Benefits from Zinc PCA and Vitamin B3 in a Wash-Off Mask

Yes, your skin can still receive benefits from Zinc PCA and Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) when they are included in a mask applied for 15 minutes and then washed off.

While these ingredients are commonly used in leave-on serums, lotions, and creams for maximum absorption and prolonged contact, a 15-minute application time allows for some interaction with the skin and initial absorption.

• Zinc PCA is known for its ability to help control oiliness, accelerate wound healing (like acne scars), stimulate collagen production, and reduce inflammation.
• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) offers a wide range of benefits, including improving skin barrier function, reducing hyperpigmentation, providing anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects, controlling sebum, and enhancing hydration.

Although you will get some benefit from a wash-off application, leaving these ingredients on the skin for a longer period, such as in a serum or cream, would generally provide more significant and sustained results. If using a mask with these ingredients, minimizing rinsing afterwards or following up with a leave-on product containing them could enhance the benefits.