Ratania powder: a functional ingredient for oral health and cosmetic applications.
Ratania powder is obtained from the dried root of Krameria lappacea, finely ground to facilitate its incorporation in various formulations. This Andean product stands out for its astringent, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, being an ideal ingredient for the development of oral care products, natural cosmetics and phytotherapy.

What is ratania powder?
It is the powdered form of ratania, traditionally used in infusions and medicinal preparations for its ability to tone tissues and protect mucous membranes. Its richness in tannins and phenolic compounds gives it a potent and natural action.

Functional benefits

• Natural astringent that strengthens gums and relieves oral inflammations.
• Mild antimicrobial, ideal for daily oral hygiene.
• Soothes throat irritations, sensitive gums and canker sores.
• Also used as an antioxidant ingredient in natural cosmetics.

Industrial applications

• Formulation of herbal dentifrices and mouthwashes.
• Base in mouth powders, capsules or functional mixtures.
• Application in antioxidant face masks and facial tonics.
• Integration in organic, vegan and non-aggressive chemical-free product lines.

Advantages for the industry

• Andean product with history in natural medicine.
• Versatile format, easy to dose and incorporate in various formulations.
• High demand in clean cosmetics and natural oral health markets.
• Differentiating potential due to its ethnic origin.