The Surprising Truth About Consuming Baby Powder: Risks and Side Effects We weren’t able to create a summary for you. Refresh your page to try again. There was a problem with this request. We're working on getting it fixed as soon as we can. There was a problem with this request. We're working on getting it fixed as soon as we can. Babypowder is commonly used to absorb moisture and cut down on friction. When applied to the skin, it can help prevent rashes and other skin irritations like chafing. Many women apply babypowder to their perineum, underwear or pads to keep the area fresh and dry. Babypowder is made with talc, a mineral that can contain asbestos fibers. But the science is far from settled on whether talc contributes to cancer. J&J knew about asbestos in talc powder since the 70s. Discover the dangers of consumingbabypowder and why you should avoid it. Explore the effects on your health and learn about safer alternatives..Trying BabyPowder: A Surprising Experience. Join me as I try babypowder for the first time and share my reactions.