Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum

AKA: Rhizobian Gum Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum Extract
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
OriginDerived from Rhizobium bacteria fermentation or plant gum polysaccharides through synthetic modification. Produced by enzymatic hydrolysis to break down polymer chains into smaller molecular weight compounds.
Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum is the hydrolysate of Rhizobian Gum derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Creates protective layer
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.
EWG
1
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-on0.4–3%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2016
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR