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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This product might bother those who are sensitive to fragrances, as the hairspray is scented with jasmine, sandalwood, and Madagascar vanilla (although our tester likened it to the smell of baby powder).
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Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
In January 2017, Honest announced a voluntary recall of its organic baby powder due to possible contamination with microorganisms that may cause eye and skin infections.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
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Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
In January 2017, Honest announced a voluntary recall of its organic baby powder due to possible contamination with microorganisms that may cause eye and skin infections.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
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“Baby powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20powder. Accessed 3 Jun. 2024.
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