Gellan Gum for Cosmetics – Premium Natural Gelling & Stabilizing Agent for Personal Care Formulations

Gellan Gum for Cosmetics – Natural Innovation for Modern Personal Care

Qingdao Unionchem Co., Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer of cosmetic-grade gellan gum, offering advanced solutions for formulators seeking natural, safe, and high-performance ingredients. Our gellan gum is produced via fermentation, ensuring purity and consistency for a wide range of personal care and beauty products.

Key Benefits:

• Superior Gelling & Thickening: Forms transparent, elastic, and stable gels at low concentrations—ideal for serums, gels, and jellies.

• Outstanding Suspension: Effectively suspends pigments, exfoliating beads, and active ingredients in creams, lotions, and cleansers.

• Non-Irritating & Hypoallergenic: Gentle on skin and eyes, suitable for sensitive and baby care products.

• Vegan & Clean Label: 100% plant-based, non-GMO, gluten-free, and free from animal-derived ingredients.

• Wide pH & Temperature Stability: Maintains performance under various processing and storage conditions.

Typical Applications:

• Facial and body gels

• Lotions and creams

• Toothpaste and oral care gels

• Shampoos and conditioners

• Makeup and color cosmetics

• Exfoliating scrubs and cleansers

Why Choose Qingdao Unionchem?

• Over 15 years of experience in hydrocolloids for cosmetics and personal care.

• Strict quality control and international certifications (ISO, Halal, Kosher).

• Customizable grades and flexible packaging.

• Fast global delivery and responsive technical support.

Contact Us

Looking for a reliable gellan gum supplier for your cosmetics? Contact us now or send your inquiry directly. Our team will provide expert solutions and competitive pricing for your formulation needs.

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Gel Strength (1% solution, Ca2+)	400–1200 g/cm²
pH (1% solution)	5.0–7.5
Loss on Drying (%)	≤ 15.0
Ash (%)	≤ 15.0
Particle Size (mesh)	80–200
Heavy Metals (Pb)	≤ 2 mg/kg
Total Plate Count	≤ 5000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 300 cfu/g
Salmonella	Negative

Note: Custom specifications and cosmetic grades available upon request.

Q1: Is your gellan gum safe for sensitive skin and eyes?
A1: Yes, our cosmetic-grade gellan gum is non-irritating, hypoallergenic, and suitable for sensitive applications including baby care and eye products.

Q2: Can gellan gum replace carbomer or other synthetic thickeners?
A2: Gellan gum is an excellent natural alternative to synthetic thickeners, offering similar or better gelling and suspension performance with a clean label.

Q3: What is the recommended dosage in cosmetic formulations?
A3: Typical usage levels range from 0.05% to 1.0%, depending on the desired texture and application.

Q4: Is your gellan gum vegan and cruelty-free?
A4: Absolutely. Our gellan gum is 100% plant-based, vegan, non-GMO, and not tested on animals.

Q5: Do you offer technical support and samples?
A5: Yes, we provide free samples and formulation support to help you achieve the best results.

Case 1: Hydrating Facial Gel in Europe

A skincare brand uses our gellan gum to create a clear, hydrating gel with suspended hyaluronic acid beads, delivering a unique texture and stable formulation.

Case 2: Toothpaste in North America

A leading oral care company formulates with our gellan gum to enhance texture, improve stability, and suspend active ingredients uniformly.

Case 3: Color Cosmetic Gel in Asia

A makeup manufacturer employs our gellan gum to suspend pigments and glitter in gel-based eyeshadows, ensuring even distribution and long-lasting wear.