Uses of Cornstarch for Skin

Cornstarch is not only a fundamental ingredient in cooking, but also it has impressive uses on the skin. Want a shiny look?  Discover the uses of Cornstarch for your skin.

Corn starch, also known as Cornstarch, is a kind of very fine powder or flour that is obtained by grinding and processing the grains of corn. This product has always been quite popular in kitchens in many regions of the world being used as an ingredient to make dough’s, desserts or even as a broth thickener. However, for a few years, cornstarch is gaining more and more weight in the world of beauty and cosmetics due to its great skin properties.

Nutritional composition of cornstarch

• The cornstarch or corn flour is a natural product extracted from grains of this plant that has the following nutrient composition:
• It is rich in vitamins of group B (B1, B2, and B3) and also highlights its content in vitamin A, C and E.
• It also highlights its high content of complex carbohydrates and proteins.
• Within its composition, cornstarch is a product that has different minerals: potassium, iron, phosphorus, manganese, calcium, zinc, selenium and magnesium.
• Corn starch is a food rich in fiber. 
• Its water content is also important.
• Finally, it is a low fat and calorie product. 
• It is a gluten free product. Cornstarch is closely related to corn flour, but not exactly same.

Benefits of cornstarch for skin

Cornstarch or corn starch is a natural flour, thanks to the nutritional richness that we mentioned in the previous section. It has several beneficial properties for our dermis. These are the main properties and benefits of cornstarch for the skin:

1.Treatment for oily skin

Cornstarch is a food that stands out for its astringent properties that help us both reduce and balance our skin's fat levels. As a result of this reduction of accumulated sebum on the face, cornstarch has the ability to reduce other unsightly skin problems such as the appearance of unwanted pimples or pimples in the T area of ​​our face, that is, the forehead, nose and chin.

2. Fight excess acne and blackheads

As we have indicated, corn starch has a very potent astringent effect so it can also be an excellent treatment to help improve other conditions caused by excess sebum on the skin such as acne, open pores, pimples, and spots.

3. It is used as a facial cleanser

Its astringent power combined with its antiseptic properties thanks to the richness in vitamins and minerals, make corn starch a powerful facial cleanser. Thanks to this cleansing effect you can have a skin free of impurities and other pollutants from the environment and, consequently, a more illuminated and radiant face.

4. Reduces wrinkles

Due to its richness in vitamin E and some minerals, cornstarch also has incredible antioxidant properties. Due to its protective function against oxidation of the skin caused by free radicals, prevents aging symptoms such as wrinkles and expression lines and gives the skin a younger look.

5. against sunburn

Prepare a paste with cornstarch and water and apply it as many times as necessary on the burned part or in areas with sunstroke until it no longer hurts. This will refresh you and make everything return to normal.

6. Excessive sweating

You sweat a lot and you don't know what to do anymore? Wash your armpits or the area you want to stop sweating, rub in it a cotton ball with alcohol, let it dry and immediately sprinkle cornstarch. You will see that it improves visibly.

7. Cornstarch for diaper rash

Babies usually develop dermatitis or rash as a result of diaper use. To relieve inflammation, you can put some cornstarch in its tail after changing it. Another option is to add a quarter cup of cornstarch to the child's bathwater.

8. Soothe allergies
Cornstarch can be used to soothe skin irritations. Including sunburn and allergies or rashes. To do this you should only form a mixture with three tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water until it has the consistency of peanut butter. Similarly, use gauze or a cotton ball to apply to the skin. And let dry.

9. Stains

In combination with other ingredients such as lemon juice, cornstarch acts as a natural lightening ideal for treating acne spots, sun or dark scars.

10. Translucent powder

Translucent powders make the makeup set and the oil does not appear. Cornstarch has the same effect, so you can apply it with a brush as if it were mineral powders.

11. Matte lip effect

If you want your lipstick to have a matte finish, cornstarch will give it to you. Paint your lips as usual and at the end pass them a brush sprinkled with cornstarch. Shake the leftover with a clean and ready brush.

12. Dry shampoo

Mix some essential oil with cornstarch or cornstarch powder and apply it to the oily parts of your hair. It works just as well as commercial shampoo.

13. Relieve other skin problems

Finally, thanks to the antiseptic power of cornmeal, we can use it as a home remedy for other skin conditions such as sunburn or insect bites. Cornstarch helps relieve some symptoms caused by such cases as irritation, itching, inflammation and redness of the affected area.

These are the main benefits of cornstarch on the face and you can take advantage of them by preparing very simple and natural masks.

The best cornstarch face masks

Making your own cornstarch face mask is very simple, here you will find 3 options for different skin problems. With these ideas you can use cornstarch for the face and thus eliminate spots, reduce acne and wrinkles.

Cornstarch and egg mask

Use this cornstarch face mask if you want to rejuvenate your skin. Combine it with the egg and almond oil to create a natural wrinkle remedy.

Like all beauty treatments, with this cornstarch mask it will take a few weeks to start seeing the results. And from the first use your skin will look much better, clean and healthy.

Ingredients

• A teaspoon of honey
• An egg white
• Two tablespoons cornstarch
• 20 drops of almond oil

Preparation

• If you want to make this mask with cornstarch you just have to mix the three ingredients until they are well integrated.
• Moisten your skin with warm water, gently dry and apply the cornstarch mask.
• Leave on for 20 minutes and rinse with cold water. 
• Use it two to three times a week.

Cornstarch and honey mask

If you have oily skin you may suffer from the appearance of pimples, dark spot and other skin imperfections. These are completely normal but occur due to excess sebum or fat production. Use this cornstarch and honey mask to control the appearance of granites and say goodbye to the shine that produces the fat on your skin.

This cornstarch mask for acne is also good to say goodbye to the dark spots sometimes left by the pimples.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 of water
• A spoonful of honey

Preparation

• Mix the three ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture.
• Clean your face with warm water to open the pores and apply.
• Leave on for half an hour and rinse thoroughly with cold water.

Cornstarch and lemon mask

If your problem is acne, sun, wound or burn scars you can count on this cornstarch and lemon mask. Like the others you just have to look in your cupboard or fridge, mix some ingredients, apply and see the results.

Ingredients

• Half a cup of milk
• Lemon juice
• Two tablespoons cornstarch

Preparation

• Mix all three ingredients very well, they will integrate easily.
• Moisten your face with warm water, take the opportunity to clean it very well.
• Apply and leave for 10 minutes. 
• Lemon can cause itching due to its astringent ability if it bothers you a lot, rinse quickly with cold water.

Cornstarch mask alone

If you are looking for a simple cleansing mask with few ingredients, this is the best option. You only need cornstarch and water!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• Water

Preparation

• Gradually add the water to the cornstarch until you get a paste.
• Clean your water with warm water to open the pores, apply the mixture with circular movements.
• Leave on for 15 minutes and rinse with cold water.

Other skin masks

There is no doubt that there is a cornstarch mask for you. But if you want to try other options or combine it with other beauty treatments, here you have options of masks for the skin that you cannot miss.

For dry skin with the help of avocado, egg and almond oil you will make your skin look dry and recover its natural and jovial appearance.

For mature skin, if you liked cornstarch or cornstarch cream, you cannot miss another one based on orange juice, chamomile and honey with very similar effects.

For normal skin we always talk about creams and masks for dry or oily skin, but what about the normal? If you have this type of skin you also have options on hand with ingredients such as fennel and honey.

As you have noticed, it is not only about simple and economical solutions, but its application only takes a few minutes. Remove the starch from the cupboard and take advantage of it. Not only in your recipes, but in all these masks that we have detailed here. It is always better to console a doctor if you are applying something new to your skin.