How to Use Talcum Powder
Talcum powder is a versatile household product that is useful for more than treating diaper rash or relieving underarm sweat. Talc is manufactured from metamorphic minerals containing hydrated magnesium silicate, which is called talcum powder in its loose form. It is a main ingredient in baby powder and has several other commercial applications, including the production of cosmetics, ceramics, paints, plastics and paper. Shake your talcum powder container onto your floors, hair and plants to explore new ways to use this all-purpose product. Does this Spark an idea?
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Sprinkle talcum powder between the floorboards of your home to prevent them from squeaking. Reapply every few weeks to ensure the floorboards remain silent.
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Remove tangles from your hair and your pet's fur with less pain. Sprinkle talcum powder over the matted areas and work it in with your fingers. The talcum powder will loosen the knots, allowing you to brush them out with ease.
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Sprinkle a light dusting of talcum powder over your fitted sheets during hot, humid weather. When you slip into your bed the talcum powder will absorb the moisture on your bed and skin, providing you with a less sticky night of sleep.
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Cover your outdoor and indoor flowering plants with a dusting of talcum powder. The powder will reduce the number of unwanted pests, including voles and grubs, while leaving the leaves and blossoms with a translucent coating.
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Spread a light coating of talcum powder over your face, underarms and legs before shaving with an electric razor. The talcum powder will provide a protective coating, preventing razor burn.
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Pour a layer of talcum powder onto any grease-based carpet stains. Allow the powder to sit for at least six to seven hours before vacuuming it The talcum powder will absorb the grease, lifting it from the carpet.
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Deter ants from entering your home by sprinkling talcum powder onto your windowsills and any other areas that ants frequent, such as countertops.
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