I find a little spilt on the floor every now and then. What the heck is he doing with this?
2007-09-05 04:35:41 · 33 answers · asked by Michael 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Jackie_Jabar it's "spilt" no "spit"
2007-09-05 04:42:53 · update #1
Jackie_Jabar it's "spilt" not "spit"
2007-09-05 04:43:04 · update #2
People use it like they use baby powder - to absorb moisture.
2007-09-05 04:39:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Ingredients on bottles of powder are 1 of 2 things: Corn Starch or Talc. He's just using the less expensive method of buying a .40 cent box over a $2 bottle.
It prevents chaffing, helps on rashes, and helps dry skin after a shower.
2007-09-05 04:44:45 · answer #2 · answered by V 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corn starch is one of those things that have a dozen uses. For an scent free powder for between the legs chafing it's great because it won't stain or soak through clothes. Many people use it in their shoes if they tend to have sweaty feet. Since corn starch soaks up water it's perfect for keeping shoes fresh in such cases.
2007-09-05 04:53:28 · answer #3 · answered by ericbryce2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corn starch can be used to absorb odors and wetness.
Guys can daub it on their groin to prevent jock itch, or sprinkle it in their socks to prevent athletes foot. You can also sprinkle it in your gym shoes to keep them from smelling so bad.
Corn starch is an active ingredient in many of the bath powders women use. Taking it straight from the box is more manly -- and a lot cheaper.
But tell him to clean it up. Corn starch on a tile floor is a fall waiting to happen.
2007-09-05 04:43:57 · answer #4 · answered by transplant mom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Corn starch is the basic ingredient for all types of body powder, which is generally used to absorb moisture. Baby Powder is based on corn starch. Foot Powder is based on corn starch. He may use it in his crotch. Corn starch is just basic stuff and it's cheaper than any other end product that is no more effective than corn starch.
IOW, your roomate is smart and frugal.
2007-09-05 04:43:06 · answer #5 · answered by Me 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
corn starch can be used instead of deodorant when a person has sensitive skin and can't use an ordinary deodorant.
Also corn starch can be used like a talc powder for the same reason.
2007-09-05 04:40:26 · answer #6 · answered by i love my garden 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Cornstarch Bath
2016-12-11 12:02:16 · answer #7 · answered by Erika 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will cool him down and dry him up. It's great for the private areas. Tell him to put it in the freezer before use then it will really cool him down. Some guys spit so much they don't even know they are doing it, point it out and he will stop.
2007-09-05 04:43:24 · answer #8 · answered by Lolly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
corn starch mixed with water also creates a natural starch used to get wrinkles out of clothes. If he has a spray bottle in there filled with what looks like water, and that's where he does his ironing (if he indeed does iron), then he's probably just getting out wrinkles in his clothes.
2007-09-05 04:45:10 · answer #9 · answered by whiskeyman510 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corn starch is the best body powder known to man (or woman).
2007-09-05 04:43:11 · answer #10 · answered by fairbetsy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you just say, "Hey, what's the corn starch for?" I'm pretty sure he'll just give you an honest answer. I wouldn't worry about it... corn starch is safe.
2007-09-05 04:45:33 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋