Calamine Lotion

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4.3
279 Reviews

Calamine is either a mixture of zinc oxide (ZnO) with about 0.5% ferric oxide (Fe2O3) or a zinc carbonate compound.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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December 10, 2011

Pros:

-soothing
-cheap
-acts fast
-takes out redness

my skin got so red, sensitive and irritated to using BP, it got so bad that I was desperate for something to calm the itching down. Thats when I saw the reviews here. IT WORKED AMAZINGLY FAST. The itchiness was gone right after application and after 30mins, I rinsed it off with warm water and no more redness. I AM LOVING THIS. It feels so nice on the skin, it works like a mask that you can leave on overnight as well.
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April 5, 2010

Pros:

It bring any zits you have to head so its out of your skin the day it appears!

Cons:

can stop working if you use to often

Its gonna help your skin i like to just put it on the zit to get it gone! some of you that said it made you get a bunch of zits... its because it was bringing the stuff that was gonna come later, out.:) this stuffs cool don't over use.
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September 8, 2009

Pros:

I found this site, slathered calamine on my nose, and washed it 30 minutes later. I now have, literally, HALF as many blackheads.
Cooling, soothing.

Cons:

Ugly as sin. Not too drying. Not suitable for continuous use because of color.

Why didn't anyone tell me about this in high school?! I have extraordinarily sensitive skin, and calamine lotion is meant to soothe and relieve irritation, unlike every other acne product on the market. It instantly sucks out blackheads, and already my cystic blemish feels calmed and is shrinking. After half an hour. A new staple in my daily skincare routine. The worst it can do is dry your skin a bit, and at best... I can't wait to find out.
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June 24, 2008

Pros:

Everything! Clear skin overnight!

Cons:

NONE. For those who don't wear it out of the house: After washing face in the morning put it on. Then put foundation on. IF you dont wear foundation then use the clear stuff. Then you wont get that annoying shine of of oil at the end of the day!!

AMAZING!!
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March 11, 2008

Pros:

Very affordable and immediate results

Cons:

Only can where at night due to pink color.

I am 27 and have had acne problems and blemishes periodically for the last few years. I have spent so mucjh money on face products and makeup to clear my skin up. My mom told me to put calamine lotion on my face at night and I thought to myself, that's crazy. But after purchasing my last product(Murad), I decided to give it a try hoping for some type of relief. Well it has been a week and my skin looks great.I would recommend calamine lotion to anyone that is frustrated with their acne issues.
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October 23, 2017
Fantastic
This lotion does wonders for skin, it works as a moisturizer, makeup primer, sunscreen and oil control lotion. It dries and heals pimples. However, I have hormonal acne so it doesn't prevent break outs. Just an advice: dont apply too much if you're going out, unless you want to look like you're wearing a "Goth white" powder cream.
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September 11, 2012

Pros:

Makes redness go away
helped clear up my skin

Cons:

It is pink and very noticeable

I love this stuff, I read about this stuff on a website called [link removed] or something like that and it actually does work very good. Of course it does not get rid of acne scars, but it does help with redness and with new acne. I highly recommend this product for people
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October 2, 2009

Pros:

Cheap
Works great

Cons:

white face use at bedtime

I had acne for 15 years and this is the only thing that actually WORKS. I would recommend to everyone. I had to my calamine , a bit of rubbing alchool and vitamine E oil. Work wonders!!!
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January 28, 2009

Pros:

Love using this product. I have cystic acne and this has cleared up my complexion better than any of the expensive products that I have used. I spot treat at night and they are virtually gone by morning. Also prevents new ones from forming

Cons:

None

Highly recommend! Cheap! A little runny - but if it works that part doesn't bother me at all.
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January 14, 2008

Pros:

It works fast and is great for sensitive skin

Cons:

None so far

I have tried everything, and when I say everything, I mean it! I have been on Accutane 3 times since aget 19. All three times it worked for about a year, then the acne came back. I have tried every antibiotic and prescription strength skin cream/gel/liquid. Nothing so far compares to the use of calamine lotion. I could have saved hundreds of dollars if I had been aware of this little known "secret". I have very fair skin and it has become sensitive in the past year, so I have been limited to what I can now use on my face. I am 32 and have been dealing w/ acne since age 12. I highly recommend anyone having problems with acne to try calamine lotion!
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