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Sales of talc-based products like general-purpose talc, baby talcum powder, perfumed talc and "liquid talcs" -- perfumed liquids that can be sprayed over the body to leave a powdery feel -- brought ...

Talc has been used in beauty and personal care products for decades, but concerns about contamination, inhalation, and ...

Talc is a mineral mined from the earth. Because it’s so good at absorbing moisture and easing friction, cosmetic companies often use it in baby powder, blush, eye shadow, and other products. There ...

Johnson & Johnson is willing to pay almost $9 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits alleging that its talcum powder caused cancers, the company announced Apr. 4. The proposal is the latest chapter ...

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Federal health officials are scrutinizing a mineral—added to some makeup, medications, and foods—that many people have never thought twice about: talc. The JAMA article added that talc remains common, ...

Q: I would like to know how to make perfumed dusting powder. My favorite one is no longer made. Thanks so much for your help. KAREN ANN GELSLEICHTER, Orrtanna, Pa. A: You can start with plain talc ...

When it comes to products like baby powder and face powder, talcum powder is a popular — and effective — ingredient in keeping your skin dry and protected. While talcum powder has a long history of ...