What is "TAMARINDUS INDICA SEED GUM" and what does it do?

Role: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

Family: Natural or hemisynthesized polymer Tamarind

Comedogenic index: 0

Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from the carob seeds of the tamarind tree. This natural ingredient has thickening and gelling properties that help create smooth, visually pleasing textures in cosmetic products.

Skin hydration
One of the main properties of Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum is its moisturizing power, helping to maintain skin hydration.

Emulsifying agent
It functions as an emulsifier, enabling ingredients that would otherwise not mix easily to be blended together, which is essential for many cosmetics formulations.

Texture enhancement
As a texture enhancer, it adds consistency and softness to cosmetic products, improving the application experience.

Emulsion Stabilizer
It can also be used as an emulsion stabilizer, helping to maintain cohesion between the aqueous and oily phases of products.

Skin Conditioning Agent
In addition to its thickening properties, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum can act as a conditioning agent for the skin, leaving it soft and supple.

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