Xanthan Gum

INCI: Xanthan Gum

specifically designed for the cosmetic industry to be used as a
thickening agent, is a common skincare ingredient, most often used as a thickener or to bind ingredients together. It can be used in liquid soap, shampoo, shower gel, and lotions.

It can be pre-dispersed in glycerin or propylene glycol and then immediately
added to the water phase with mixing. Once the xanthan gum is fully hydrated, the resulting solution can be heated if necessary for the inclusion of other ingredients.

CAS#: 11138-66-2 Typical Use Level: 0.2-1.0%.
Emulsion can be formed with as little as 0.1% (by weight). Increasing the a
mount of gum gives a thicker, more stable emulsion up to 1% xanthan gum