thickener
Xanthan Gum
Generally safe·Strong evidence
Xanthan gum is a microbial-fermentation-derived polysaccharide used to thicken and stabilize textures, similarly common in food. Cosmetic panel review of this and related microbial gums found them safe as used, with no meaningful irritation signal at typical concentrations.
Products with Xanthan Gum
- 100CeraVeBaby Wash & Shampoo
- 100CeraVeBaby Moisturizing Lotion
- 96ByomaMoisturizing Gel Cream
- 88Johnson'sBaby Lotion (Original)
- 86Burt's Bees BabyShampoo & Wash, Original
- 84Sun BumOriginal SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
- 82Alba BotanicaHawaiian Coconut Sunscreen SPF 50
- 79Hawaiian TropicSilk Hydration Weightless Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- 78Banana BoatLight As Air Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
- 78WeledaCalendula Shampoo & Body Wash
- 77OlayOlay Ultra Moisture Body Wash with Shea Butter
- 74NeutrogenaBeach Defense Water + Sun Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 70
References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.