murphyDehydroxanthan Gum
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Modified Xanthan Gum, Xanthan Gum Derivative
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from xanthan gum, which is produced through bacterial fermentation of glucose or sucrose by *Xanthomonas campestris*. Created by thermal or chemical dehydration of xanthan gum to reduce its molecular weight.
Dehydroxanthan Gum is the product obtained by the dehydration of Xanthan Gum
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Fixing
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 611)
Not a Sensitizer (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 611)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.1–1%
Rinse-off0.4–0.8%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2011 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR