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CALCIUM CARBONATE
INCI: Calcium carbonate
What is Calcium carbonate?
It is a natural chemical compound, present in shells, rocks, and pearls. It is a dense, white, odorless, chalky powder. It is only slightly soluble in water. It is a very common dental abrasive.
Use & Benefits:
Calcium carbonate is chalky white in color, so it is used as an opacifying agent, to provide a product with uniform color and texture, often calcium carbonate is used as an aesthetic enhancer. It is an oil and sebum absorbing powder so gives a matte look to the skin removing unnecessary glossy look. So it can be used to make up and skin care products. It also acts as a binder, improves the spreadability of pressed powders. It is also used as a buffering agent in many formulations to stabilize the formula. Its use in oral care is known for many years, it possesses some antimicrobial power, and that’s another reason to use in any preparation.
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Step 1: Select a nourishing base compatible with your skin, and your desired moisturization level
Step 2: Complete your treatment with up to four active ingredients for consistent and occasional use.
Step 3: Insert your base and up to four actives ingredients into your Lesielle device to produce a fresh single dose of face cream on demand when you need it.
Complete your routine with a cleanser and other complimentary products and accessories.
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