The ingredient narratives reshaping clean beauty.
Rice Starch
aka oryza sativa starch · rice starch · glutinous rice starch
A plant-derived starch used in dry shampoo formulations and powder cosmetics as an oil absorbent and texture modifier. A natural talc alternative with K-beauty heritage in rice water beauty traditions.
- Oil and sebum absorption
- Softening and conditioning texture
- Mattifying effect
- Skin conditioning — mild rice-protein co-fraction
- Biodegradable and plant-derived
- Dry shampoo formulations
- Loose setting powders
- Talc-free foundations
- Pressed powder formulas
- Oil-control facial powders
Used in anhydrous powder formulations. Functions as dry binder and oil absorber. Moisture-sensitive — manufacturing humidity control required.
Risk of microbial growth in water-containing formulations if inadequately preserved. Slightly coarser particle distribution than synthetic powders may affect skin feel.
Strongly accepted in clean beauty. K-beauty rice heritage and Korean beauty tradition supporting consumer familiarity.
The ingredient narratives reshaping clean beauty.
Rice Starch
aka oryza sativa starch · rice starch · glutinous rice starch
A plant-derived starch used in dry shampoo formulations and powder cosmetics as an oil absorbent and texture modifier. A natural talc alternative with K-beauty heritage in rice water beauty traditions.
- Oil and sebum absorption
- Softening and conditioning texture
- Mattifying effect
- Skin conditioning — mild rice-protein co-fraction
- Biodegradable and plant-derived
- Dry shampoo formulations
- Loose setting powders
- Talc-free foundations
- Pressed powder formulas
- Oil-control facial powders
Used in anhydrous powder formulations. Functions as dry binder and oil absorber. Moisture-sensitive — manufacturing humidity control required.
Risk of microbial growth in water-containing formulations if inadequately preserved. Slightly coarser particle distribution than synthetic powders may affect skin feel.
Strongly accepted in clean beauty. K-beauty rice heritage and Korean beauty tradition supporting consumer familiarity.