Ingredient
Cellulose Gum
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium
CMC
What it is
A plant-derived cellulose polymer used as a thickener and stabilizer in gels, creams, and toners.
How it works
It dissolves in water to form a viscous gel that thickens the formula and helps keep the oil and water phases from separating.
What it does
Emulsion stabiliser
Viscosity controlling
Film forming
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.