murphyGhatti Gum
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Acacias Gum, Gum Ghatti
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from the gum exudate of Anogeissus latifolia trees native to India and Southeast Asia. Extracted through collection of natural gum resin from tree bark, then purified and processed into a refined powder form.
Ghatti Gum is the dried, gummy exudate obtained from the stems and bark of Anogeissus latifolia, Combretaceae
CAS #
9000-28-6
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR