INCI Name: Xanthan Gum

Common Name: Clear Xanthan Gum

It is a polysaccharide that makes an excellent thickening agent.

Benefits

Product Benefits

Produces crystal-clear gels with excellent viscosity
Enhances the stability of lotions, serums, and creams
Ideal for water-based formulations
Suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin
Helps improve the appearance of skin texture

Naturally derived and biodegradable
Non-GMO and gluten-free
Easy to incorporate into hot or cold process recipes
Derived from natural origin, ensuring purity and quality
Freezable, making it suitable for a variety of storage conditions
Thickens water and water based materials.

Product Description

Clear Xanthan Gum is a multifunctional, cosmetic-grade thickener produced through the fermentation of carbohydrates, specifically cornstarch, that forms transparent gels and improves the stability of emulsions. Ideal for both professional and DIY skincare formulators, it helps achieve smooth, stable textures across a wide range of products.

Naturally derived through fermentation of soy or corn sugars using Xanthomonas campestris, the product is then dried and tested to ensure quality.

This clear form of Xanthan Gum is refined to offer exceptional clarity and smooth viscosity; as a polysaccharide, it is effective in stabilising various formulations, making it ideal for transparent formulations such as serums and gels along with stabalising creams and lotions.

Clear Xanthan Gum is suitable for all skin types and is especially valued in formulations for sensitive, eczema-prone, or psoriasis-prone skin. It contributes to moisturising and nourishing dry skin while helping reduce the appearance of redness.

This ingredient is non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and does not disrupt the overall colour or fragrance of your products.

How to use it

How to Use

Use 0.2-1%.
We suggest using no more than 1% on facial products as the xanthan gum does not penetrate the skin, although more may be used to make hair gels or body wraps that will be wiped off after use.
As it has a high mesh grade (14 mesh, which is a larger particle size), it can be sprinkled onto water and then beaten briefly with a whisk.
Take care not to lift the whisk and introduce air into the gel, as this will cause bubbles to form.
You are beating it to disperse it evenly, not to make it thicken.
It thickens by hydrating with water over time.

It will thicken quicker with hot water, but is more prone to clumping as the heat makes it expand faster.
Once cooled, the overall thickness is no different from when room temperature water has been used. Best not to use very cold water.
You can also use it by dissolving the Xanthan gum in a little glycerine first; this reduces the need for whisking and produces an even clearer gel as there will be few (if any) remaining air bubbles.
It is not oil-soluble and will not thicken oils.
Oil materials can be added to the gel made with Xanthan gum, but it will only hold about 5% oil before the gel starts to split.

INCI / Ingredients

INCI Name: Xanthan Gum

Origin: Typically USA

Appearance: Fine white to off-white powder

Solubility: Water-soluble

Storage & Shelf life

Storage & Shelf Life

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Reseal the container tightly after use.

Shelf Life: See the expiration date on the packaging.

Why buy from Aromantic

Why Buy from Aromantic?

We supply professional-grade, high-purity cosmetic ingredients of natural origin and rigorously tested for quality, suitable for a wide range of formulations. At Aromantic, we ensure quality and reliability in every order. Our products are available for global shipping, allowing you to formulate confidently, wherever you are. We provide trusted ingredients for effective formulations.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can Clear Xanthan Gum be used in surfactant-based products?

A: Yes, it’s compatible with many surfactants and is excellent for thickening shower gels and shampoos.

Q: Is it safe for sensitive skin?

A: Yes, it is suitable for sensitive, eczema-prone, and psoriasis-prone skin when used within recommended concentrations.

Q: Does it affect the scent or colour of my product?

A: No, it is virtually odourless and will not impact fragrance or colour.

Recipes & Blends

Click on the link below to be directed to a great recipe featuring clear Xanthan Gum.

Aloe Vera Gel

Technical Documents

Here is a link to all non-batch-specific documents for this product: Link to Technical Documents

If you have any questions about the documents or need the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for a product that you have received, please request it here.

Pairs well with

Related Products / Pair With

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