Biosaccharide Gum-3 is a fermentation-derived polysaccharide cosmetic ingredient used primarily for skin conditioning. It is produced from sorbitol through a biotechnology-based fermentation process and belongs to the group of microbial polysaccharide gums used in cosmetic formulations. Its polymer structure is based on fucose, galactose and galacturonic acid units. Biosaccharide Gum-3 is characterised by a lower degree of polymerisation and molecular weight compared with Biosaccharide Gum-1.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 is a functional cosmetic polysaccharide used in skin-care and personal-care formulations. It is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol and is primarily used to support skin conditioning.
Its polymeric structure allows it to contribute to the sensory and conditioning properties of cosmetic formulations.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 is particularly suitable for skin-care formulations where a smooth, conditioned and comfortable skin feel is desired. It can be incorporated into creams, lotions, serums, masks and other leave-on cosmetic products.
Skin conditioning is the recognised cosmetic function of Biosaccharide Gum-3. It helps support the overall condition and feel of the skin and can contribute to the sensory characteristics of finished formulations.
As a polysaccharide-based cosmetic ingredient, Biosaccharide Gum-3 can contribute to water-associated surface conditioning. It can be used in formulations where moisturising and skin-comfort characteristics are important.
The final moisturising performance depends on the concentration, grade and complete formulation.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 has polymeric characteristics that can support film formation on the skin. This can contribute to a smooth surface feel and support the conditioning profile of leave-on cosmetic formulations.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 can be considered for formulations designed around skin comfort and conditioning. It is suitable for cosmetic products intended for dry, sensitive or stressed-looking skin when supported by appropriate formulation testing.
Cosmetic ingredient functionality should not be interpreted as treatment of a medical skin condition.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 can be incorporated into facial serums, essences and other lightweight skin-care formulations. It can complement humectants, emollients and other skin-conditioning ingredients.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 can be used in creams and lotions to support skin conditioning and improve the overall sensory profile of the finished product.
The actual formulation texture depends on concentration, processing conditions and the interaction with other ingredients.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 can be used in facial masks and other leave-on skin-care products where conditioning and skin comfort are desired.
The polymeric nature of Biosaccharide Gum-3 can influence formulation texture and application characteristics. The final properties depend on the selected grade, concentration, pH, processing conditions and formulation composition.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 and Biosaccharide Gum-1 are separate cosmetic ingredient identities. Both are fermentation-derived polysaccharide gums based on sorbitol, but Biosaccharide Gum-3 is characterised by a smaller degree of polymerisation and lower molecular weight compared with Biosaccharide Gum-1.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 and Biosaccharide Gum-2 are different polysaccharide ingredients. Biosaccharide Gum-2 contains rhamnose, galactose and glucuronic acid residues, while Biosaccharide Gum-3 is described as a polymer based on fucose, galactose and galacturonic acid trisaccharides.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 is a polymeric material and therefore does not have a single conventional molecular-weight value comparable to a small-molecule cosmetic ingredient.
Its molecular-weight characteristics are lower than those reported for Biosaccharide Gum-1, and the exact characteristics can depend on the commercial grade.
Important formulation parameters include:
The exact processing conditions should be established using the technical documentation for the selected commercial grade.
Biosaccharide Gum-3 can be used in:
Biosaccharide Gum-3 is a fermentation-derived polysaccharide cosmetic ingredient used primarily for skin conditioning.
The INCI name is Biosaccharide Gum-3.
The CAS number is 896736-76-8.
The CosIng reference number is 54769.
Its recognised cosmetic function is skin conditioning.
Yes. It is described as a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol.
Yes. It is a microbial fermentation-derived polysaccharide gum.
No. They are separate cosmetic ingredients. Biosaccharide Gum-3 has a smaller degree of polymerisation and molecular weight compared with Biosaccharide Gum-1.
No. They have different polysaccharide compositions and separate INCI identities.
Yes. It can be incorporated into suitable serum and essence formulations where skin conditioning is required.
Yes. It can be used in creams, lotions and other skin-care formulations.
Yes. Skin conditioning is its recognised cosmetic function, making it suitable for a range of skin-care applications.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |