Zinc is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the human body, and skin health depends on several of them. From wound healing to collagen synthesis to immune defense, this mineral plays a quiet but critical role in maintaining healthy skin.
Published research documents zinc's role in every phase of wound repair: inflammation, proliferation and remodeling. Zinc deficiency is directly associated with impaired healing.
Zinc is a cofactor for the enzymes that stabilize collagen structure. Without adequate zinc, collagen cross-linking is weakened, which affects skin firmness and elasticity.
We use zinc citrate at 2.7mg (25% DV) in our formula. Citrate is generally better absorbed than zinc oxide. While 25% DV is a supportive dose rather than a therapeutic one, it contributes meaningfully to daily zinc intake alongside dietary sources.
Zinc has anti-inflammatory and sebum-regulating properties. Some research supports its use in managing inflammatory acne, though the doses studied (30–50mg) are substantially higher than what any multi-nutrient gummy provides.
Our zinc dose is a contribution, not a standalone solution. Combined with the other 12 nutrients in Gelagen, it forms part of a comprehensive approach to skin health from within.