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What is Importance of Baby Powder For Baby?

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If you're wondering what is important about  baby powder , you'll be happy to know that there are some facts you should know. The first thing to know is that cornstarch and talc-based  baby powder  contain small particles that can be inhaled. They can irritate a baby's tiny lungs. This is particularly true for babies who have respiratory illnesses or are preterm. Therefore, baby powder should be used sparingly. You should also try to use baby powder on your hands first before applying it to your baby. Inhalation of talc-based baby powder increases risk of ovarian cancer More than 400 lawsuits have been filed against Johnson & Johnson for its talc-based baby powder, and some claim that inhaling this product causes ovarian cancer. The company has been denying the risk of talc-based products for years, and has successfully reduced jury awards to $186 million. One woman, Eva Echeverria, received a $417 million judgment in the case filed against the company. The  ...

What is the Original Purpose of Baby Powder?

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Baby powder is a great product for babies because it absorbs moisture, absorbs odors, and soothes the skin. When it first came on the market, most baby powder contained talc as the main ingredient. However, this mineral is found near cancerous materials, so most manufacturers now use cornstarch or corn flour. The original purpose of baby powder was to alleviate diaper rash and other skin irritations in babies. Talc absorbs moisture Talc is a mineral that has a high affinity for moisture and is commonly used in baby powder and other feminine hygiene products. Its properties include absorbing moisture, reducing friction, and serving as a lubricant. It is also used as a filler and is used in various types of body powder and cosmetics. Talc is a phyllosilicate, which means that it has sheets of silica in a sandwich structure. As such, it is easy to carve and is found in a wide variety of practical objects. The mineral talc is naturally occurring in the earth and is the main ingredie...

Cornstarch As a Natural Alternative to Baby Powder

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Talc-based baby powder is a common ingredient in makeup and deodorants. But many women and parents are worried about talc's possible harmful side effects. There is a natural alternative to talc: Cornstarch. In fact, cornstarch is considered one of the safest and most effective alternatives to talc. Here are some ways you can use cornstarch as a natural alternative to baby powder. talc-based baby powder Johnson & Johnson will stop selling talc-based baby powder by 2020. This announcement comes after a year of intense scrutiny regarding the safety of talc-based baby powder. For years, J&J has faced questions about the safety of its product, but never warned consumers about its asbestos-laced content. In response to thousands of lawsuits, J&J voluntarily recalled three thousand bottles of baby powder. While the company claims its product is safe, thousands of people have been diagnosed with cancer after using J&J's baby powder . Since talcum-based baby po...