The main component of calamine lotion is compound preparation, which contains calamine, zinc oxide and glycerol. Among them, their respective components have the following functions:
1, calamine: calamine is a carbonate mineral, calcite smithsonite, mainly containing zinc carbonate (ZnCO3). It is a kind of natural zinc carbonate insoluble in water, which can partially absorb wound exudate and has astringent and protective effects. It can also inhibit the growth of local staphylococcus.
2. Zinc oxide: As an astringent, zinc oxide has astringent and protective effects.
3. Glycerol: Glycerol is a colorless, transparent and viscous liquid. It is odorless, tasteless, hygroscopic, moisturizing and softening, and can significantly absorb water in the air.