Calamine

Calamine is a finely milled mineral blend of zinc oxide and ferric oxide that yields a characteristic soft pink powder. It's used for gentle absorbency, a mattifying finish, and a subtle tint in skincare, masks, and complexion products.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A mineral powder that soothes irritation and controls shine.
Category
Soothing, Oil Control
Type
Mineral

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Soothes discomfort on irritated or reactive areas while helping reduce visible surface shine, and provides a soft blurring effect that can make uneven areas look calmer.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in spot treatments, drying lotions, and masks to manage oily zones, and also appears in tinted primers and setting powders for a soft-focus, shine-reducing finish.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Usually low irritation, but its absorbency can be drying and may accentuate flaking with frequent use. Stop use if persistent tightness or irritation develops.

Is Calamine a Good Ingredient?

It combines oil-absorbing, mattifying properties with a calming effect from zinc compounds, which is helpful for shine and the appearance of irritation and earns a Good rating, though strong modern clinical data are limited.

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