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PISUM SATIVUM STARCH.

Valuable CAS 90082-41-0 / ABSORBENT, OPACIFYING

Derived from the common pea plant, Pisum Sativum Starch serves as a functional ingredient primarily valued for its absorbent and opacifying properties. It effectively helps to manage skin shine and contributes to a smoother, more uniform skin appearance.

Summary

Absorbent Opacifying Skin conditioning Skin protecting

Science

Mechanism of Action

Pisum Sativum Starch primarily operates by absorbing excess sebum and moisture from the skin's surface. This action reduces unwanted shine and creates an immediate blurring or masking effect, enhancing skin texture. It is crucial to distinguish that anti-aging, firming, antioxidant, or brightening benefits are typically associated with Pisum Sativum Extract or Pea Protein, not the starch itself.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The solubility and swelling power of pea starches generally increase with rising temperatures. While studies on pea starch films suggest optimal film properties (highest density, lowest soluble matter) at a pH of 7, this observation is specific to films and not directly indicative of raw starch stability in cosmetic formulations.

Conflicts

  • Formulation stability and physical properties may be affected by the presence of various salts (e.g., CaSO4, K2SO4, NaCl, CaCl2), as observed in pea starch films where these salts influenced water solubility, permeability, and mechanical strength.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

Although Pisum Sativum Starch specifically has not been reviewed by the CIR Expert Panel, related pea-derived proteins and peptides (e.g., Pisum Sativum (Pea) Protein) have been deemed safe for cosmetic applications. This starch is noted for being non-GMO, non-allergenic, and gluten-free, and it is approved by the FDA for food use, supporting a favorable safety profile for topical application.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Pisum Sativum Starch is a valuable functional ingredient known for its immediate mattifying and blurring effects, offering broad skin compatibility and a strong safety profile for cosmetic formulations.

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