noun
A fine powder, often talcum or cornstarch-based, used to prevent diaper rash and keep a baby's skin dry.
赤ちゃんのおむつを替えた後、ベビーパウダーをはたいてあげた。
After changing the baby's diaper, I dusted on some baby powder.
Variant with a middle dot, sometimes used in product names or for clarity.
General term for any fine powder, including cosmetic or cooking powders. ベビーパウダー specifically refers to baby powder.
Loanword from English 'baby powder'.