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several uses: its an emollient (to moisturise the skin); its a humectant (keeps water in the formulation); its a wetting agent (to help disperse the insoluble solids).
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∙ 12y agoI currently have poison ivy and it is the only thing I know Calamine lotion is used for. Pretty much, you should rub it on your skin and it will dry the poison ivy up and will start to tighten your skin. Calamine lotion can be used to relieve itches from insect bites and some kinds of other bites.
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∙ 9y agoCalamine lotion when applied to the skin has two different effects. First as it evaporates the cooling sensation distracts you from the itch. Secondly the lotion contains zinc oxide that has antiseptic properties to help with the potential for bacterial infections from scratching.
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∙ 13y agoIt is known very commonly to be used for poison ivy, and other types of itchy, irritating rashes. It helps to soothe the skin and calm the severity of the itching.
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∙ 10y agoCalamine is a lotion that is sometimes used for skin irritation. It is especially effective for itching problems and is used for mosquito bite irritation and itching.
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∙ 13y agoactive ingredient
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∙ 8y agoIt stops itching from bites and rashes.
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Is Calamine lotion a good chigger treatment to alleviate itching?
Calamine lotion is the prescribed treatment for chiggers. It should dry them out eventually.
Which base does calamine lotion contain?
calamine lotion has a base named zinc carbonate
Can you use calamine lotion on a the face of a 2-month-old baby?
no that lotion isn't good for the face of a baby.
Does calamine lotion expire?
no
Is calamine lotion a steroid?
I stroke my cock with lotion bro
Can calamine lotion be used for measles?
Yes, either calamine lotion or Benedryl may be used for the itching associated with measles. It is always a good idea to check with your own physician, first, though.
What is a good mild medicated soap for red blotchy spots on your face?
CALAMINE LOTION
Is there white Calamine Lotion?
I don't know if there is a white Calamine lotion, but there is a clear calamine lotion. It is super clear and once you put it on it just looks a little shiny, kind of like clear nail polish. The only downside is that it doesn't work as well as the pink calamine does.
Is Calamine lotion acidic?
base.
The formula for an anti itch lotion includes 15 ml of calamine lotion in a total of 60 ml of solution How much calamine is needed to make 90 ml of lotion?
22.5
When does itchy go?
when you put calamine lotion on it.
What is the other name of calamine lotion?
Lube
