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Pisum sativum (Pea) starch
AKA “Pea”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Pisum sativum (Pea) starch
Synthetic · Absorbent · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Synthetic
Clean
Pea starch naturally absorbs oil and creates a smooth, opaque finish. Derived from pea seeds, it helps mattify skin and gives makeup a refined appearance.
CAS #
90082-41-0
Form
Powder
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Functions
Absorbent
Opacifier
Opacifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Boosts Collagen
Absorbs excess oil
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
Pea starch is derived from cultivated garden peas, which have been used as food for millennia. Its use in cosmetics is modern, employed as a texturizing and absorbent agent in powders and dry formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 2%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 680).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR