INCI name

CERATONIA SILIQUA GUM

Locust bean gum (carob gum)

Binding Skin conditioning – emollient Emulsion stabilising Film forming Fragrance Viscosity controllingreviewed

A plant gum obtained from carob seeds.

What it is

Ceratonia siliqua gum is obtained from the ground seeds of the ripe fruit of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), also known as locust bean. CosIng lists it as a binding agent, emollient, emulsion stabiliser, film former, fragrance ingredient and viscosity-controlling agent.

Where it is used

Used in gels, creams, masks, toothpastes and hair styling products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Its role in a given formula (thickener, stabiliser or film former) is not shown on the label.

Functions

Binding: Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
Skin conditioning – emollient: Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Emulsion stabilising: Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.
Film forming: Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.
Fragrance: Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Viscosity controlling: Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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