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Rice Starch Powder Canada

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Weight 50g

Description

Botanical Source: Oryza sativa (Rice)
INCI Name: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
CAS: 9005-25-8
Form: Fine powder

DESCRIPTION

Used for centuries in Asian beauty rituals, Rice Starch is one of nature’s most versatile cosmetic ingredients. This finely milled, plant-derived powder offers a silky texture that soothes the skin, absorbs excess oil, and leaves a smooth, soft-touch finish.

In modern cosmetics, Rice Starch is prized as a gentle alternative to talc and synthetic fillers. It helps mattify the skin, reduce shine, and improve product spreadability without clogging pores. Its natural soothing properties also make it a popular addition to baby care products, face masks, and powders designed for sensitive skin.

Suggested Usage & Formulation

In face powders and setting products, Rice Starch can be used at 5–20 percent to provide a silky, matte finish with oil-absorbing benefits. In masks and cleansers, it may be used at 2–10 percent to improve texture and mild cleansing action. For emulsions, small amounts (1–3 percent) add a soft-focus skin feel and help reduce greasiness. It pairs well with clays, botanical extracts, and zinc oxide in natural, soothing formulations.

WHY FORMULATORS USE IT

Formulators turn to Rice Starch as a natural, multifunctional powder that combines oil absorption, soothing care, and sensorial elegance. It improves the look and feel of formulations while supporting sensitive-skin claims and clean-label positioning. Its association with traditional Asian beauty adds cultural depth and consumer appeal.

CAUTIONS

For external cosmetic use only. Always formulate within recommended usage levels and patch test finished products before regular use. Not intended for ingestion or pharmaceutical applications.

Technical Data

Rice Starch Powder is a soft, free-flowing white powder with a neutral odor and bland taste. It is insoluble in cold water but can swell in hot water, giving it thickening and texturizing properties. The recommended cosmetic use level ranges between 1 and 20 percent depending on the application, with higher levels used in powders and masks, and lower levels in emulsions and cleansers. It is stable across a wide pH range, making it easy to incorporate into diverse formulations. When stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place away from moisture and light, it retains quality for up to 24 months.