Calamine Lotion

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200 Reviews

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

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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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August 30, 2009

Pros:

Low cost, available at local drug store, easy to apply with cotton ball

Cons:

Pink chalky look after applying, so only use at night.

It helped my sons acne. We used it on the t-zone where he had breakouts. Calms the skin, reduces the red inflammed look of acne. My son is very happy about his appearance.
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August 10, 2009

Pros:

Works wonders on acne. End of story Got rid of all my small pimples. I highly recommend it! It costs very little. It feels orgasmic! It's a little runny, and there's no fragrance!

Cons:

You have to buy it at a store and you can't magically get this marvelous thing.

Best thing you can find. End of story.The lotion on your skin feels orgasmic!
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July 22, 2009

Pros:

It works!!

Cons:

None, if applied correctly.

I've had acne for approx 3 yrs and, like virtually everyone I know who's had acne at some point, I've tried everything out there to clear it without success. Until I decided to use the calamine lotion I used on my daughters chicken pox on my face. I couldn't believe the difference it made. I no longer have the hard, sore lumps under my skin and if I do get a spot it only lasts a day. I use it morning and night after cleansing and toning and I apply it very thinly as it works just as well, if not better, than a thick layer as it still allows the skin to breathe. Also, applying thinly ensures you don't look like you're ready for hallow'een. I use it on cotton wool but I may try a make up sponge in future as it's probably easier to apply.
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June 3, 2009

Pros:

obliverates pimples.

Cons:

some say its hard to get off...SO?!?!

If youre not using this, youre wasting youre money on other products. I have dealt with acne for over 3 years and spent almost $1000 trying to get rid of it, i just bought a years supply of calamine for $1!! Get this Sh!t
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January 13, 2009

Pros:

It Works!!!!! Does NOT smell bad. Very quick results

Cons:

none

This dries up the pimple quicker than anything I have tried, and I have tried everything in my life!!! I had 2 huge pimples that were still under the skin, For 2 days I've been putting peroxide on them and when that dries I put the calamine lotion on. They are just about gone after 2 days. You will get dry skin if you don't moisturize sometime during the day or night though.
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November 20, 2008

Pros:

Cooling
Soothing
Calms the acne down

Cons:

Dries very powdery

I recently got this huge pimple on my forehead, it just appeared and over the next few days just got bigger and more painful. I tried everything from toothpaste to hot and cold water to antiseptic creams. Nothing was having an effect on this huge addition to my face. I then googled acne treatments and saw that calamine lotion worked. I tried it and hey presto, the swelling went down almost immediately, the redness dissappeared and it doesnt hurt as much. I also found that as I put it on the coolness of it soothed the pain. I would recommend this to anyone who is blessed with huge pimples. Its fantastic!!
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July 9, 2008

Pros:

-Pimples Dissapear Quickly
-Drys out oils

Cons:

-Overdrying if you put it on a large area

I recently just started getting a lot of pimples on my forehead. I am one of those people who cant stand pimples, and will do anything to get rid of them...i have tried a bunch of products and nothing worked. (I am also very impatient)...i read on this site that Calamine Worked Great, so i gave it a try its, been about 4 days, and i've definately seen improvement...i'm so excited...and if it drys out your skin,just use some Oil Free moisturizer. For all of you who are having trouble with pimples, and dont want to go outside without makeup on...give it a try, it can't hurt...it just REALLY helps!!!
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December 6, 2006

Pros:

I just tried this a day ago and it works! it doesnt seem to have any smell, if only a bit of one. Its cheap, and if its runny just close the bottle and shake it for a bit! IM SO HAPPY IT CLEARED ALL MY ZITS!

Cons:

I dont think that theres any cons other than that it stands out on your face, but you can use it at nighttime and then wash it off in the morning.It can make your face a little dry, but thats no matter!

THIS WORKS! i especially reccomend this to anybody that has oily skin, it helps to fix that.
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