Xanthan Gum

INGREDIENT

Xanthan Gum

Thickener; Stabilizer

Approved

Fermentation-derived polysaccharide with a long history of safe cosmetic and food use.

Also known as 2 Synonyms
Function Increases viscosity and stabilizes emulsions and suspensions.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 11138-66-2
Category Thickener; Stabilizer
Function Increases viscosity and stabilizes emulsions and suspensions.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
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What it does

Increases viscosity and stabilizes emulsions and suspensions.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 20 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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