What is Dusting powder, Give classification of it mention the formulation ingredients
of it.

1 Answer

Answer :

Dusting powders are the powders meant for external application to the skin and are
generally applied in a fine state of sub division to avoid local irritation. The dusting
powders are used for antiseptic, astringent, absorbent, antiperspirant and antipuritic action.
Dusting powders classification:
 Medical Dusting powders:
Medical dusting powders are used mainly for superficial skin conditions, whereas. Medical
dusting powders must be free from pathogenic micro organisms.
 Surgical Dusting powders.
Surgical dusting powders are used in body cavities and also on major wounds as a result of
burns and umbilical cords of infants surgical dusting powders must be sterilized before their
use.
Formulation ingredients:
Dusting powders are generally prepared by mixing of two or more ingredients; such as
starch, talc, kaolin as they are chemically inert

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