Talcum Powder (Hydrated Magnesium Silicate, Mg₃Si₄O₁₀(OH)₂)

Talcum Powder (Hydrated Magnesium Silicate) is the finely milled form of natural talc, a smooth, soft mineral long used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and natural therapeutics for its cooling, soothing, and moisture-absorbing qualities. Known in TCM as Hua Shi, talc has been prized for centuries as a heat-clearing and dampness-draining mineral substance that promotes comfort and balance in the body.

In traditional Chinese medicine, Talcum is regarded as sweet, bland, and cold in nature, entering the Stomach, Bladder, and Lung channels. It is used to clear summer heat, promote urination, and relieve thirst and irritability. Hua Shi is commonly included in formulas for urinary difficulty, fever, restlessness, or heat-related fatigue, as well as to soothe skin conditions caused by damp-heat, such as rashes or eczema.

Externally, Talcum Powder has long been applied as a cooling, drying agent to reduce irritation, absorb moisture, and relieve itching. Its smooth, fine texture makes it a traditional component in soothing powders, skin treatments, and natural body care formulations.

Modern analysis confirms that Hydrated Magnesium Silicate possesses a highly stable, non-reactive crystalline structure, contributing to its absorbent, friction-reducing, and heat-dispersing properties. These features align with its traditional uses for both internal cooling and external comfort.

Each batch of Talcum Powder (Hydrated Magnesium Silicate) is carefully processed and refined to ensure purity, fineness, and safety for herbal or topical use. When used in traditional preparations, it may be decocted in cloth bags or applied externally to alleviate heat, dampness, and irritation.