Women should be very careful never to apply talc directly to their vaginal area. If you want to use it on your inner thighs, apply the powder after you put on your panties. Many people like medicated powders that include talc and other elements that cool the skin. Gold Bond Medicated and Mexsana are two common brands. Get a powder that contains clotrimazole or miconazole.
Some people prefer cornstarch.
It s good for absorbing moisture and cutting down on friction, without the small risks associated with talc. However, if you suffer from yeast infections, avoid cornstarch. It just feeds the yeast. Someone I spoke with recommended using solid antiperspirant to lubricate the skin and control perspiration. It s a good idea to get some air circulating in skin folds whenever possible.