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A generic name for alternatives to talcum powder. It is usually made from a combination of tapioca flour, rice flour, cornstarch, kaolin, arrowroot powder, and/or orrisroot powder [roots from Iris germanica, I. florentina or I. pallida], but also other powders may be used. In addition, water absorbing and water binding agents may be added such as polyacrylamide. (From: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_powder) |