The calamine lotion tag has millions of views on TikTok, with hundreds of videos hailing the cream for its matte effect when used as a makeup primer. While this may work as a base layer for some people, dermatologists have concerns about this trend.
“This is something that has been around for a long time. It’s recognized as a drug that has importance. So every now and then I guess somebody comes across it and says it’s a ‘new panacea’ for something, but it’s really not. It’s just an old-time simple product.”
Calamine lotion is made of ferric oxide and zinc oxide, which gives it its antiseptic and anti-itch properties, in addition to its characteristic pink color. Zinc oxide is also commonly used in mineral sunscreens, Day says. Though these ingredients are safe with temporary, localized use, high concentrations and chronic use of calamine lotion can be irritating to the skin, says, director of the Center for Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at George Washington University in Washington, DC.
At these high concentrations, calamine lotion can be drying, which may cause skin clumping and can be abrasive, says Sodha. She also cautions that the astringent properties of the zinc and the high pH may disrupt proteins on the , which breaks down the skin's natural defenses. Using calamine lotion all over the face daily can “potentially damage your skin barrier to a point where you're going to have to do a lot of extra work ... to bring it back."
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