Talc-free Powder Our all natural talc-free body powder is made with only the finest natural ingredients nature has to offer: Arrowroot Powder, Cornstarch, Baking Soda, Kaolin Clay and Tapioca Starch. What's the difference you ask in an all-natural talc-free powder versus a name-brand powder? First of all, talc is used in many name brand powders. Talc has been shown through scientific studies that routine application of talcum powder in the genital area is associated with a 3-to-fourfold increase in the development of ovarian cancer. Talc can contain asbestos fibers, which is why new moms are told not to use baby powder containing talc. Also, most name brand talc-free powders contain Tricalcium Phosphate. Tricalcium Phosphate is used as an anti-caking ingredient (we use Tapioca starch). Tricalcium Phosphate can cause skin irritation, respiratory failure and damage to the eyes. It is listed in the Hazardous Chemical Database! So, for peace of mind and a soft, silky powdery-dry feeling, why not use an all-natural talc-free powder?