Name: ACX Gum
SKU: D-1708
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Description

ACX Gum – Stabilization, Texturizing, Elegant Gels

ACX Gum is a natural rheology modifier composed of Acacia gum and Xanthan gum, which successfully resolves the main drawbacks of classic xanthan gum, offering aqueous solutions an elegant and non-sticky texture. It is suitable for stabilizing emulsions, suspending particles, and creating serums and gels, exhibiting good resistance in electrolyte-rich or acidic pH environments.

The combination of Acacia and Xanthan creates a complex three-dimensional polymeric network. Acacia gum acts as a protective colloid that reduces interfacial tension, while Xanthan gum increases resting viscosity, providing superior resistance to oil phase separation in Oil in Water (O/W) emulsions. It is obtained through an innovative and sustainable manufacturing process.

Ingredients (INCI): Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum.

Technical Characteristics

Appearance: Fine powder, cream-white color, neutral odor.
Solubility: Disperses in water in both hot and cold processes.
Cosmetic function: Gelling agent, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity agent, texturizer, barrier protector.
Indicative dosage: 0.1% - 3%

Main Properties

Emulsion stabilizer: Secures the structure of creams and emulsified serums, preventing phase separation.
Sensory texturizer: Gives gels an elegant fluid consistency, smooth slip on the skin, and a silky finish. Produces non-stringy and non-sticky gels.
Suspending capacity: Keeps insoluble particles in formulas homogeneously suspended and distributed, such as mineral pigments or active micro-crystals.
Non-occlusive film-former: Forms a discreet protective layer on the epidermal surface, helping retain water and protecting the skin barrier from environmental factors.

Applications

Hydrating aqueous serums, lotions, and facial gels for all skin types.
Fluid emulsions and day/night creams, as a co-stabilizing and texture-improving agent.
Facial cleansing gels and shampoos, helping stabilize foam and increase viscosity.
Formulations with high percentages of exfoliating acids due to resistance to lower, more acidic pH levels.

Formulation Guide

ACX Gum is a versatile and easy-to-process ingredient.

Typically used at a dosage of 0.1-0.5% for serums, emulsions, creams; at a dosage of 1.0-2.5% for shampoo, shower gel, hair gels.
Compatible with most commonly used cosmetic ingredients; compatible with non-ionic, anionic, and amphoteric surfactants; incompatible with cationic surfactants.
Direct sprinkling technique: Sprinkle over water / another preparation under vigorous stirring. Complete hydration and maximum viscosity development are achieved in approximately 15-20 minutes.
Pre-dispersion technique: To avoid rapid clumping upon direct contact with water and to shorten gelling time, it can be pre-dispersed in a glycol such as Glycerin or Propanediol (ratio of 1 part gum to 2-3 parts humectant). The resulting mixture is then poured under stirring into the aqueous phase, hot or cold.
pH Range: Stable and active in a broad pH spectrum, between 3.0 and 12.0.

Safety in Use and Storage

Profile: Plant-derived product, biodegradable, and eco-friendly. Non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and non-comedogenic, suitable for all skin types.
Precautions: For external cosmetic use only.
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool place, protected from ambient moisture.