Wheat Starch
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Triticum Aestivum Starch, Grain Starch
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Starch, wheat (triticum vulgare), hydrolyzed
CAS #
68412-29-3
Form
Powder
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Used for centuries in traditional Asian skincare, particularly in China and Japan, as a gentle absorbent and thickening agent. Ancient cosmetic powders frequently incorporated grain starches for mattifying and skin-soothing properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR