Tapioca Starch

Also known as: tapioca-starch

TAP

1/10

Concern level

Low concern

Tapioca starch is a natural carbohydrate derived from the cassava root. It is commonly used as a thickening agent and provides a smooth texture in formulations. It also has moisture-retaining properties and can help absorb excess oil.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

EWG Score

1/10

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothing

Chemical Properties

pH Range

5.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 10.00%

CAS Number: 9000-90-2

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin5/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Risks & Warnings

Generally regarded as safe, but may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Sol de Janeiro

Glowmotions Glow Body Oil

Murad

Superactive Mattifying Oil + Pore Control Moisturizer SPF 50 with Salicylic Acid

L'Occitane

Soothing Karité Confort Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream

Caudalie

Vinopure Oil-Control Moisturizer for Acne Prone Skin

Caudalie

Vinopure Acne-Prone Skin Essentials

Clarins

Extra-Firming Energy Refillable Moisturizer with Collagen Polypeptide & Niacinamide

Dermalogica

Daily Milkfoliant Exfoliator

Eucerin

Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion, Urea Enriched, Unscented Body Lotion for Dry Skin With Triple Moisturizing Complex, 16.9 FL OZ Bottle

Dermalogica