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Cellulose gum: natural plastic alternative in cosmetic products

Posted by Lara Schimweg on
Cellulose Gum

INCI: Cellulose Gum

Effect / Function: Thickening agent, moisturizing

Compatibility: very good

Cellulose gum is a cellulose derivative , a large molecule found in the cell walls of green plants. It provides moisture and is used in cosmetics as a thickening agent /texturizer. It is a natural and sustainable alternative to plastic thickeners.

Products containing cellulose gum

Other texture generators

Algin: Moisturizer and texturizer
Xanthan gum: moisturizing texturizer
Lara Schimweg

About the author

Lara Schimweg is the founder of Xeno and develops the skincare products. She studied sports science and health research and is a trained registered nurse. Lara made her first cream 20 years ago and is passionate about skincare and ingredients . Lara has rosacea and very sensitive skin.

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