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Acacia farnesiana gum
AKA “Cassie gum, Sweet acacia gum”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Acacia farnesiana gum
AKA: Cassie gum, Sweet acacia gum
Ingredient · Astringent · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Astringent
Not Clean
Acacia Farnesiana Gum is a plant material derived from the dried, gummy exudate of the Cassia Flower Tree, Acacia farnesiana L., Leguminosae
CAS #
9001-01-5
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Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
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
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-3
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR