Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used as a thickener, stabilizer, and suspending agent in gels, creams, lotions, and serums.
Provides a smooth, non-greasy gel texture (commonly in hair gels, facial gels, and hand sanitizers).
Improves spreadability and ensures even distribution of active ingredients.
Pharmaceutical Applications
Employed in topical gels, creams, and ointments for controlled release of drugs.
Used in oral suspensions and syrups to prevent settling of particles.
Provides bioadhesive properties in oral and ophthalmic drug delivery systems.
Industrial Applications
Applied in detergents, polishes, and cleaning formulations as a thickener and stabilizer.
Used in paint, textile, and adhesive industries to control viscosity.
Hand Sanitizers
One of the most common gelling agents in alcohol-based hand sanitizers, ensuring clear, stable gel form.
Personal Hygiene Products
Used in toothpastes, shaving gels, and body washes for texture enhancement and stability.