Acacia farnesiana gum
AKA “Cassie gum, Sweet acacia gum”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Acacia farnesiana gum
AKA: Cassie gum, Sweet acacia gum
Synthetic · Astringent | Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Astringent
Synthetic
Clean
A natural gum from the Acacia tree that helps tighten and smooth skin while creating a lightweight, breathable layer that controls texture.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bark
Lifeform
Hemiparasitic epiphyte
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
9001-01-5
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Native to Tropical Americas, Asia. Derived from the bark of Acacia farnesiana trees native to tropical Americas and Asia. Extracted through hydration and processing of the natural gum resin from the plant bark.
Plant Source
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Bark
Function
Astringent | Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Controls excess oil
Minimizes pores
Traditional Use
The gum from sweet acacia has been traditionally used as a natural thickener and emulsifier in skincare formulations across Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR