- Baby powder
Baby powder is an
astringent powder used for preventing rashes on the area covered by adiaper (seediaper rash ). It may be composed oftalc (and also be known astalc um powder) orcorn starch .References
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baby blue — noun 1. : a very pale blue that is greener, lighter, and stronger than pastel blue (sense 2) and stronger and slightly greener and darker than cloud blue 2. : a pale blue that is greener and paler than average powder blue, Sistine, or average… … Useful english dictionary
Face powder — is a cosmetic powder applied to the face to set foundation after application. It can also be reapplied throughout the day to minimize shininess caused by oily skin. There is translucent sheer powder, and there is pigmented powder. Certain types… … Wikipedia
