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Susan Schwartz

Other names it goes by Corn sugar gum, xanthan, polysaccharide B 1459.
What's it used in? Moisturisers, products with a gel texture, toothpaste.
What does it do? Xanthan gum acts as a stabiliser and a skin hydrator.
Any controversy? It's  considered low-hazard, mainly because there have been no major studies on it.  The FDA  is seeking new toxicology information.



What's in it? Xanthan gum