Itching powder refers to a group of powders or powder-like substances that induce itching when applied onto human skin. This is usually done as a practical joke or prank to an unsuspecting victim.
The cause of the irritation can be mechanical, such as products containing ground rose hips. Another common ingredient is Mucuna pruriens.
The term "itching powder" is colloquial; there is no one specific source of the powder, though some gag industries do tend to have favourites. Two very common, accessible, and fairly harmless (though not entirely--itching powder can be very dangerous when abused) sources are maple samara and rosehips. It should be noted that these are used in home recipes, so, for the safety of the maker and of the victim, gloves (dust mask, and glasses as itching powder is a mouth and eye irritant) and caution are strongly encouraged whenever handling the processed powder.
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See also
- Sneezing powder
- List of practical joke topics
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