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In this case, these ancient craftsmen figured out how to sparingly use Cinnabar, which spoke less to the affluent family’s budget, but rather a common practice to mix iron oxide and cinnabar that included a primer.—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026 The sand here was created by the erosion of nearby Navajo sandstone, and the rock gets its reddish-orange color from the iron oxide mineral hematite.—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2026 Key Ingredients: Titanium dioxide, iron oxides, tocopherol Finish: Dewy
Type: Viscose liquid
Shades: 15
Size: 0.31 fl.—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026 Rust stains can be a challenge to remove from clothing, especially since iron oxide doesn't dissolve in water.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for iron oxide