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Is Xanthan Gum comedogenic?

Xanthan Gum is a thickener that controls a product's texture. Its comedogenicity rating is 0/5 — non-comedogenic (acne safe).

0/5
Non-comedogenic (acne safe)
Comedogenicity scale: 0 = won't clog pores, 5 = very likely to clog pores.

Xanthan Gum is considered non-comedogenic — it is not known to clog pores and is generally a safe choice for acne-prone skin.

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What is Xanthan Gum?

Xanthan Gum is a thickener that controls a product's texture. On a product label it may also appear under names such as: xanthan gum.

Fungal-acne (Malassezia) safe? Yes — it is not on common Malassezia trigger lists. Check a whole product for fungal-acne triggers →

Similar acne-safe ingredients

Xanthan Gum is already a low-risk choice. Other acne-safe options you may see alongside it include:

How to read this rating

A comedogenicity rating is general guidance, not a lab result for a specific formula. An ingredient near the end of an ingredient list is present in a small amount, so its rating matters less than one near the top. Read our full sources & methodology.

Note: Informational only, not medical advice. Real-world effects depend on concentration, the full formula and your individual skin.