Ideal for use in natural shower gels and shampoos as well as creams and lotions.
Uses
This product is most commonly used as a thickening and binding agent.
Benefits
• Non-comedogenic
• Cost effective
• Thickener and emulsifying agent
• May have skin conditioning properties
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
It works well with almost all ingredients.
Caution
Xanthan Gum is a cosmetic component that is commonly used as a thickening agent or to bind other chemicals together. It is produced when carbohydrates are fermented by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. In skincare, it produces a wonderful glide and smooth sensation on the face, assists in product application, and prevents the formula from separating.
Because xanthan gum is an emulsifying agent that may generate a smooth and evenly-textured product, it is widely used in various skincare formulas.