEATURES
Regulates sebum production, prevents acne breakouts, gently cleanses dead skin cells, retains moisture balance, soothes itch and redness
BEST FOR
oily
CHECKS
No Soap, No Sulphates
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Sebum Regulation Acne Prevention Pore Unclogging MoisturizationBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Re'equil Says
Product Description:
What it doesRegulates sebum production.Helps prevent acne breakouts and cleanses dead skin cells very gently.Retains the moisture balance and soothes itch & redness of the skin.What it containsZinc PCA Zinc PCA is a skin conditioning ingredient that possesses antibacterial properties which fights against acnecausing bacteria.No Soap and No Sulphates It is a very mild cleanser formulated especially for oily acne prone skin.Washing an oily face with harsh cleansers can turn the skin dry and force the skin to produce extra sebum. This when combined with bacteria and dead skin cells leads to acne. Re&rsquoequil Oil Control Acne Face Wash lends a sebostatic oil control and moisturising effect to the skin. Specially formulated for oily combination and sensitive skin it gently cleanses off dirt unclogs pores and retains the moisture balance of your skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Key Ingredients
Zinc PCA
Ingredients Details
Zinc Pca
Common Name(s): Zinc salt of pca,zinc pyrrolidone carboxylate
CAS Number: 15454-75-8
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Simultaneously regulates sebum and hydrates via nmf-pca component for oily-dehydrated combination skin.
Why It's Used: Unique dual-function ingredient addressing the paradox of oily-yet-dehydrated skin with sebum control (zinc) + nmf hydration (pca) from one molecule.
How It Works: Zinc ion component inhibits 5-alpha-reductase and p. acnes. pca component provides nmf-type humectant hydration. combined in the zinc-pca salt for simultaneous delivery of both activities.
Typically Found In: Combination skin products,anti-acne moisturizers,oily skin hydration
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ zinc nmf complex
Secondary Functions: Sebum control,nmf hydration,anti-acne
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ1%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ mineral/inorganic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Mineral/inorganic compound. cosmetic or pharmaceutical grade.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating at recommended concentrations.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes at recommended concentrations
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile at cosmetic concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,salicylic acid,other actives
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities at standard concentrations
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
The combination of sebum regulation and nmf hydration in zinc pca addresses the clinically common oily-dehydrated skin phenotype, where excess sebum is accompanied by inadequate water binding in the stratum corneum โ a condition poorly served by either humectants (worsen oiliness) or astringents alone.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,basf zinc pca technical data
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12