Cellulose Gum

Cellulose gum (sodium carboxymethylcellulose)

Also searched asSodium CarboxymethylcelluloseCarboxymethylcellulose Sodium

What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?

The sodium salt of carboxymethyl cellulose ether. Its INCI functions are viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilizing, film forming and binding.

In water-based deodorants it helps maintain consistency and even spreading. It has no effect on sweat production.

Regulatory and scientific context

The CIR found Cellulose Gum safe in the present practices of use (amended assessment, 2009).

What sensitive skin should consider

It is used as a thickener; an individual reaction to the finished product is possible.

Do not confuse with

“Gum” here does not mean a natural exudate like gum arabic: this is chemically modified cellulose.

Links are based on the complete published INCI list for the exact product version.

ProductFormatRole in the formulaFull analysis

Rexona Extra Protection Sexy Bouquet 150 mlaerosolthickener and structuring agentOpen

Degree Clinical Protection 5 in 1 stick 48 gstickthickener and structuring agentOpen

Degree Men Clinical Protection Sport Strength stick 48 gstickthickener and structuring agentOpen

L'Occitane Lavande Poivre Noir roll-on deodorant 50 mlroll-onthickener and structuring agentOpen

The conclusions apply to the stated conditions and jurisdictions, not automatically to every concentration or product.