CALAMINE cosmetic ingredient

Description

Calamine (zinc oxide and ferric oxide)

CAS# code (Chemical Abstracts Service)

8011-96-9

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

ABSORBENT : Taking up water- and/or oil-soluble (dissolved or finely dispersed) substances.

OPACIFYING : Reducing transparency or translucency of cosmetics.

SKIN PROTECTING : Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.