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Functional / Support

Calcium Carbonate

Often labeled as: Chalk / Limestone

The natural oil-absorbing mineral.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐ŸŽฏ At a Glance

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A simple mineral used to absorb excess oil and moisture on the skin surface. It provides a matte finish and helps products spread evenly.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Mattifies oily skin, thickens formulas, and acts as a mild abrasive in scrubs.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often used in natural deodorants and matte foundations.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It dries out the skin permanently.

The Science

It only absorbs surface oil; it does not draw water from the deeper skin layers.