Rhizobian Gum ●
TL;DR. This ingredient is a fermentation-derived thickener, gel former, stabilizer, and film-forming polymer used to build viscosity and improve suspension in water-based formulas.
What does Rhizobian Gum do in a cosmetic formula?
This ingredient is a fermentation-derived thickener, gel former, stabilizer, and film-forming polymer used to build viscosity and improve suspension in water-based formulas.
Is Rhizobian Gum clean?
It is generally well tolerated and has little clean-standard friction because it is a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide with low skin penetration. The main quality watchpoint is normal fermentation control, including residual nutrients, salts, and microbial purity.
Is Rhizobian Gum sustainable?
This material is made by microbial fermentation, typically from sugar-based feedstocks, and is expected to be biodegradable as a natural polysaccharide. Its sustainability profile depends on feedstock sourcing, fermentation energy use, and wastewater management, but it is not associated with persistence concerns typical of synthetic non-biodegradable polymers.
Is Rhizobian Gum COSMOS-approved?
It is generally compatible with COSMOS-natural and COSMOS-organic formulas when made through compliant fermentation processes and non-GMO production requirements. It aligns well with Green Chemistry through aqueous processing, renewable feedstock potential, and biodegradability.
How does Rhizobian Gum work chemically?
The molecule is a high-molecular-weight anionic polysaccharide that hydrates in water to form a viscosity-building network and light film. It is commonly used at low levels, often around 0.1% to 1%, and is typically added with good dispersion to prevent clumping before full hydration.
Last updated 2026-05-13