Zinc lactate is used to eliminate halitosis. Halitosis (commonly known as bad breath) is a condition affecting many people and one of the most usual reasons why people go look for a dentist’s advice. The main origin of halitosis is related to the volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) produced by the different bacterial colonies found on the tongue and in the gingival crevices. Zinc lactate is a very effective solution to neutralize the VSC and an excellent ingredient for mouthwashes and toothpastes.