Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum is a surfactant and emulsifying ingredient. It’s in 1,750 products on Poliage, most often moisturizer, serum and cleanser. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A thickener made by fermenting sugar. Gives gels and lotions body and keeps ingredients suspended.
What it does
Contains Xanthan Gum: binding
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: emulsion-stabilising
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: gel-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Xanthan Gum: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 80699, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as gummi xanthanum.
Products that contain Xanthan Gum
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Dahlia Rouge
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Fragrance Originale
Body lotion · Lists fragrance
Sachajuan
BODY LOTION GINGER FLOWER
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Oud Minéral
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Sachajuan
BODY LOTION SHINY CITRUS
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Soleil de Tanger
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Moroccanoil
Body Lotion Spa Du Maroc
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Native
Body Sunscreen
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Garnier
Body superfood
Lists exfoliating acid
L’Oréal
Body Tonic Lait hydratant fermeté
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
softsoap
body wash
Lists fragrance, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Old Spice Moisture With Shea Butter
Body Wash
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Inika Organic
Bold Lash Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Drunk Elephant
Bora Barrier Rich Repair Refillable Moisturizer with 6-Butterlipid Complex
Moisturizer · Lists coconut derivatives
Haruharu Wonder
Botanical 2GF Wonderful Ampoule
Serum · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Clinique
Bottom Lash Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, silicones
Laneige
Bouncy & Firm Eye Sleeping Mask
Mask · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Laneige
Bouncy & Firm Serum
Serum · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Laneige
Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask
Mask · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Essential Oxygen
BR brush Organic Toothpaste
Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
Tula
Breakout Star
Moisturizer · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Listerine
Breath strips
Lists fragrance
Thrive Causemetics
Bright Balance 2-in-1 Instant Exfoliator
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Thrive Causemetics
Bright Balance Hydrating Gel Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
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