Maranta Arundinacea Root Powder

Arrowroot powder is a fine, white starch extracted from the rhizomes of the Maranta arundinacea plant, native to tropical regions. In cosmetics, it serves as a natural alternative to talc and synthetic thickeners, offering excellent oil and moisture absorption properties while creating a silky, non-greasy skin feel. Formulators favor it in natural and clean beauty products for its gentle nature, ability to improve texture in powder formulations, and its traditional use as a soothing agent for sensitive skin.