Object ID Number:
PH258
Object Name:
Desitin
Manufactured from:
1950
Manufactured to:
1960
Description / History:
Desitin
Manufactured by Desitin Chemical Company, Providence, RI
Desitin is medicinal nursery powder used for diaper rash, intertrigo, and other skin irritation (dermatitis). It was also commonly used in the nursery for minor burns, sunburn, prevention of bed sores and care of chaffed or irritated skin. The powder formulation included: Cod–liver oil, zinc oxide, talcum powder, and magnesium oxide
Manufactured by Desitin Chemical Company, Providence, RI
Desitin is medicinal nursery powder used for diaper rash, intertrigo, and other skin irritation (dermatitis). It was also commonly used in the nursery for minor burns, sunburn, prevention of bed sores and care of chaffed or irritated skin. The powder formulation included: Cod–liver oil, zinc oxide, talcum powder, and magnesium oxide
Dimensions:
H–2.5 W–1 L–1.5 inches
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