The Science Behind ZINQ

Every ingredient. Every study. No fluff.

ZINQ isn't just vibes. Every ingredient in these 2 gummies is backed by peer-reviewed research — and chosen specifically for Filipino skin. Here's exactly what's inside and why it works.

7 Clinically-backed ingredients
12+ Peer-reviewed studies cited
90% Filipino women saw brightening
2 wks Earliest visible results

Glutathione
1,000mg per 2 gummies
52 avocados worth of glutathione — in 2 gummies
Ingredient 01

The glow maker

Glutathione · 1,000mg

Think of glutathione as your skin's internal lightbulb switch. It's already in your body — but stress, UV exposure, and aging drain it faster than you can replenish it from food alone. ZINQ tops it back up so your skin can do what it's supposed to do: glow. One bottle gives you the equivalent of eating 52 avocados every single day — without the grocery bill.

How it actually works

Glutathione inhibits tyrosinase — the enzyme your skin uses to produce melanin (the dark pigment). Less tyrosinase activity = less dark pigment produced. It also shifts existing pigment from eumelanin (dark brown) to pheomelanin (lighter, pinkish) — so skin doesn't just stop darkening, it actively becomes brighter over time.

90%
Handog et al. 2016 · Int'l Journal of Dermatology of Filipino women (Fitzpatrick IV–V) reported visible brightening at 8 weeks. Melanin index changes measurable as early as 2 weeks.
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Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen
100mg per 2 gummies
Equivalent to the collagen in 2–4 whole fish skins — pre-digested for absorption
Ingredient 02

The skin rebuilder

Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen · 100mg

Your skin is literally made of collagen — it's the scaffolding that keeps it plump, bouncy, and smooth. After your mid-20s, your body produces less of it every year. Marine collagen is hydrolyzed, meaning it's already broken down into tiny peptides your gut can actually absorb — 5 to 10 times more effectively than eating fish skin directly.

How it actually works

Hydrolyzed collagen peptides travel through the bloodstream and signal fibroblasts — the cells responsible for collagen production — to ramp up activity. This triggers new collagen synthesis from within, improving skin elasticity, reducing collagen fragmentation, and increasing hydration at the dermal level where topical creams can't reach.

+22.7%
Reilly et al. 2024 · Randomized Double-Blind RCT increase in skin elasticity vs placebo. Also: 44.6% reduction in collagen fragmentation and 13.8% increase in hydration at 12 weeks.
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Vitamin C
100mg per 2 gummies
Equivalent to 1.5 oranges — concentrated for skin absorption
Ingredient 03

The collagen sidekick

Vitamin C · 100mg

Vitamin C is the reason collagen actually gets made. Without it, your body literally cannot build collagen — it's a required co-factor in the synthesis process. It also recycles Vitamin E in your skin's antioxidant defense system, making the whole formula work better together. You already know you need it. Now it's working inside your skin, not just your immune system.

How it actually works

Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) is an essential cofactor for prolyl hydroxylase and lysyl hydroxylase — the enzymes that stabilize collagen's triple-helix structure. Without adequate Vitamin C, collagen strands are structurally weak and degrade faster. It also directly inhibits melanin synthesis and regenerates oxidized Vitamin E back to its active form.

5–10×
Collagen synthesis cofactor research more effective collagen production when Vitamin C is present vs. collagen supplementation alone. Also reduces UV-induced pigmentation.
Vitamin E
200 IU per 2 gummies
16 whole avocados OR 18 handfuls of sunflower seeds — daily
Ingredient 04

The UV shield

Vitamin E · 200 IU

Every time your skin gets hit by UV — even through a window, even on a cloudy day — it triggers melanin production. Vitamin E sits in your cell membranes and absorbs that oxidative hit before it becomes a darkening signal. At 200 IU per serving, ZINQ gives you 667% of the daily recommended amount — because your skin in the Philippines needs serious backup.

How it actually works

Vitamin E (tocopherol) intercepts UV-generated free radicals at the cell membrane level, preventing lipid peroxidation — the chain reaction that damages melanocytes and triggers hyperpigmentation. It also directly inhibits tyrosinase activity and increases intracellular glutathione levels, creating a compounding brightening effect when combined with the glutathione in this formula.

667%
Handog et al. 2009 · Filipino RCT of daily recommended Vitamin E per serving. Filipina melasma study showed significant pigmentation decrease at p<0.0001.
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Grape Seed Extract
80mg per 2 gummies
1,600 red grapes — in 2 gummies
Ingredient 05

The dark spot blocker

Grape Seed Extract · 80mg

Grape seed extract sounds like a wellness buzzword but it's genuinely one of the most potent antioxidants in the formula. The active compounds (OPCs) specifically target the oxidative stress caused by UV exposure — the same stress that creates dark spots and uneven skin tone. Think of it as a second line of defense that works alongside glutathione.

How it actually works

Oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) in grape seed extract inhibit melanogenesis by scavenging UV-induced reactive oxygen species before they can activate the melanin production cascade. They also stabilize collagen cross-links, slowing collagen breakdown — which means your marine collagen investment lasts longer.

80mg
OPC antioxidant research of OPCs — equivalent to 1,600 red grapes. Shown to inhibit melanogenesis and fight UV-induced oxidative stress at the cellular level.
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Vitamin B12
850mcg per 2 gummies
Approximately 350 eggs worth of B12 — per 2 gummies
Ingredient 06

The cell renewer

Vitamin B12 · 850mcg

B12 is the ingredient no one talks about but everyone's skin needs. It drives cell reproduction — meaning your skin turns over fresh, evenly-pigmented cells faster. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which matters because inflammation is one of the sneaky triggers behind dark spots forming in the first place. And at 850mcg, most Filipinas are getting more than they'd ever get from food alone.

How it actually works

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Adequate B12 ensures keratinocytes (skin cells) replicate correctly and turn over at a healthy rate — accelerating the natural process of replacing hyperpigmented cells with evenly-toned ones. Its anti-inflammatory action also suppresses cytokine pathways that trigger post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

850
Cell reproduction research micrograms per serving. Supports even skin tone, reduces dark spots, and accelerates healthy cell turnover — with anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Folic Acid
260mcg per 2 gummies
Approximately 50 cups of spinach worth of folate — daily
Ingredient 07

The oxygen deliverer

Folic Acid · 260mcg

Folic acid is the ingredient doing the quiet background work — making sure every other ingredient has the environment it needs to work. It activates fibroblasts (collagen-producing cells), supports cell renewal, and improves oxygen delivery to skin tissue. Better-oxygenated skin looks visibly more radiant — which is why it's in here alongside the collagen and glutathione.

How it actually works

Folate is essential for one-carbon metabolism, a pathway critical to nucleotide synthesis and cell proliferation. In skin, adequate folate activates fibroblast activity, supports the production of collagen precursors, and ensures optimal oxygen transport to dermal tissue. This creates the cellular environment in which glutathione and marine collagen can perform at their peak.

260
Fibroblast activation research micrograms of folic acid — activates fibroblasts, supports collagen synthesis, and improves oxygen delivery for visibly more radiant skin.
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The Formula Story

Why 7 ingredients beat 1

ZINQ is formulated with clinically-backed ingredients that take time to work — because real results come from within. We stand behind our formula with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee No return shipping required · One claim per customer

Skin science takes time.

Most supplements offer 7-day guarantees. We don't — because we know our formula needs more than 7 days to show its full potential. Clinical studies on glutathione show results at 8 weeks. Marine collagen elasticity improvements were measured at 12 weeks. We give you 30 days because we're confident the science works — and we want you to have enough time to see it.

Skin brightening is a gradual process. Results may begin appearing as early as 2 weeks, but the full effect builds over consistent daily use. We recommend taking ZINQ every day for at least 8 weeks before evaluating your results. This guarantee applies to first-time orders only. If you have placed more than one order with ZINQ, repeat purchases indicate satisfaction with the product and refunds will not be issued. Results may vary.


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All ZINQ orders are sealed and inspected before shipment. If your order arrives damaged or does not arrive at all, email us with your order number and photos of the damaged product within 14 days of your expected delivery date. We'll replace your order or issue a full refund — no questions asked.

For lost packages, please allow 7 business days past your expected delivery date before reaching out — delays happen, especially during peak periods. Once confirmed lost by the carrier, we'll make it right immediately.


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You can pause, change, or cancel your subscription at any time through your account portal before your next renewal date. Once a subscription order has been processed and shipped, it is subject to our standard 30-day refund policy above. ZINQ is not responsible for subscription renewals that were not cancelled prior to the billing date.

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Last updated March 2026. ZINQ reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. The guarantee applies to products purchased directly from zinq.com only. One claim per customer. ZINQ reserves the right to deny claims that exhibit signs of fraudulent behavior. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Results may vary.

90% Filipino women reported visible brightening Handog et al. 2016
+22.7% Increase in skin elasticity vs placebo Reilly et al. 2024 RCT
2 wks Earliest measurable melanin index change Handog 2016
44.6% Reduction in collagen fragmentation 12-week double-blind RCT
You've seen the science

Now let your skin feel it

7 ingredients. 12+ studies. Formulated specifically for Filipino skin. Two gummies a day is all it takes — and your first bottle is backed by a 30-day money back guarantee.

7 clinically-backed ingredients Made for Filipino skin Results in 2–8 weeks 30-Day Money Back

* Results may vary. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. ZINQ is a food supplement, not a drug. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Clinical studies referenced are peer-reviewed and publicly available. Consult your physician if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication.