Zea mays (Corn) starch

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AKA: Maize, Corn Starch
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Barrier Support
Clean
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch is a cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, absorbent, anticaking. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
9005-25-8
Form
Powder
Functions
Abrasive
Absorbent
Anticaking
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Viscosity Controlling
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Used as a traditional body powder and skin-soothing agent in indigenous cultures and folk medicine. Adopted in modern cosmetics as an absorbent and texturizing ingredient.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.5%
0%1%
Reg. Limit
EU regulatory limit: 0.5%. Maximum secondary amine content: Source: EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, Annex III (Restricted Substances), Entry 61
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR