Biosaccharide Gum-2

Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 52 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameBIOSACCHARIDE GUM-2
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number283602-75-5 /758716-52-8
Prevalence52 products (0.06% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Serums 34.6%General Moisturizers 17.3%Makeup Removers 7.7%Facial Treatments 5.8%Sunscreens 5.8%Toners 5.8%

Frequently asked

What does Biosaccharide Gum-2 do in skincare?
Biosaccharide Gum-2 functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Biosaccharide Gum-2 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Biosaccharide Gum-2?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (34.6% of its uses).

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