Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum  is derived from the gum of the Caesalpinia spinosa tree, commonly known as Tara. This hydrolyzed gum is highly valued in the cosmetic and personal care industry for its rich content of polysaccharides and bioactive compounds, making it a beneficial ingredient in various skincare and haircare products.

Chemical Composition and Structure

Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum contains a variety of bioactive compounds, including hydrolyzed polysaccharides, galactomannans, and oligosaccharides. These smaller, more easily absorbed molecules contribute to its beneficial effects on the skin and hair, such as providing hydration, forming protective barriers, and enhancing the texture of formulations. The specific composition includes:

• Hydrolyzed Polysaccharides: Known for their moisturizing and film-forming properties.
• Galactomannans: Offer additional moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.
• Oligosaccharides: Provide hydration and improve skin barrier function.

Physical Properties

Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum typically appears as a clear to slightly yellowish liquid with a mild, characteristic odor. It is water-soluble, making it easy to incorporate into various water-based formulations.

Cosmetic and Personal Care Applications

Moisturizing: Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum has strong moisturizing properties, helping to maintain skin hydration and prevent dryness.

Film-Forming: The hydrolyzed gum forms a protective film on the skin and hair, helping to lock in moisture and protect against environmental stressors.

Texture Enhancement: It improves the texture and spreadability of formulations, giving products a smooth, luxurious feel.

Skin Conditioning: The oligosaccharides and galactomannans in the hydrolyzed gum provide skin-conditioning benefits, improving the overall appearance and feel of the skin.

Hair Care: In haircare products, Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum helps to condition and protect the hair, improving its texture, manageability, and shine.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic and personal care products. It is non-irritating and suitable for all skin types. As a naturally derived ingredient, it poses minimal risk to the environment when sourced and disposed of responsibly. Utilizing Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum supports sustainable practices by promoting the use of plant-based ingredients.

Cosmetics - INCI Functions

Absorbent. Absorbs substances dispersed or dissolved in aqueous solutions, water/oil, oil/water.

Hair conditioning agent. A large number of ingredients with specific purposes can co-exist in a hair shampoo: cleansers, conditioners, thickeners, mattifying agents, sequestering agents, fragrances, preservatives, special additives. However, the indispensable ingredients are the cleansers and conditioners as they are necessary and sufficient for hair cleansing and manageability. The others act as commercial and non-essential auxiliaries such as: appearance, fragrance, colouring, etc. Hair conditioning agents have the task of increasing shine, manageability and volume, and reducing static electricity, especially after treatments such as colouring, ironing, waving, drying and brushing. They are, in practice, dispersing agents that may contain cationic surfactants, thickeners, emollients, polymers. The typology of hair conditioners includes: intensive conditioners, instant conditioners, thickening conditioners, drying conditioners.

Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.

CAS   39300-88-4

EC number   254-409-6