Scleroglucan is a polysaccharide-based cosmetic ingredient also known as Sclerotium Gum. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations primarily for viscosity control, emulsion stabilisation and skin conditioning. COSMILE Europe identifies Scleroglucan as a name associated with Sclerotium Gum and lists these three cosmetic functions.
Scleroglucan is a polymeric carbohydrate material with useful rheological properties. It can contribute to formulation viscosity, texture and stability, making it suitable for a variety of skin-care and personal-care products.
Scleroglucan is a polysaccharide commonly associated with the cosmetic INCI ingredient Sclerotium Gum. It is produced through microbial fermentation and is used as a functional rheology-modifying ingredient.
Its polymeric structure allows it to interact with water and modify the consistency of cosmetic formulations.
Scleroglucan is used to control the viscosity of cosmetic products. It can increase formulation thickness and help create desirable textures in aqueous, gel and emulsion systems.
The resulting viscosity depends on concentration, grade, processing conditions, pH and the presence of other formulation ingredients.
Scleroglucan can support emulsion stability by contributing to the rheological structure of the formulation. It can help maintain a more uniform cosmetic system and support the physical stability of creams and lotions.
It is therefore useful in formulations where both viscosity modification and emulsion stabilisation are required.
Scleroglucan is also recognised for skin-conditioning functionality. In cosmetic formulations, it can contribute to the overall feel and conditioning characteristics of the finished product.
It can be incorporated into moisturisers, creams, lotions, serums and other skin-care products.
Scleroglucan can be used in various skin-care formulations where texture, viscosity and stability are important.
Potential applications include:
Scleroglucan can be used in aqueous gel systems to provide structure and viscosity. It can help create a smooth and consistent formulation texture.
The optimum concentration should be established according to the target viscosity and the characteristics of the selected commercial grade.
In creams and lotions, Scleroglucan can function as a rheology modifier and emulsion stabiliser. It can help improve consistency and support the physical stability of the formulation.
Its performance depends on the complete formulation rather than the gum alone.
Scleroglucan can contribute to a smooth formulation texture and can be used when a structured but spreadable cosmetic system is desired.
Sensory characteristics vary according to concentration, grade, processing and the other ingredients used in the formulation.
Scleroglucan and Xanthan Gum are both polysaccharide-based rheology modifiers, but they are different materials.
Their viscosity profiles, texture, processing behaviour and compatibility can differ. Selection should therefore be based on the requirements of the finished formulation.
Scleroglucan is a polysaccharide-based material, whereas Carbomer is a crosslinked acrylic polymer.
They can provide different rheological characteristics and respond differently to formulation pH, electrolytes and other ingredients.
Scleroglucan and Sclerotium Gum are names used for the same cosmetic ingredient identity. COSMILE Europe specifically gives “Scleroglucan” as a name/description for Sclerotium Gum.
Therefore, the SDP page should clearly establish the relationship between the two terms instead of treating them as unrelated cosmetic ingredients.
Scleroglucan is a polymeric polysaccharide and therefore does not have one universal molecular-weight value applicable to all commercial cosmetic grades.
Polymer molecular weight and viscosity can vary according to the manufacturing process and commercial grade.
Important formulation parameters include:
The exact processing procedure should follow the technical documentation for the selected grade.
Scleroglucan can be used in:
Scleroglucan is a polysaccharide cosmetic ingredient associated with the INCI ingredient Sclerotium Gum.
The corresponding INCI name is Sclerotium Gum. COSMILE Europe lists Scleroglucan as a name/description for Sclerotium Gum.
The commonly documented CAS number is 39464-87-4.
It is used for viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilising and skin conditioning.
Yes. Scleroglucan is listed as a name/description associated with Sclerotium Gum.
Yes. It is used for viscosity control and belongs to the thickening/consistency-regulating category of cosmetic ingredients.
Yes. Skin conditioning is one of its recognised cosmetic functions.
Yes. Its viscosity-controlling and emulsion-stabilising properties make it suitable for cream and emulsion formulations.
Yes. It can be used in suitable aqueous and gel-type serum formulations.
No. Both are polysaccharide rheology modifiers, but they are chemically different materials.
No. Scleroglucan is a polysaccharide, whereas Carbomer is a crosslinked acrylic polymer.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |