baby powder
noun
: a fine powder composed mainly of talc or cornstarch that is sprinkled or rubbed on the skin especially to absorb moisture and relieve chafing
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Since before the split, the company has faced tens of thousands of lawsuits over claims that its baby powder and other talc products are linked to cancers including ovarian.
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Ayesha Javed, TIME, 2 Feb. 2025
People are mixing together three, four, five, or more different types of powders (dusting powders, yes, but also classic baby powder) to create their own signature scent.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 19 Nov. 2024
The consumer business has faced some controversies, such as lawsuits relating to baby powder.
—Ayesha Javed, TIME, 2 Feb. 2025
Thousands of baby powder bottles have been recalled across 35 states due to potential contamination with asbestos.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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Ayesha Javed, TIME, 2 Feb. 2025
People are mixing together three, four, five, or more different types of powders (dusting powders, yes, but also classic baby powder) to create their own signature scent.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 19 Nov. 2024
The consumer business has faced some controversies, such as lawsuits relating to baby powder.
—Ayesha Javed, TIME, 2 Feb. 2025
Thousands of baby powder bottles have been recalled across 35 states due to potential contamination with asbestos.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Baby powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20powder. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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