{"product_id":"sclerotium-gum","title":"Sclerotium Gum — Natural Biopolymer Thickener \u0026 Stabilizer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSclerotium Gum — Natural Biopolymer Thickener \u0026amp; Stabilizer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSclerotium Gum is a natural, fermentation-derived polysaccharide produced by the fungus \u003cem\u003eSclerotium rolfsii\u003c\/em\u003e. It is a high-performance rheology modifier and stabilizer widely used in cosmetic formulations for its ability to create elegant, clear-to-translucent gels with a smooth, non-sticky skin feel. Unlike many synthetic thickeners, Sclerotium Gum is biodegradable, naturally derived, and compatible with a broad range of cosmetic actives and electrolytes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly valued in serum, gel, and emulsion formulations where clarity, stability, and a luxurious texture are priorities. Sclerotium Gum also functions as an emulsion stabilizer, helping to prevent phase separation and improve the long-term stability of oil-in-water systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProfessional cosmetic ingredient — not a finished product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear gel formation\u003c\/strong\u003e — produces transparent to translucent gels at low use levels; ideal for clear serums, essences, and gel moisturizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElegant skin feel\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth, non-tacky, non-sticky texture; leaves skin feeling comfortable and conditioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmulsion stabilization\u003c\/strong\u003e — improves the stability of oil-in-water emulsions; reduces creaming and phase separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrolyte tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e — stable in the presence of salts and electrolytes; compatible with formulations containing active ingredients that destabilize other gums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad pH stability\u003c\/strong\u003e — refer to your supplier’s CoA for confirmed pH range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural \u0026amp; biodegradable\u003c\/strong\u003e — fermentation-derived; suited to natural, clean-beauty, and eco-conscious formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynergistic with other gums\u003c\/strong\u003e — combines well with xanthan gum and other polysaccharides for enhanced texture and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disperse in water phase with good agitation before heating, or pre-disperse in glycerin (1:5 ratio) before adding to water to prevent clumping. Heat to 70–80°C with stirring until fully hydrated and smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2–1.5% in finished formulations (0.3–0.8% typical for gels and serums; up to 1.5% for thicker gel formulations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-soluble; disperses in water phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-dispersion in glycerin before adding to water prevents lumping and ensures smooth hydration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH \u0026amp; shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refer to your supplier’s Certificate of Analysis (CoA) or Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for confirmed values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSclerotium Gum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39464-87-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFermentation-derived; \u003cem\u003eSclerotium rolfsii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to off-white powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble; disperses in water phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2–1.5% (0.3–0.8% typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater phase; pre-disperse in glycerin to prevent clumping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH \u0026amp; Shelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefer to supplier CoA\/TDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCosmetic Grade — External Use Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8001858732131\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder LMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7896025366627\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder HMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7903971868771\"\u003eNiacinamide Vitamin B3 Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8094448910435\"\u003eMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7946667556963\"\u003eD-Panthenol Liquid 100% (Provitamin B5)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll products sold are cosmetic grade. 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