The Basics On Calcium Carbonate
What is Calcium Carbonate?
Chalk; used as an absorbent in cosmetics.
What are other names for Calcium Carbonate?
CALCIUM CARBONATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, PRECIPITATED, CALCIUM CARBONATE; CALCIUM CARBONATE; SLAKER REJECTS, CALCIUM SALT CARBONIC ACID, CARBONIC ACID CALCIUM SALT (1:1), CARBONIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT, HEAVY CALCIUM CARBONATE, PRECIPITATED CALCIUM CARBONATE, and PRECIPITATED CHALK
What is Calcium Carbonate used for?
Calcium carbonate absorbs oil extremely well, so it can be found in cosmetics and skin care products as an oil control/mattifying ingredient. The high pH of calcium carbonate means you need to be careful with use around the eyes, though. You’ll also find calcium carbonate in toothpastes as a mild abrasive. … High pH.
How Calcium Carbonate is classified
Absorbent
Recommendations for using Calcium Carbonate during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Calcium Carbonate During Pregnancy
What we know about using Calcium Carbonate while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Calcium Carbonate from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Calcium Carbonate
AGENT NATEUR Holi(c) (0.5 oz.); Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm; Omorovicza Hungary’s Best Beauty Secrets
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
