Cassia Gum
AKA “Gum cassia tora”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cassia gum
AKA: Gum cassia tora
Synthetic · Binding · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Cassia Gum is the material obtained from the endosperm of Cassia tora L., Fabaceae or seeds of Cassia obtusifolia L., Fabaceae Science: Functions: Binding, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Functions
Binding
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Derived from the seeds of the Cassia tora plant, used in traditional Ayurvedic and Indian medicine for centuries. Employed historically as a thickening agent in traditional preparations and topically for skin soothing.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR