10 awesome ways to use cornstarch (that don't involve cooking) Gourmandize Staff, 07/28/2016 Gourmandize shares Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pin it Share on WhatsApp Share on Google+ 5/10 Previous Next Remove ink stains A simple mixture of cornstarch and milk can do wonders to removing ink stains from clothing. Apply it to the stain and let it dry, then brush it off and wash the garment as usual.