GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

baby powder • For adults • Skin contact 🧴

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GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER - Ingredients

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Is this safe for adults to use GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 17 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER contains 9 ingredients. 2 concerning, 1 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Adults generally have higher tolerance.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

methyl salicylate

🚨6/10

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Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen, so it can cause allergic reactions and immune responses in people who touch it. That classification comes from the EU cosmetics safety rules.

Irritant - Industry safety reviews say it must be used only in ways that avoid causing skin irritation. That shows it can make skin red, sore, or inflamed if not formulated carefully (Cosmetic Ingredient Review findings).

Eczema - Because it is a known human allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse for sensitive children and adults (noted in the EU cosmetics safety listing).

Banned - Use of this ingredient is restricted in at least one country and subject to concentration or use limits, so some places limit or forbid it in cosmetics (Health Canada restrictions and industry safety panels note limits).

Fertility - Animal assessments have shown developmental or reproductive effects at moderate doses, so there is a possible risk to reproduction or development seen in animal studies (based on an ECHA assessment).

Absorbed - The ingredient record flags contamination with salicylic acid, and because this product is used on the skin that contamination can lead to extra salicylate exposure through the skin. The ingredient file lists salicylic acid as a contamination concern.

Confidence: HIGH

talc

🚨6/10

For adults: talc on the skin is a moderate concern. The biggest issues are contamination with asbestos-like fibers and long-term or dusty use that you can breathe in.

Cancer - Government and health review bodies have linked talc to cancer. The ingredient record includes listings of 'known human carcinogen' and notes evaluations by an international cancer research agency (IARC) that found evidence connecting talc exposure to cancer in some uses. This means using talc (especially powdered forms that can be inhaled or used in the genital area) has been tied to increased cancer risk in some studies.

Banned - Several regulators limit or restrict talc in cosmetics. The ingredient record shows use and manufacturing restrictions cited by the EU Cosmetics rules and Health Canada, meaning some governments have banned or tightly limited talc in certain products or concentrations.

Organ Risk - A national environmental health agency (Environment Canada) classifies talc as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gives it a medium human-health priority. The record also flags contamination with asbestos-like (asbestiform) fibers, which can damage lungs after inhalation.

Long-Term Risk - The harms linked to talc (cancer and organ damage) are tied to repeated or long-term exposure. Agencies that reviewed talc list these long-term health concerns, so regular use over time raises added risk.

Absorbed - The ingredient record notes enhanced skin absorption for talc in some uses. That means talc or impurities in talc may more easily get past the skin and into the body in some product forms.

Confidence: MEDIUM

salicylic acid

⚠️5/10

For adults: salicylic acid is commonly used and can be safe when used as directed in products made for skin. It can irritate skin and eyes, and some countries limit how much can be used in cosmetic products.

Hormones - A national endocrine-watch list identifies salicylic acid as a possible human endocrine disruptor. That means it may interfere with normal hormone signals during development or growth.

Confuse Hormones - Safety assessments note possible endocrine disruption for this chemical, so it can act like a fake hormone or change how natural hormones work in the body.

Irritant - Safety reviews and studies report limited evidence of skin irritation and even eye irritation in animals. Cosmetic safety panels and peer-reviewed work flag possible skin, eye or lung irritation.

Absorbed - Ingredient summaries call out enhanced skin absorption for this topical chemical, meaning it can get through the skin and enter the body when used on skin.

Banned - Government safety rules restrict or limit this ingredient in cosmetics in multiple places. Regulatory lists and national cosmetic authorities in several regions set use or concentration limits.

Long-Term Risk - Reviews note multiple, additive exposure sources (including limited use in food), so repeated exposures from different places could add up over time and raise long-term health concerns.

Confidence: MEDIUM

menthol

✅3/10

For adults: Menthol is commonly used on the skin to give a cooling feeling. Most adults can use products with low amounts of menthol without problems, but it can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

thymol

✅3/10

For adults, thymol is usually safe in skin products when it’s used at low, controlled amounts. It helps reduce bacteria but can cause redness, stinging, or an allergic reaction in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

eucalyptol

✅2/10

For adults (including teens and young adults), eucalyptol is usually safe on the skin but can cause allergic skin reactions or irritation in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc stearate

✅2/10

For grown‑ups, this ingredient is usually safe on the skin, especially in creams, lotions, and pressed makeup. The main issue is breathing in dust from loose powders.

Confidence: MEDIUM

acacia senegal gum

✅1/10

For adults, this ingredient is usually safe when used on normal skin in creams and lotions. There is some evidence it can cause skin or breathing allergic reactions in sensitive people.

Confidence: MEDIUM

zinc oxide

✅1/10

Very safe for adults when used on intact skin. Commonly used as a sunscreen ingredient and skin barrier agent.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

Adult-safe? GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER is not recommended for adults due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in GOLD BOND MEDICATED ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER. 2 concerning, 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can adults using baby powder?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

Product Recognition: Product names are identified programatically and may be incorrect. Always verify product identity yourself.

Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.