Thickener
Sclerotium Gum
A fermentation-derived gum used as a natural thickener, valued in "clean beauty" formulas for a gel-like, skin-friendly texture.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Sclerotium Gum is a polysaccharide produced through fungal fermentation, used as a natural thickener favored in "clean" and naturally derived cosmetic formulations.
Used in gels and serums to build a smooth, stable texture, often in formulas marketed as naturally sourced.
Key Benefits
Effective natural thickening
Helps formulas achieve a smooth, gel-like consistency from a naturally derived source.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sclerotium Gum do for skin?
Used in gels and serums to build a smooth, stable texture, often in formulas marketed as naturally sourced.
Who should use Sclerotium Gum?
Sclerotium Gum is suitable for: all skin types — a formulation aid, not a direct active.
Are there any warnings about Sclerotium Gum?
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
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