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Key benefits: Oil Control.
Calcium Carbonate
Updated
Calcium carbonate. CI 77220
Purpose
Chalk; used as an absorbent in cosmetics.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Absorbent, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent
INCI Purpose
ABRASIVE, BUFFERING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, ORAL CARE
Benefits
Oil Control
— Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Article
Chalk; used as an absorbent in cosmetics.
References
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