Cellulose Gum is a modified cellulose polymer used in cosmetic products up to 10%. Most cellulose gums are naturally derived as an unwanted part of the wood pulp process to produce paper. Cellulose is the main constituent in plant fibre. Cotton, for example, is 90% cellulose. Used as a thickening agent and emulsifier, it is widely used in cosmetics, hair and skin care because it swells in water. The cellulose derivatives pass essentially unchanged through the gastrointestinal tract following oral administration. It is practically non toxic when administered by inhalation or by oral, intraperitoneal, subcutaneous, or dermal routes. The cellulose derivatives up to 100% were non irritating to mildly irritating, non sensitising, and non photosensitizing when evaluated in clinical studies. It is concluded that the ingredient reviewed is safe as a cosmetic ingredient in the present practices of use and concentration.

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