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Keywords:
Zinc,
Smithsonite,
Hemimorphite,
Ointment,
Lotion
A mineral, the hydrous silicate of zinc.
A natural blend of zinc oxide and a small amount of ferric oxide, used in skin lotions, ointments and liniments for its calming properties on the skin.
a pink ointment sometimes used to treat skin irritation
(der) Galmei Old fashioned name for the zinc ores zinc spar (Smithsonite, zinc carbonate) ZnC03 und Hemimorphite (zinc silicate) Zn4Si2O7(OH)2 x H2O. The name was used for both minerals. Zinc spar produces zinc oxide ZnO and Carbondioxide CO2 when annealed .
Source Natural mineral. Purpose An astringent and skin protectant that soothes the skin.
a white mineral; a common ore of zinc
Hemimorphite (+ Smithsonite, Hydrozincite oxide zinc ores)
An astringent made from zinc carbonate or zinc oxide, usually used in lotion form to treat skin problems that cause itching or discomfort. See the entire definition of Calamine
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