100% pure- INCI (Maranta arundinacea)- Arrowroot powder is a white, silky powder that is found in most natural body powder recipes and deodorants. Arrowroot is used in cosmetics as a thickener. Unlike most thickeners, arrowroot has the ability to thicken at room temperature, and at varying ph levels.
Country of Origin: St. Vincent
Uses in Cosmetics, Soap, Ect.:
1. Arrowroot is used as a natural alternative to "talc", because talc can contain asbestos. Arrowroot has a "feel" similar to cornstarch, and can be mixed with other powdered herbs to create excitingly fun body powders that feel like silk on your skin.
2. Arrowroot is used as a natural thickener in some cosmetic formulations
3. Arrowroot is used to help create gel-like products in highly acidic environments.
4. Arrowroot can be used in natural deodorant formulations to provide better glide.
Note: Natures Garden sells our herbs for external use only. We do not sell them as food items. (The information we provide is for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration). Keep all herbs out of reach of children and pets. Special care should be taken by pregnant and/or lactating women when handling herbs. Natures Garden accepts no responsibility (written or implied) for any products you make with our herbs. All testing is the responsibility of the customer.
