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Calamine
Calamine is a mixture of zinc oxide and ferric oxide (CAS #8011-96-9). It is officially classified under CosIng with functions including absorbent, opacifying, and skin protecting. It is commonly found in lotions, spot treatments, and clay masks.
Evidence level
moderateEWG score
—Comedogenic
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other● Benefits
Calamine acts as an absorbent and mattifier, helping to reduce excess oil on the skin. Its skin-protecting properties make it a common ingredient in formulations targeting blemishes, rashes, and irritation.
absorbentmattifyingskin-protectinganti-acne
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