Xanthan Gum

Functional, Actives & Additives

Xanthomonas campestris fermentation product

Xanthan gum is a natural polysaccharide produced through the fermentation of simple sugars by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris, the same organism responsible for black rot in certain vegetables. The resulting fermentation product is dried and milled into a fine powder that, when dispersed in water, produces a remarkably effective thickening and stabilizing agent used across food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications worldwide.

In our haircare and skincare formulas xanthan gum serves as a natural thickener and stabilizer, helping liquid formulas achieve the viscosity needed for good application and preventing separation of ingredients over time.

How It Works

Xanthan gum is a pseudoplastic thickener,meaning it becomes thinner under shear stress (when you pump or pour a product) and returns to its full viscosity at rest. This behavior makes it ideal for rinse-off and leave-in haircare formulas where the product needs to flow easily during application but maintain its consistency in the bottle. It is effective at very low concentrations, compatible with a wide range of pH values and ingredients, and provides a smooth, non-sticky texture in finished formulas.

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