a type of confection that, in its modern form, consists of sugar or corn syrup , beaten egg white s, gelatin that has been pre-softened in water, gum arabic and flavorings, whipped to a spongy consistency

An American confection made from sugar gelatin, corn syrup, gum arabic, and flavoring. Some add egg whites for additional fluffiness. Marshmallows used to be made from the sweetened extract of the roots of the marshmallow plant.

( Althaea officinalis) Extracts of this reedy marsh plant—whose gum-like qualities led ancient physicians to treat inflammation with its leaves—provide natural hold in our PhomollientTM Styling Foam, Hang StraightTM Straightening Lotion, Light ElementsTM Defining WhipTM and Pure AbundanceTM Volumizing Hair Spray.

A shrubby herb that grows near salt marshes.

Marsh Mallow contains starch, mucilage, pectin, oil, sugar, asparagines, and phosphate of lime, glutinous matter and cellulose. The great demulcent and emollient properties of Marsh Mallow make it useful in inflammation and irritation of the alimentary canal, and of the urinary and respiratory organs. The roots have been used more for the digestive system whilst the leaves are used more for the urinary system and lungs. The leaves help in cystitis, urethritis and urinary gravel as well as bronchitis, respiratory catarrh, irritating coughs. Marshmallow actions include: demulcent, emollient, diuretic, anti-inflammatory and expectorant.