Arrowroot starch is a fine powder that contains around 23% starch and other vitamins (A, B, etc.). Arrowroot is used in talcum powders and moisturizers as a thickening agent. When used in cosmetics, it enables active ingredients to penetrate the upper levels of your skin as it has great moisture-absorbing qualities. Arrowroot is often used in body powders to make your skin silkier and smoother. It can be used as a safe substitute for baby powder and as an ingredient in dry shampoos & deodorants among other uses. Arrowroot Powder is also a popular ingredient for many culinary uses. I use it to make Chinese-style batter for crispy frying tofu. It can be used in place of cornstarch in any recipe and has the benefit of being non-GMO. Arrowroot powder can be used to thicken soups, stews, gravies, and sauces.
