Solagum AX
INCI Name
Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum
Description
Solagum AX is a 100% natural, biodegradable thickening and stabilising polymer made from a synergistic blend of acacia gum and xanthan gum. It forms smooth, elegant, non-stringy gels with a soft and silky skin feel.
Produced using an innovative coating process in which acacia gum envelopes xanthan gum, Solagum AX delivers high performance with excellent sensory properties. It effectively thickens and stabilises emulsions, suspends particles, and improves texture without the tackiness typical of xanthan gum.
It dissolves easily in cold or hot water and is highly stable, even in challenging formulations containing acids, electrolytes, surfactants, pigments, or active ingredients.
Clinical testing has shown visible improvements for the skin after just 30 minutes of application, including reduced red spots and fine lines, softer texture, and improved radiance.
Product Benefits
- Creates clear, non-stringy, non-sticky gels
- Thickens and stabilises a wide range of formulations
- Excellent stability in the presence of salts, acids, surfactants and actives
- Compatible with both cold and hot processes
- Wide pH stability range (approx. 3–12)
- Gives a smooth, soft, silky skin feel
- Natural, sustainable, and biodegradable
- Clinically shown to improve skin softness, brightness and smoothness
Recommended Usage Levels
- Aqueous gels: 0.6–1%
- Creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners: 0.1–3%
How to Use
Add Solagum AX to the aqueous phase of your formulation (cold or warm) while stirring until evenly dispersed. It hydrates quickly and forms a smooth gel without the need for high shear. Once fully hydrated, you can add oils, actives, or other ingredients.
Solagum AX can be used alongside hyaluronic acid, emollients, surfactants and botanical extracts making it suitable for a wide variety of skincare formulations.
