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 22, 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
Unilever
Integral 8 - Complet
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Unilever
Integral 8 actions Complet
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates
Unilever
Integral 8 Protection Gencives
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Unilever
Integral 8 Resist+ Pro Zinc
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Dove
Invigorate Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Dentalux
Junior Dentalux
Lists fragrance, parabens
Colgate
Karie Kontrol
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Colgate
Karies Kontroll
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Crest
kids crest cavity protection sparkle fun
Lists fragrance, sulfates
kids crest protection toothpaste
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Nivea sun
Kids protege & cuida
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, chemical UV filters
NIVEA
kids sensitive protect
Lists drying alcohol, chemical UV filters
Nivea Sun
kids sensitive protect 5 in 1 SPF50+ lotion
Lists drying alcohol, chemical UV filters
Nivea
Kids Sensitive Protect Spray, SPF50
Lists drying alcohol, chemical UV filters
Peach & Lily
Korean Glass Skin Collagen Ginseng Face Mask - Clear
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils
Dontodent
Kräuter Zahncreme
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils
Love Beauty and Planet
LBP Mask Rapid Reset Tea & Veti 1pc 40x
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils
Kenra Professional
Lifting Creme
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Dove
Limited Edition Strawberry + Kiwi Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
E BEAUTY & PLANET
Love Beauty And Planet Coffret Shampooing, Gel douche, Masque en Tissu Beurre de Muru Muru et Rose x1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Love Beauty and Planet
Love Beauty And Planet Gel Douche Rosée Hydratante 400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Love Beauty and Planet
Love Beauty And Planet Masque tissu Eclat Radieux au Beurre de Muru Muru & Rose x1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Love Beauty and Planet
Love Beauty And Planet Masque tissu Infusion Hydratante x1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
love hemp Uncle Bud’s organic hemp oil rose gold face mask
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
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