Corn Starch Powder is a fine, soft, white, plant-derived powder obtained from the endosperm of corn (Zea mays). It is a versatile ingredient widely used in food processing, cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and personal care formulations. Known for its excellent thickening, moisture-absorbing, binding, and texture-enhancing properties, corn starch helps improve product consistency, smoothness, and stability. In food applications, it is commonly used as a thickening agent in soups, sauces, gravies, puddings, desserts, and baked goods, while in cosmetics, it is valued for its ability to absorb excess oil, reduce greasiness, provide a silky skin feel, and improve the texture of powders, creams, lotions, dry shampoos, and body care products. Its naturally derived origin and multifunctional properties make it a popular ingredient in both food and cosmetic formulations.
Product Information
Product Name Corn Starch Powder
Botanical Source Zea mays
INCI Name Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
CAS Number 9005-25-8
Appearance Fine white powder
Odour Neutral to faintly characteristic
Solubility Insoluble in cold water; swells and gelatinizes when heated in water
Main Functions Thickener, absorbent, binder, texture enhancer
Uses in Food Applications
- Thickening Agent: Used in soups, sauces, gravies, custards, puddings, and pie fillings to create a smooth, thick consistency.
- Baking: Helps produce softer, lighter textures in cakes, cookies, biscuits, and pastries.
- Crispy Coatings: Used in batters and coatings for fried foods to improve crispiness.
- Desserts: Provides structure and consistency in puddings, fillings, and other prepared desserts.
- Binding Agent: Helps bind ingredients together in processed food products.
- Anti-Caking and Dusting: Used in certain dry mixes and confectionery applications to reduce sticking and improve handling.
Uses in Cosmetic Applications
- Face and Body Powders: Absorbs excess moisture and oil, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth.
- Dry Shampoos: Helps absorb scalp oil and reduce the appearance of greasy hair.
- Creams and Lotions: Improves texture and helps reduce an oily or sticky after-feel.
- Deodorant Powders: Absorbs moisture and contributes to a dry, comfortable skin feel.
- Makeup Products: Used in loose powders, pressed powders, and foundations to improve spread ability and provide a matte finish.
- Body Butters: Helps reduce greasiness and creates a smoother, more powdery finish.
- Bath and Body Products: Used in bath powders and other dry personal care formulations.
Recommended Usage Rates in Cosmetics
Application Typical Starting Usage
Face Powders 5–50%
Body Powders 10–80%
Dry Shampoo 10–60%
Creams and Lotions 1–5%
Body Butters 1–5%
Deodorant Powders 10–50%
Pressed and Loose Makeup Powders 5–40%
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Corn Starch Powder
