Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation, used in skincare as a thickening, gelling, and emulsion-stabilizing agent. It improves texture and suspends particles in formulations rather than providing a direct skin treatment effect.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Skin irritation | Rare | Mild irritation possible, typically in sensitive individuals or at high concentrations. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Very rare | Isolated cases of sensitization reported; generally considered low-allergenicity. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.