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Youâve probably used it, or had it sprinkled on you at some time in your life. Itâs processed from a soft mineral compound of magnesium silicate, and is called talcum powder or just talc. Talcum dusting powder is commonly used to reduce rashes and diaper irritation in babies and infants.But this practice is dangerous.It can result in the inhalation of significant amounts of powder, causing acute or chronic lung irritation, known as talcosis.alcum dusting powder is commonly used to reduce rashes and diaper irritation in babies and infants. But this practice is dangerous. It can result in the inhalation of significant amounts of powder, causing acute or chronic lung irritation, known as talcosis.
Whysner's review includes studies of more than 2,000 women with ovarian cancer who had used talc- and/or cornstarch-based products in the vaginal area. Some used the powder to dust sanitary napkins as well; some stored diaphragms or condoms in the powder.