CALCIUM CARBONATE
Ingredient type:MATTIFYING/ABSORBENT
✨ Role: Calcium carbonate is primarily used as a mattifying agent and thickener in cosmetics. It helps absorb excess sebum, giving the skin a matte appearance, and improves the texture and consistency of formulas.
Ingredient type: Mattifying
⚕️ Safety: Generally considered safe when used in standard concentrations in cosmetics.
✨ Vegan: Yes, calcium carbonate is a mineral and does not come from animal sources.
✨ Note: Well tolerated by most skin types. However, it is always recommended to perform a skin test beforehand, especially for sensitive skin, although the risk of irritation is low.
Found in: Commonly found in face powders, foundations, deodorants, and some toothpastes.
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