Cellulose Gum
Cellulose Gum is a viscosity controlling and film forming ingredient. It’s in 466 products on Poliage, most often sunscreen, mask and cleanser. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Sodium carboxymethylcellulose, from plant cellulose. Thickens and stabilizes formulas.
What it does
Contains Cellulose Gum: binding
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cellulose Gum: emulsion-stabilising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cellulose Gum: film-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cellulose Gum: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32485, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as carmellose.
Products that contain Cellulose Gum
Tatcha
Violet-C Radiance Mask
Mask · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, carmine (from insects)
TIRTIR
Vitachiol Aging Gel Mask
Mask · Lists retinoid
Derma E
Vitamin C Concentrated Serum
Serum · Lists fragrance
Unilever
White Now Dentifrice Infinite Shine
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Unilever
White Now Dentifrice Super Pure 2x75ml
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Unilever
White Now Gold
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Colgate
Winterfresh Cavity Protection Flouride Toothpaste
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Dr. Squatch
Wood Barrel Bourbon Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Zahnpasta 7 Actions Komplettschutz und sanftes Weiß, Kokos & Minze
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Zero pellicule - shampooing zinc & eau de glacier
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
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