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What Zinc Kills Fungus? A Guide to Antifungal Zinc Compounds

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While many people think of zinc as a dietary supplement, certain zinc-based compounds exhibit powerful antifungal and antimicrobial properties. Understanding what zinc kills fungus involves looking beyond the basic mineral to specialized formulations used in medicine and skincare. One such example is zinc pyrithione, an active ingredient used to fight *Malassezia* yeast associated with dandruff.