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Marshmallow Root Powder - 75g

Marshmallow Root Powder - 75g

Regular price R99.00
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Size: 75g
INCI: Althaea officinalis

Marshmallow Root Powder is a finely milled botanical traditionally used in soothing-style internal and external preparations. It has a soft, earthy character and is especially valued in cold infusions, simple powder mixes, and kitchen-apothecary style recipes where a gentle, mucilage-rich herb is preferred. The powder format is easy to measure and works well in water-based preparations, yoghurt mixes, and topical botanical blends. This is a versatile single-ingredient botanical suitable for food and cosmetic use.

♡ Why we love it: Marshmallow Root Powder is one of those quietly useful herbs that brings a lovely softness to both tea routines and simple DIY preparations. We especially like how easy the powder format is to work with, whether you are preparing a cold infusion, blending it into a simple drink, or exploring gentle topical recipes. It is exactly the kind of ingredient we value at Essentially Natural: plant-led, practical, minimally processed, and well suited to thoughtful everyday use.

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

Also available in large pack sizes.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.
  • Common Name: Marshmallow Root
  • Other Common Names: White Mallow
  • Plant Part: Root
  • Form: Powder
  • Texture Profile: Soft, mucilage-rich
  • Ingredients: Marshmallow Root Powder
  • Suitable For: Food and cosmetic use
  • Preparing cold infusions and soothing-style herbal drinks
  • Blending into water or yoghurt for simple herbal use
  • Adding body and softness to botanical tea blends
  • Using in kitchen-apothecary style topical preparations
  • Exploring simple rinse-off or mask-style applications
  • Supporting blends where a gentle, mucilage-rich herb is preferred

    Marshmallow Root Powder Is For:

  • Herbal routines that prefer gentle, soothing-style botanicals
  • Cold infusions and simple powder-based preparations
  • Everyday blends where a softer, rounder herb profile is useful
  • DIY makers exploring gentle topical botanical recipes
  • Herbal cupboards that benefit from an easy-to-measure root powder
  • Marshmallow Root Powder Is Not For:

  • Quick, strong, spice-led herbal profiles
  • Ready-made supplement or finished skincare product formats
  • Preparations where no fine straining or mixing is wanted
  • As a Cold Infusion: Add 2 g to 4 g to 1 cup of cold water, leave overnight, then strain and enjoy.
  • As a Simple Powder Mix: Stir 1 teaspoon into water or yoghurt and mix well before use.
  • As a Blend Ingredient: Combine with other suitable herbs where a softer, more soothing texture is wanted.
  • As a Tincture: Use according to your preferred tincture-making method and strain well.
  • As a Topical Preparation: Blend into suitable rinse-off or mask-style recipes for brief external use.
  • Processing Tip: Cold infusion is often preferred for marshmallow root because it helps preserve the herb’s naturally mucilage-rich character.
  • Processing Tip: Because marshmallow is mucilaginous, pair powder use with enough liquid for a smoother, easier-to-work-with preparation.
  • Do not use during pregnancy unless professionally advised.
  • Marshmallow may delay the absorption of medicines taken at the same time.
  • Leave a gap between marshmallow use and medication unless advised otherwise by a qualified healthcare practitioner.
  • Stay within moderate, appropriate use.
  • For topical use, patch test before wider application.
  • Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: Why is marshmallow root often prepared as a cold infusion?
A: Cold water helps preserve the herb’s naturally mucilage-rich character, which gives marshmallow root its soft, soothing texture.

Q: Can I mix Marshmallow Root Powder straight into water?
A: Yes. It can be stirred into water, though some people prefer to let it stand briefly so the texture develops more fully.

Q: Can I add Marshmallow Root Powder to yoghurt?
A: Yes. It can be mixed into yoghurt as a simple way to use the powder.

Q: What does Marshmallow Root Powder taste like?
A: It has a mild, earthy flavour with a soft, rounded texture rather than a sharp or strongly aromatic profile.

Q: Why should I use enough liquid with marshmallow root?
A: Marshmallow root is naturally mucilaginous, so adequate liquid helps it hydrate properly and creates a smoother preparation.

Q: Does this work better as a powder or cut root?
A: Powder is easier to mix directly into drinks, yoghurt, and topical recipes, while cut root is often chosen for longer infusions and straining.

Q: Can Marshmallow Root Powder be used in external preparations?
A: Yes. It is often explored in simple rinse-off or mask-style botanical recipes for brief topical use.

Q: What herbs pair well with marshmallow root in blends?
A: It pairs well with gentler herbs and roots where a softer, rounder texture helps balance the blend.

About These Botanicals

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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Mel (eNyamazaneni, ZA)
Beaut!

Love this little gem botanical. I used it in shampoo and it added lovely slip without being sticky or snotty.

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Niezaamwyeth (Cape Town, ZA)
Excellent service ,quick and easy

Excellent service ,quick and easy. Products are neatly packaged and best quality.

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Andiswa M.
Great for bloating.

I'm always bloated because of fibroids and as a result I have to avoid a lot of foods like bread, pasta, beans, etc. But ever since I started drinking this tea the gas comes right out and I don't experience a lot of discomfort which is a big problem when you have fibroids. I also tried it on my hair and I love it.

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K.L. (Frankfurt am Main, DE)
Marshmallow Root Powder -

I've been using the Marshmallow Root Powder to support my gut health, and I'm really happy with the results. I prepare it by letting it infuse in water overnight.
What really stood out to me was the exceptional customer service from the Essentially Natural team. When I needed their support, they were incredibly friendly and professional, addressing my concerns promptly. Their quick response and helpful attitude made a great impression.
The product itself works well for my needs, and the outstanding customer service makes it even better. Thank you to the Essentially Natural team for both a quality product and excellent support!

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Tamlyn W. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Love it

I Love the smell, it's so earthy, feels like luxury on my hair & skin, definitely gonna need more of this :-))

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Michele G. (Cape Town, ZA)
Very Happy Customer

I recommend trying this product out for gut health, i have already seen an improvement. I would also like to add that purchasing from Essentially Natural was such an easy and quick process that I have already been back on the site to see what I am ordering next :)

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Beverly v.D. (Koster, ZA)
Tummy trouble

This a awesome product for tummy trouble. I'm using it for my dogs and it works wonders.

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Fredonique A. (Addo, ZA)
Great detangler

The amount of slip this gives my type 4 hair is amazing

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Matthew N. (Cape Town, ZA)
Get things moving

This plus Slippery Elm is guaranteed to get your digestion moving. Highly effective.

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Beverly M. (Pretoria, ZA)
Looking

I finally found what I've been looking for I use it for my diy

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Elissa M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Great product

Excellent, love this! Will be buying more. Great in a shampoo, will be trying it for a lotion as well. Also made a cough syrup with it with honey and ginger, worked well.

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Aurelie S. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Amazing good quality

I’ve been buying marshmallow powder from Essentially Natural from the start of my business. I love the quality and the quick delivery. In my opinion marshmallow root powder is superior to the leaves because you truly see the mucilage with the powder. It gives an amazing slip to conditioners. It’s a fave forever!

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Tom P. (Cape Town, ZA)

Quick response and fast delivery.

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Meryl (Pretoria, ZA)
Great quality

I love the quality of the powder! I use it for my hair and I get amazing slip from this, I would recommend this 10x over.

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Ruth E. (Cape Town, ZA)
Good stuff

Have been using this in my leave in hair conditioner and detangling spray. Hair is lovely and soft!

Fantastic to hear that!

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