I found this powder way back in the cupboard of our master bathroom.

I remember buying it l-o-n-g ago when the kids were little. They had terrible diaper rash and none of the standard gooey ointments were doing the trick. I called my mom, a nurse from the 50's, and asked her what I should do. She recommended heading over to Walgreen's and picking up some Caldesene Powder. You can't miss it- it comes in a round pink container with blue writing.

I popped that on their cute little booties and they miraculously healed up in no time!

I didn't throw the Caldesene Powder away, mostly for nostalgic reasons. I'm glad I didn't! This little powder has given me relief after long days in the saddle and after teaching back to back classes.

The zinc oxide and talc do a great job of relieving:

Prickly Heat/Heat Rash

• Prickly heat is a heat rash that can develop when sweat gets trapped in the skin
• This trapping of sweat can cause inflammation and itching
• A dusting of Caldesene® Protecting Powder can absorb sweat and help the rash heal faster

Chafing

• Chafing can occur as a result of sweat plus friction from clothing or body parts rubbing together
• Chafing is common in areas such as the inner thigh, groin area or armpits
• By using Caldesene® Protecting Powder, you can help keep these areas dry and protect against chafing
• Caldesene® is gentler on chafed, irritated skin than messy creams

Dryness

• Caldesene® can be used to help relieve dry, itchy skin
• The zinc oxide in Caldesene® serves as a barrier between skin and surrounding air or clothing, helping to soothe skin and prevent further irritation

Sunburn

• Use Caldesene® Protecting Powder to help keep clothes from rubbing against sensitive, sunburned skin

Cuts and Scrapes

• Caldesene® Protecting Powder can also be used to treat minor cuts and scrapes
• The zinc oxide in Caldesene® protects minor scrape and cut wounds from infection and helps them heal faster

Sand Removal

• After a day at the beach, rub Caldesene® Protecting Powder onto skin and hair
• Caldesene® will quickly absorb the moisture on your skin and the sand will fall away
• Caldesene® can also be sprinkled on beach towels and clothing for easy sand removal

For under $5.00, I'm always keeping this pink and blue bottle stocked in my cupboard!

Have any good tips? Please share them with us.

Contact me: amyjo@groupfitnessradio.com. I'd love to hear from you.

*I receive no compensation for writing PRO/STYLE. If I do, I'll let you know!

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Amy Macgowan

Amy Macgowan started teaching group fitness 23 years ago.She holds the original Johnny G Spinning Cert, as well as Schwinn, ICG, Cycling Fusion and ACE Group Fitness. Although she has her own bike, she prefers to ride tandem with John whenever possible. Long rides are her favorites. You can find Amy and John leading group rides and the Minnesota MS 150 ride each year the first weekend in June.

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