Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
AKA “Tara Gum Hydrolysate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum
AKA: Tara Gum Hydrolysate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
A natural plant-derived ingredient that hydrates and softens skin while helping hair retain moisture and shine. Works gently to absorb excess oil without over-drying.
CAS #
39300-88-4
Form
Powder
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Functions
Absorbent
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Caesalpinia spinosa (tara plant) has been used in traditional Peruvian medicine and as a natural tanning agent. The hydrolyzed gum is a modern extraction developed for its polysaccharide content and use as a natural thickening and conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR