Natural gums, gelling agents and thickeners in cosmetic formulas

Ever wondered how the different natural gums, gelling agents and thickeners compare in cosmetics? Wondered how xanthan gum compares to sclerotium gum, guar gum and tara gum in skin care formulas? Did you know that different grades of xanthan gum give different visual and viscosity effects in cosmetic formulas? In this video, Belinda investigates various natural gums, gelling agents and thickeners in cosmetic formulas and shows you the results and how they impact the appearance and viscosity of cosmetic formulations. In this video, Belinda tests out 9 natural gums for cosmetic formulas with full results. Watch now!
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[@TaraLeee]

thanks so much for sharing this. Very informative. :)

[@christianiboko1782]

Tara, I love your videos from Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@granufmaxi1813]

Tara love from india especially from tamil nadu . You can also explain about natural gums please

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[@اميوسفحبيبي]

I love you sooo much tara

[@tantimoniqueskincare]

I love you loads TaraLee for all you do, I have also learnt a lot from your videos❤️

[@ItsJaLeeda]

Thank you for this video Belinda! You’re really one of a kind and the educational information you provide is one of a kind!

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[@redroselily]

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YESSSSS , this is the video i always waiting for 🥰🥰😘😘

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Thank you - happy formulating!

[@YUNASENCE]

Thank you for a great video. Quick question. What was the blend of gums in the very last bottle? The consistency is great but you didn't say what it was.

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

Its Sucraclear HC-31 - its the last entry in the table I show at the end of the video. Happy formulating!

[@jabbymehvash8113]

Thanks Belinda for all your efforts, that's wonderful and,,, NOW I can say, I have mastered gum selections.. Thanks

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Great to hear.

[@LuxOriaBeauty]

Thank you so much for this information. very detailed

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Glad it was helpful!

[@vailekelly971]

I couldn't understand whether the two last ones were both Siligel. Is the last one, the clear one Siligel as well? Thanks. Very informative videos as always! I love watching them.

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Hi Vaile, the clear one is Sucraclear HC-31; please email us for the full table showing all details from this video: [e-mail]

[@Bambotb]

You should have put buying links, thanks for the video...which one is as good as amigel? What about sude effects? Thanks

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[@tantimoniqueskincare]

Thank you loads for this ❤️❤️❤️

[@SnapRockstar3030]

I would love to see the same comparison in the same gums done into glycerin side-by-side the water so that I could see the different viscosity achieved when using these gums in either water or glycerin why I would choose water versus glycerin in my

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Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll see if I can add this to my list!

[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

Thank you so much. This helps.

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[@ritamgbe6986]

Hi Belinda! Your videos are always awesome. Please do u know which vendor in the US sells Sucraclear HC-31? I can't seem to find it.

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Try this page which lists hundreds of small suppliers all over the world: createcosmeticformulas.com/IngredientSuppliers/Suppliers-897/ Please also join our Facebook Group, Cosmetic Raw Materials for Small Brands: facebook.com/groups/1734896293290235// and post your request there, it is a group specifically to help small brands like yourself source materials like this in smaller quantities. Happy formulating!

[@sivaprakash-xk2ql]

Hi plz explain about Guar gum property and suitability application..

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Thanks for watching! You might enjoy this workshop: Can I use a different gum: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/GumsandPolymerworkshop-4187/

[@makermerchant2949]

Hello! This video is so immensely helpful! I am just wondering what percentage of glycerin was used in the samples. Thank you!

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[@abbecristo3697]

Any info on pilling after application? Thanks

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pilling is caused from either too much product or incompatibilities with different products being using on top of each other.

[@DianeEdinger-oy9ej]

You might want to give the name of the last gum blend !!

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[@YaaBerry]

Hi thank you for a great video. What is the INCI name of the premium grade xanthan gum please?

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Cosphaderm X Soft or Keltrol CG-SFT. Please google the supplier name to find your regional contact, or join your local Society of Cosmetic Chemists to build your network. You might also find suppliers through our Cosmetic Raw Materials for Small Brands facebook group: facebook.com/groups/1734896293290235/ or try this page for small suppliers in various countries: createcosmeticformulas.com/IngredientSuppliers/Suppliers-897/

[@YaaBerry]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 Amazing thank you!

[@sanja1583]

Thank you for a great video and all your efforts. Just want to say, the table says that the cheaper Xanthan is 200 mesh. But 200 mesh is finer than standard Xanthan 80 mesh, how can it be cheaper?

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I'm not a supplier, please ask a supplier that provides both for that answer :)

[@divinelyblessedkb]

Please share what are great thickeners for oil based only products?

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[@اميوسفحبيبي]

Thank you so much

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[@Sara-xi2ug]

A more interesting video would be showing what gels feel like on the skin when they are formulated at the same viscosity.

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It is very difficult to 'show' someone how a product 'feels'. Please get samples of materials and try for yourself, as sensory can be a very individual experience. Happy formulating!

[@mirhawalimohamed425]

Can you use any of this gums for lip gloss base If I don't want to use versagel

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No you can’t, because the natural gums are compatible with the water phase while lipgloss is oil based. You would benefit from the oils, butters and waxes workshop, which will give you thickening alternatives: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/Oilsbuttersandwaxesworkshop-5209/

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[@Lewy1811]

I'm preparing DIY washing liquid using liquid potassium soap and baking soda and trying to thicken it with guar gum. Gum is nicely dispresed in the concoction since I prepare a paste with glycerin before mixing it with water. Unfortunately the mixture keeps separating. It takes about one to two days and sediment appears on the bottom and clear liquid above it... Do you have any idea why does it happen?

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[@louisemalcolmson2367]

would have been nice to have actually seen the labels on the samples.

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[@ms.evegene]

Is the CGT healthy and natural? I like it so clear

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[@celialypoye4333]

Hi thanks for sharing. When I add xanthan gum to my flaxseed gel and apply it to my hair, I have some residue and noticed that the residue is from the xanthan gum. How can I do to avoid these residues? Please😊

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[@jayeshmehta7787]

Waiting for your guidance to check which gum/glue/adhesive is skin safe& cosmetics grade

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You might find this workshop useful: Can I use a different gum: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/GumsandPolymerworkshop-4187/ :)

[@LizzetPons]

Hi Belinda, your videos alway help me in my personal use creations,but this time i have a question , if i want to make a clear gel base for glitter eyeshadows(like the lemonhead ones used in euphoria) what thickener you recommend me to use ?

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You will find this workshop useful: Can I use a different gum: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/GumsandPolymerworkshop-4187/

[@saeedulfat4001]

Very good information.mr we tried xanthan gum with TEA but not give the viscosity like carbopol 934 .what We use in xanthan gum for viscosity instead of TEA ?

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[@jodyatkins4260]

Belinda What’s your view on cellulose gum as a viscosity modifier, positive and negative?

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Are you talking about cellulose derivatives like hydroxyethylcellulose; or microcrystalline cellulose? HEC (and other cellulose derivatives) disperse easily, can give a clear gel and some suspension, but aren't natural. MCC works but there are others that I prefer to use (but is natural). Depends how easily you can source it and price - try some out and see how you like it compared to the ones I show on this video! Happy formulating :)

[@funmilayoaina2658]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 hydroxyethylcellulose

[@ايناس-خ3ز]

Can I use gelatin

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

No, it is a food grade product. There are loads of cosmetic grade materials that are better suited to cosmetics. Watch our Can I use a different gum workshop: personalcarescience.com.au/Workshops/GumsandPolymerworkshop-4187/ or learn how to formulate professionally with our Certificate in Advanced Cosmetic Science: personalcarescience.com.au/CosmeticScience/CertificateinAdvancedCosmeticScience-478/ and Diploma of Personal Care Formulation: personalcarescience.com.au/CosmeticScience/DiplomaofPersonalCareFormulation-479/

[@favourreubens6120]

When i used some of these natural gums, I’ve notice a gum residue on my finger that peel after I apply it to my hair. What is causing this?

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[@reginareider1]

And what is the name of the gelmaker of the last bottle you showed? You didnt mentioned it.

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[@AmeliaRynkowska]

What % of Tara Gum did you use in this formulation? thanks

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[@moayadsalih3563]

Hi, how do I measure the amount of gum I use in a formulation considering that I need to dissolve it with glycerin and then hydrate it with water? Thanks

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[@SuperEssEmm]

guys I'm looking to make alcohol based skin paint what gum would you recommend? the only information I've found is it might use "benzoin gum" anyone have any information? I would like the paint to dry in block

[@studiozenmind]

What is the last formula?

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[@fabiennevdk7045]

The last formula is Sucraclear HC-31

[@fengshuifiancee3451]

I’m making a gel mask with hydroxyethyl cellulose & xanthan gum so I can have a nice gel texture and thickness, my concern is should I formulate both of them together at the same time in my formula or one in the beginning of the formula one towards the end ? And what is the best way of formulating them if I were to do cellulose first and the xanthan gum towards the end ?

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[@deeptiyadav9075]

How to preserve these gels with natural preservatives?

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[@Skylightatdusk]

Does the xanthan create a tacky sensation?

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Not this high quality xanthan. You might also enjoy this video, on stabilising and skin feel of the natural gums: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5TIZ2apbrp6rc0

[@inked8845]

You mentioned that the Mesh size of 200 for Xanthan Gum is not ideal, is the higher quality grade a mesh size of 80? I can only find a supplier with the 200 or 80 mesh size. Thank you!

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Try this page which lists hundreds of small suppliers all over the world: createcosmeticformulas.com/IngredientSuppliers/Suppliers-897/ Please also join our Facebook Group, Cosmetic Raw Materials for Small Brands: facebook.com/groups/1734896293290235// and post your request there, it is a group specifically to help small brands like yourself source materials like this in smaller quantities. Happy formulating!

[@nisey7653]

Can you list the name of each?

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[@nisey7653]

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[@ishaanbansal3485]

what the name of the ingrediemt used in the last one u showed rigjt after siligel u did not mention the name i think

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[@loombandz6722]

Is guar gum gel sticky on skin like xanthan?

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[@jayeshmehta7787]

Please inform which gum /glue/adhesives I have to use as cosmetics grade transperent and fast drying ,(skin safe)

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[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

Would aristoflex be great for gel oils

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No, it won’t gel oils. It gels water continuous phases. You can learn this in full detail by studying with us - all online - learn anywhere in the world! Please contact us for course information and which course is going to best suit you: [e-mail] You can also get your formulation questions answered LIVE with Belinda, join our Patreon channel here: www.patreon.com/personalcarescience

[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 thank you much. Just sae your reply and appreciate it allot. Thank you

[@JaiPickOfficial]

Could someone breakdown all the names of these liquid ingredients? I don’t get what she said.

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[@greenjupiter]

Plz I have a question. Can carbopol be used without T.E.A?

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[@chrisr9764]

Is viscosity the sole reason the gums can stabilize the formulas?

[@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401]

No - I just used a lot of gums in this video to show the different strength of gelling. You would normally adjust the gum input to suit your formulating needs. Some gums, even if they create a lot of viscosity, aren't the best at stabilising particles... hmmm I may need to do a separate video on that! Gums help stabilise your formulas but emulsifiers have far greater stabilising ability for emulsions.

[@jessy2363]

can xanthan gum not go in formulations very far below 7? I thought it was used in the formulating with acids video with glycolic acid.

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[@Skylightatdusk]

If I combined oil with polysorbate and then wanted to prevent glycerin from creating a thick layer, can xanthan gum work?

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[@makaylaadzra4197]

i have a question, can we use xanthan gum to fix viscosity of emollients? so we mix them straight into the emollients? please answer, thank you

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Xanthan gum is not suitable to gel oils. Please look at our videos on gelling oils. We also have a gum workshop coming soon….

[@makaylaadzra4197]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 oh okay, but how about if i dissolve the xanthan gum first, then i mix it with my lip gloss base, is it still effective to thicken it up?

[@fleurerebeille6109]

@@makaylaadzra4197 No, it won't work! It is going to be simply suspended in the gloss, meaning you'll have the product with particles (maybe clumps) in it. Xanthan gum is hydrophilic, meaning loves only water. It absorbs water and gets hydra(water)ted. Hope it was helpful.

[@kimdutton1129]

What website I can purchase the Sucragel CF ?

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[@sharvari87]

What was the name of last gum you showed?

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[@ralfiasz]

Could you write their names down in the comment, please? I have a hard time identifying some of them, despite you having one of the most lovely accents I have heard in a long time. I very much enjoy your work AND the topping of it with that accent! Thank you in advance!

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[@mohantextiles5518]

Hello mam. How to disperse guar gum for making natural hair shampoo on larger scale production. I am using a commercial stick blender . But bubbles are formed and not getting out of shampoo. I find difficulty while bottling. How to disperse gum after adding surfactants to water phase . Kindly help

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Hi Mohan, Thanks for watching and reaching out. Be sure you subscribe to never miss the latest videos. To answer your question: Disperse your gum in glycerin and add with minimum mixing necessary, then allow the product to settle over a few days. Limit the introduction of air while mixing by keeping your mixers well below the surface of the product to reduce introducing a vortex (sucking air in). It will still suck some air in but try to limit this - and then allow a couple of days while covered for all air to come out of the batch. If you'd like this FREE formula (+ ALL the others featured in our videos) or information on any of our courses & workshops, please email us at [e-mail] Happy Formulating!

[@mohantextiles5518]

@@theinstituteofpersonalcare6401 thanks a lot mam for your response. The gum slurry should be added after, adding surfactants to the water phase ??. I am not supposed to add the gum slurry before surfactants to the water ...right ? Mam

[@bringthemesstv]

She never said what the last one name.

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