Xanthan Gum
INCI name
- XANTHAN GUM,
Alternative names
- gummi xanthanum,
- Corn Sugar Gum,
- E 415,
- Xanthan,
- Xanthum Gum,
- Xantan Gum,
Origin
- biotechnological,
Definition
- Xanthan gum,
INCI function
- emulsion stabilising,
- binding,
- Gel forming,
- viscosity regulating,
Substance category
No information available
Characteristics
- provides cohesion in cosmetic products
- supports the emulsion formation and improves the emulsion stability and emulsion durability
- Gives the consistency of a gel (a semi-solid preparation with some elasticity) to a liquid preparation
- increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products
- approved for certified natural cosmetics
- Skin tightening effect
CAS-No.
- 11138-66-2,
EINECS/EILINCS-No.
- 234-394-2,
Studies, literature and statements
Springer Lexikon Kosmetik, page 595
Bonding agent, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity regulator. Recommended.
Körperpflegekunde und Kosmetik, page 149
Is an anionic, mixed polysaccharide which is produced by fermentation of carbohydrates by bacteria.
Product examples
This list includes 10 random products that contain Xanthan Gum.
- Alverde Feuchtigkeits-Shampoo Aloe Vera Hibiskus
- Alverde Blond-Shampoo Hopfenblüte Honig
- Weleda Straffende Tagespflege
- Binella Medical Beauty Ultrameso Lift Deluxe Eye Cream
- Lavera Basis Sensitiv Pfelegecreme Reichhaltig
- Yves Rocher Hydra Vegetal Erfrischendes Reinigungsgel
- Dr. Grandel Protect Ace
- Beate Johnen Skin Therapist Stress Control Neck & Decolleté Cream
- Tautropfen A Drop Of Nature Sanftes Gesichts-Reinigungsgel Für Sensible Und Empfindliche Haut
- Annemarie Börlind Fluid Make-Up Hazel