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Corn starch complements potato starch perfectly – that's natural cosmetics craftsmanship.
Potato starch is coarse, corn starch is fine – together they form the ideal powder system in our Deocreme Sensitiv. The blend absorbs moisture evenly and gives the deodorant a soft, velvety texture – without aluminium, without synthetic thickeners.
Natural powder from corn kernels
Corn starch is obtained from the endosperm of maize kernels by milling and washing. It is finer than potato starch and is often used in body lotions, powders and deodorant creams. Gluten-free and vegan.
Corn starch in our deodorant cream
How does corn starch behave on different skin?
Corn starch absorbs moisture and a little skin oil. How that feels depends on your skin type.
How does corn starch work on the skin?
Three properties that explain what corn starch does in a formula.
Moisture absorption
Starch granules absorb moisture on the skin's surface.
Mattifying
Takes the shine off the skin's surface.
Soft texture
The fine granules make creams and powders velvety and easier to spread.
What can you use corn starch for?
Binds moisture in the underarm
Dusted on lightly, it absorbs moisture
Absorbs moisture on your hands
Reduces shine on oily skin
Keeps feet dry in sports shoes
A light dusting reduces friction where skin rubs against skin
Corn starch goes especially well with …
The natural partners for aluminium-free deodorant concepts.
Starch duo – coarse meets fine. The perfect blend.
Learn moreNeutralises odour – corn starch soaks up moisture.
Learn moreGives the starch base a creamy feel on the skin.
Learn moreSmells floral and herbaceous – a common scent note in deodorants.
Learn moreGlossary
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