Film Former
ACACIA FARNESIANA GUM
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sweet acacia gum used as a natural film former. CIR found data insufficient to support its safety, separately from Acacia senegal gum which was cleared. Default-down Yellow.
Skin benefits
- Natural film former and viscosity builder
- Skin smoothing and conditioning
- Plant-derived polysaccharide
Known concerns
- CIR found data insufficient to support safety for Acacia farnesiana (unlike A. senegal)
- Composition not fully characterized
- Possible plant allergen carry-over
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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