A combination of Acacia Senegal (gum arabic) and xanthan gum used as a natural thickening, gelling, and stabilizing agent in skincare formulations. It improves texture and helps suspend ingredients in emulsions without providing a direct therapeutic active effect.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Skin irritation or mild stinging | Rare | Generally well tolerated; minor irritation can occur in sensitive individuals. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Isolated reports, more likely with plant-gum sensitivities. |
Sticky or tacky skin feel | Uncommon | Cosmetic texture issue rather than a medical side effect, dose-dependent. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.