Biosaccharide Gum-2
AKA “Biosaccharide Gum-2, Fermented Polysaccharide
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Biosaccharide gum-2
AKA: Fermented Polysaccharide
Skin Conditioning · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymer of alpha-L-Rhap-beta-D- Galp- alpha-L- Rhap- beta-D-GlepA- alpha-L Rhap- alpha-D-Galp
Effective at 3.0%
CAS #
283602-75-5, 758716-52-8
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polysaccharide developed in the late 20th century through biotechnology. Created as a natural alternative to synthetic thickeners and humectants in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.0004%
6.0%
0%8%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.0004-0.5 | 0.002-6
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR