Calamine is a pink powder that's a blend of zinc oxide and a small amount of ferric oxide. It's used in skincare products like lotions and creams to soothe itchy skin. Calamine has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and can also be used as a mild antiseptic to prevent infections and as an astringent to dry blisters and acne abscesses.

Calamine clay is a pink, odorless, amorphous powder that can be used in many ways, including: 

• Skin care: Calamine clay can be used to soothe skin irritations, such as those caused by rashes, insect bites, sunburn, and allergic reactions. It can also help with acne, dark spots, and hydration. Calamine clay has astringent properties that can help tighten pores and control excess oil, and it can also act as a mild antiseptic to help heal minor cuts and insect bites. 

• Hair care: Calamine clay can be used in hair care products. 

• Other products: Calamine clay can also be used to make soaps, bath bombs, body products, creams, lotions, and face masks.