Xanthan Gum Powder 50gm.
What is XANTHAN GUM used for?
It is used as an effective thickening agent, emulsifier, and stabilizer that prevents ingredients from separating. In cosmetics, Xanthan gum is used to prepare water gels. It is also used in oil-in-water emulsions to enhance droplet coalescence. It also helps to bind the formulations like toothpaste and keep the product uniform. It is used in a concentration of 0.1-2%.
Skin care: It stabilizes the oil phase of creams and lotions and delivers the active ingredients to the skin in a uniform manner. With its high viscosity at rest, Xanthan gum effectively suspends insoluble ingredients in cosmetics. Due to its shear thinning flow behavior, highly pigmented products like liquid makeup can be spread easily and uniformly.
Hair care: It provides effective stabilization and suspension to hair care products and enhances the lathering quality of shampoos.
What does XANTHAN GUM do in a formulation?
-Binding
-Emulsifying
-Emulsion stabilizing
-Gel forming
-Viscosity controlling
Safety Profile of XANTHAN GUM
There is no widespread or consistent evidence of any adverse health effects associated with Xanthan gum. It is non-toxic and non-irritating.
XANTHAN GUM Alternatives
GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM.
XANTHAN GUM Technical profile
Property Values
-pH6.0-8.0
-Solubility: Soluble in water
