Organic Arrowroot Powder
Maranta arundinacea
Have you ever struggled with relentless skin irritation or persistent rashes and wondered if there's a natural remedy that can offer immediate relief? Are you tired of commercial deodorants failing you and searching for a natural solution to keep you fresh and dry all day long? Have you ever wished for a versatile kitchen ingredient that not only thickens your sauces to perfection, but also serves as a gentle, effective skin care product? Look no further than arrowroot!
You might need Arrowroot if you...
- Have gluten intolerance or allergy
- Looking for an absorbent powder to stay dry and reduce body odor
- Want a thickening agent
- Already have irritated skin that you need to keep dry
- Have a sensitive digestive system
Benefits of Arrowroot
Absorbs Moisture and Oils: Arrowroot is highly effective at absorbing moisture and oils, making it a popular ingredient in natural deodorants and body powders, helping to keep the skin dry and reduce sweat.
Soothes Skin Irritation: It's fine texture and gentle nature allow arrowroot to soothe irritated skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healing, which is beneficial for conditions like rashes, acne, and minor skin irritations.
Suitable for Sensitive Skin: It is mild and non-irritating, making it suitable for sensitive skin and providing relief without over drying.
Ways to use Arrowroot
Thickening agent: It can be used in making personal care products, sauces, soups, gravies, and puddings.
Flour substitute: Arrowroot is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour.
Tea: Although not a common use, arrowroot can be used made into a tea by using dried or powdered arrowroot to help soothe stomach upset, relieve diarrhea, and reduce inflammation. It has a mild and earthy flavor.
Tincture: While not common, it can be made into a tincture.
Growing and Foraging Information
Foraging for arrowroot is not as common as foraging for some other wild plants or roots. This is because of its limited growing areas in the wild (no frost zones). To forage in the wild would require a large grouping to keep it sustainable, and that just doesn’t occur in the wild without someone cultivating them.
Safety Concerns
Arrowroot is a regular part of many people’s diets and is considered very safe.
Drug Interaction: If you are taking any prescription medications or have any health concerns, it is important to always consult with the prescriber before adding any herbs to your diet.
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.
Other Concerns: Like other starchy foods, internally consuming large amounts of arrowroot may cause digestive issues such as bloating, gas, or diarrhea in some individuals. It's best to consume starches such as arrowroot in moderation and pay attention to how your body reacts to it.
Select Studies About Arrowroot
This study looked at the properties of arrowroot to see if it could be useful in food production. Arrowroot starch has small, round granules, good gel-forming ability, low protein and fat, and high levels of certain minerals. Perhaps most importantly, they noted it also has excellent swelling power and solubility (absorption) and stores well for a long time.
Formulation And Evaluation Of Face Powder By Arrowroot
Arrowroot powder is a versatile, natural ingredient valued in culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic applications, providing a smooth, silky feel without being chalky. Its ornamental plant features large leaves and small flowers, and the starch is gluten-free, grain-free, vegan, and paleo-friendly. Arrowroot has health benefits like promoting weight loss, calming diarrhea, and boosting the immune system. It's also used in cosmetics due to its fine, absorbent, and skin-nourishing properties, making it suitable for soothing skin irritations and improving skin texture.
Physical and functional properties of arrowroot starch extrudates
Arrowroot starch exhibits superior water and oil absorption properties compared to its native form, making it highly effective in absorbing moisture. This quality, along with its ability to form a soothing gel, makes arrowroot beneficial for skin applications, such as reducing irritation and inflammation. Additionally, its lower digestibility after extrusion suggests potential uses in snack foods that could offer skin benefits through dietary means.
How Earthley Uses Arrowroot
Our simple dry shampoo is the perfect solution. Clay and powdered herbs give it the power to soak up unnecessary oil while smelling great. Besides using it on your hair, you can use it as a foot or face powder. Anywhere there’s excess oil, this powder can help!
We’ve combined super absorbent arrowroot powder and white kaolin clay which lift away dirt and grease to cleanse the scalp, still leaving the skin and hair moisturized. Herbal powders of rosemary and lavender encourage hair growth and provide anti-inflammatory properties to your scalp!
Check out these reviews for our Rosemary-Lavender Dry Shampoo:
“This works great as a baby powder substitute. I love the way it smells. I sprinkle in my hand and rub my hands together then through my roots. Clean ingredients and does the job, plus benefits my scalp. Also, works great over the black salve by drying it out and helps keep it on the body.
“I really enjoy using this dry shampoo, I have a homemade one that I created that doesn’t use clay so I noticed how this one felt different to me. I really like the clay and smell, I use on freshly clean, air dried hair and probably do 3 to 4 small applications in the following 48 hrs. I do not wash my hair with anything other than water(about 2x a week) and the occasional apple cider vinegar rinse(2x a month) I also use Earthley’s leave in conditioner on my ends on hair washing days. These products work well for me and my hair rhythm.”
We use the simplest, cleanest ingredients to make our all-natural Mineral Deodorant. Mango butter and apricot oil combine to gently nourish the skin, while arrowroot powder helps to keep skin dry. Magnesium detoxes, reduces odor, and has tons of health benefits too! Pure essential oils are added for a pleasant scent.
You’ll never have to worry about the harmful side effects of aluminum or irritation and rashes that are commonly associated with baking soda. We chose the purest ingredients to create a deodorant that is gentle on the skin, but powerfully protects against odor. If you’re looking to make the transition to a natural deodorant even more effortless, check out our Pit Mask!
How Our Deodorant is Made {Video}
Check out these reviews for our Mineral Deodorant:
“Best all natural deodorant I have found. Doesn’t leave residue on my clothes like other deodorants. Love it”
“My husband has been using the woods scent for over a year. We love that this deodorant not only smells good, but it works and is a safe alternative to most store bought deodorants.”
We combined the best qualities of our Mineral Deodorants and our Detoxifying Pit Mask to create Mineral Deodorant PLUS! We still use the same base ingredients to keep your skin nourished and dry while adding a bit of French green clay. The amount we include is not enough to stain clothes, but it is enough to pull toxins out of your body and trap them. Less toxins=healthier body and less odor!
How Our Deodorant is Made {Video}
Check out these reviews for our Mineral Deodorant PLUS:
“First natural deodorant I actually love and trust. Have used grapefruit juniper and now ginger lime. Both are amazing and last all day! Highly recommend as a starter deodorant for the transition. Even make a travel size to try first!”
“I didn’t want to switch to a natural deodorant. I avoided taking the leap for quite a while until pregnancy related skin issues caught me. It took 2 weeks to detox, but I have been very pleased with this deodorant since then. I am now a dedicated fan! It is amazing how much better your body works when you can sweat, lol.”