WBDaddy Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 With the weather just starting to get hot around here, I've gotten back into using Gold Bond (or similar mentholated-type powder) instead of talcum/cornstarch in my diapers, as I'm prone to sweating and overheating anyway, never mind in a spot that is encased in plastic. Anyone else around here enjoy a cold shot during hot summer weather? Link to comment
foundationbaby Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I have tried it, and boy did it feel weird. I just didn't mean to try it...I grabbed the wrong bottle by mistake!!! Ooops! That is what I get when I try to get ready for bed with just the bathroom light on!! Link to comment
PaddedPat Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 I've used extra-strength Gold Bond powder many times in my shoes to control foot odor, but wouldn't even consider using it on my privates. That stuff is pretty wicked powerful. After only a couple hours in a sweaty shoe, my toes are tingling to almost a painful extent. Honestly, the thought of applying it to the genital area makes me cringe. Talk about "ants in your pants". Yeesh... Link to comment
WBDaddy Posted March 20, 2012 Author Share Posted March 20, 2012 I dunno - I love the immediate cool shot I get from it when it's 80 degrees outside and I'm sweltering down there under the padding. Makes everything more comfortable... Link to comment
PaddedPat Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 As an alternative to medicated powder, have you considered a mentholated applique, like Vicks Vapo-Rub? It might be a little more greasy, but it would probably provide a similar cooling effect as well as serve as a moisture barrier on really hot days. Just a thought. Link to comment
WBDaddy Posted March 20, 2012 Author Share Posted March 20, 2012 Eh, I don't wear enough to really need the whole moisture barrier thing - particularly since I have a bigger problem down there with sweat and heat chafing (something that wouldn't be helped by a moisture barrier) than I do with pee. Link to comment
pampers212 Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 I've used gold bond with and without a diaper. It really keeps you cool down there and on hot sticky days that is a plus. I do prefer scented baby powder in my diaper, but when I am out, I reach for the gold bond. Link to comment
tcc Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Especially if I've had a rashy situation or been irritated, Gold Bond works very well for me, and tends to clear up irritated skin pretty quickly, moreso than regular powder. It more depends upon how sensative your skin is as to whether Gold Bond will work or is too strong for you. Link to comment
Baby Brian Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I use it all the time now. Gold bond does take a bit of getting used to but I works better than regular corn starch. Plus I've found I actually like the instant cooling effect it give on a hot day. Link to comment
Burp_Cup Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 I used it when we lived in the Midwest, and thought it was a bit stimulating - and left me feeling clean and refreshed also. I think you just have to use it sparingly at first, because the menthol is definitely cooling. It's like using a mint based shampoo or conditioner, and noticing how cold your head feels... brrr. For me it's great when it is warm or hot out. Link to comment
Cloth Diaper Baby Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 It's baby powder for me -- i always prefer to use the same products that littler babies use whenever possible. Link to comment
Burp_Cup Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 I prefer baby powder also. There were times during the sultry summers in the Midwest, when I liked the Gold Bond. I would occasionally use it when out and about, and not even while I was wearing a diaper, but in my underwear. I agree, the baby scent's are the best. Link to comment
Letluvsrool Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 I use the Gold Bond when I have a rash or I'm just chafing a bit. It's nice to use when you're going out in public and you'd rather not smell like baby powder. Link to comment
tcc Posted March 28, 2012 Share Posted March 28, 2012 OMG. You're into diapers and you don't want to smell like baby powder or a baby? Oh, sacriledge, sacriledge! OMG! Um, just teasing! I LOVE being diapered - DISCREETLY - in public, but it's MY thing. And, I, too, prefer not to leave an "aroma trail" of baby powder. I'm NOT a baby, especially an AB, just into diapers. Woo-hoo! Link to comment
Baby Brian Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 It would be awesome if gold bond made a baby scent powder though. Talk about the best of two worlds. Link to comment
2sail2 Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 About how long does Gold Bond last? Link to comment
Baby Brian Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 The initial cooling sensation only last for 15-30 minutes before fading away. Though I have noticed that I will get a "second wind" cooling effect when I wet my diaper or sometimes when I change it. Keep in mind thats not the only reason to use it. Gold bond is medicated & formulated versus just having scented corn starch baby powder. I hardly ever get rashes with gold bond, but will occasionally get them with baby powder. Link to comment
ranger Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I used gold bond for years to help prevent chaffing in and out of diapers. My wife always complained about the smell, so I tried something I found at Walmart (mostly as a joke) but, found it works alot better than gold bond. It also comes in a ladies scent as well as a baby version AND diaper cream too: http://www.antimonkeybutt.com Link to comment
2sail2 Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Which Gold Bond cream is cooling? Or is just the powder that is cooling? Link to comment
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